Indigenous Celebration GAME

From the Toronto Maple Leafs & Toronto Marlies

The Maple Leafs and Marlies acknowledge the importance to use our platform to amplify and celebrate Indigenous culture in our city and surrounding communities. As we continue to work toward reconciliation with the Indigenous community, we have the responsibility to support local Indigenous artists and artisans, vendors and creators and youth.  

Recognizing the deep history of the Indigenous community, we want to acknowledge, celebrate, and uplift Indigeneity from the past, present and beyond.

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January 11, 2025
Toronto Maple Leafs
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January 5, 2025
Toronto Marlies

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Toronto Maple Leafs Indigenous Celebration Hoodie

Starting January 8, celebrate Indigenous Culture with men's and women's hoodies available for fans to purchase in store and online at Real Sports Apparel. 20% of net proceeds will be donated to ENAGB Indigenous Youth Agency (Eshkiniigjik Naandwechigegamig – A Place for Healing Our Youth” – “Aabiish Gaa Binjibaaying – Where Did We Come From?) through MLSE Foundation.

Game Auction Items

Features player signed Toronto Maple Leafs Indigenous Celebration practice jerseys, team signed t-shirts and player signed name plates with 100% of net proceeds being donated to ENAGB Indigenous Youth Agency (Eshkiniigjik Naandwechigegamig – A Place for Healing Our Youth” – “Aabiish Gaa Binjibaaying – Where Did We Come From?) through MLSE Foundation. The auction opens on Saturday, January 11 and will close on Saturday, January 18.

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Artist: Jennifer Tabak

It’s an exciting opportunity to reimagine such a well-known logo and share my interpretation with both my community and the Maple Leafs’ community. As an Anishinaabe-kwe from Shawanaga First Nation, I’m passionate about showcasing our cultural and visual storytelling through design and art. Our artistic style emphasizes line work and the iconography of meaningful symbols, and it was fascinating to blend both traditional and Western elements. Miigwetch (thank you) for the opportunity to share this with all the fans.

2024/2025 Toronto Maple Leafs Indigenous Celebration logo coming soon.

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Intermission Performer: Theland Kicknosway

Theland Kicknosway is an Indigenous youth trailblazer who utilizes his voice to spread his message and showcase Indigenous culture. He is wolf clan from the Potawatomi and Cree Nations and is a member of Walpole Island, Bkejwanong Territory.  Theland has gained recognition in the Indigenous community and worldwide as a traditional singer, flute player, hoop dancer, activist & influencer.

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Food Feature

Head to Gate 1 to try a bison kofta wrap served by Dashmaawaan Bemaadzinjin (They Feed the People), a Toronto-based catering collective founded in June 2020. Composed of Indigenous Aunties and allies, they support Indigenous seniors and vulnerable community members through their innovative service.

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ENAGB
ENAGB Indigenous Youth Agency focuses on providing cultural, employment, life skills, holistic wellness and recreational opportunities to youth ages 12-29. Programming is designed through youth participation and works to build self-esteem, confidence, skills and self-determination.
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THELAND KICKNOSWAY
He has been featured in CBC Arts and CBC News, Flare, Teen Vogue, Complex, and Huffington Post Canada. Theland has gained recognition in the Indigenous community and worldwide as a traditional singer, flute player, hoop dancer, activist & influencer. Theland ranked 7th in the world after returning from the 2023 World Hoop Dance Championship in Phoenix, Arizona.
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