"Book-latch" Book Launch Event Program
Schedule: Master of Ceremonies, Dave Tuccaro
Lach Kxeen Tsimshian Traditional Dancers lead chiefs and dignitaries by grand entry into the great Atrium
Introduction, acknowledgement of Chiefs and VIPs, recognition of
sponsors & explanation of fundraiser
Official Prayer from Darrell Beaulieu, President & CEO, Denendeh Investments Inc.
Singing of O Canada in Cree by Akina Shirt
Traditional welcome song by Eagle Song Dancers of Squamish Nation
Official welcome to Tsleil-Waituth First Nation traditional territory, Councilor Charlene Alec
Introductory remarks from book editor Peter C. Newman
Comments from Sponsor, David Negrin
Kinnie Star to perform
Introduction of author by Shelagh Rogers (host of CBC radio’s The Next Chapter)
Speech by author Calvin Helin
Ceremonial Remarks from Te Taru White, Maori Leader
Closed comments, Greg Millbank, President, Praxis Technical Group
Janet Panic to perfrom
Formal thank you on behalf of Helin Family, John Helin
Closing song by Louie Traditional Singers
Book signing by author
After party entertainment
Karate demonstration from Shudokan East Vancouver Karate Club
Followed entertainment provided by Benjamin Park Quartet, and Akina Shirt with special surprise guest performance Mystere "Indian" Elvis