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In Siksikakowan: The Blackfoot Man, filmmaker Sinakson Trevor Solway crafts a deeply personal and visually stunning exploration of Indigenous masculinity through the voices and lived experiences of Blackfoot men. Set within the historic Blackfoot Confederacy, the film moves between moments of tenderness, resilience, humour and vulnerability, revealing the complex identities men navigate within family, culture, language and community. Through poetic imagery and intimate storytelling, Siksikakowan challenges colonial stereotypes and offers a rare insider perspective on what it means to be an Iindigenous man today. Rooted in the landscapes and spirit of the Prairies, the film celebrates connection, kinship and cultural continuity while opening space for reflection on masculinity, belonging and healing in a modern world.
Planning for the future can feel overwhelming—especially when finances are unpredictable and the stakes are high for individuals with disabilities and their families.
Join Andrew Meitz, Financial Planner, for a practical and supportive workshop designed to help you feel more confident in your financial decisions.
Together, we’ll explore:
• Simple, realistic budgeting strategies for changing times
• Long-term planning tools to help create stability and peace of mind• Opportunities to ask questions and get clear, straightforward answers
Whether you’re just getting started or looking to strengthen your current plan, this session will offer guidance you can actually use.
✨ Walk away with greater clarity, practical tools, and a stronger sense of control over your financial future.
In Siksikakowan: The Blackfoot Man, filmmaker Sinakson Trevor Solway crafts a deeply personal and visually stunning exploration of Indigenous masculinity through the voices and lived experiences of Blackfoot men. Set within the historic Blackfoot Confederacy, the film moves between moments of tenderness, resilience, humour and vulnerability, revealing the complex identities men navigate within family, culture, language and community. Through poetic imagery and intimate storytelling, Siksikakowan challenges colonial stereotypes and offers a rare insider perspective on what it means to be an Iindigenous man today. Rooted in the landscapes and spirit of the Prairies, the film celebrates connection, kinship and cultural continuity while opening space for reflection on masculinity, belonging and healing in a modern world.
Join local nature enthusiast Lloyd Bennett for a fascinating talk exploring the wonders of pollination and the plants and pollinators that make it all happen.
June 10th, 2026 | 7:00pm - 8:00pm | at the Helen Schuler Nature Centre
In Siksikakowan: The Blackfoot Man, filmmaker Sinakson Trevor Solway crafts a deeply personal and visually stunning exploration of Indigenous masculinity through the voices and lived experiences of Blackfoot men. Set within the historic Blackfoot Confederacy, the film moves between moments of tenderness, resilience, humour and vulnerability, revealing the complex identities men navigate within family, culture, language and community. Through poetic imagery and intimate storytelling, Siksikakowan challenges colonial stereotypes and offers a rare insider perspective on what it means to be an Iindigenous man today. Rooted in the landscapes and spirit of the Prairies, the film celebrates connection, kinship and cultural continuity while opening space for reflection on masculinity, belonging and healing in a modern world.
Be the first to know! Find out who is playing at Upside Downtown in July and August!
LINE-UP BREAKDOWN for Upside Downtown 2026 Thursday, June 11, 5-6 pm FREE Rotary Square at Casa 230 8 Street S, Lethbridge
Alberta Artist-in-Residence and Upside Downtown Alumnus, John Wort-Hannam will be our featured performer, the AAC Bar will be open, and Cookie Crimes is bringing the ice cream cart as we announce the upcoming concerts.
Get ready to plan your Thursdays this summer! We will be announcing the entire line-up for July and August including the Pop Up, Get Down party at the end of summer.
The Allied Arts Council of Lethbridge is thankful to FACTOR, WESTCO Construction, Spectrum Ale, Davis Auto Group and the Re-imagine Grant for the City of Lethbridge. Our funders and sponsors allow the AAC to keep these summer concerts free to the community.
In Siksikakowan: The Blackfoot Man, filmmaker Sinakson Trevor Solway crafts a deeply personal and visually stunning exploration of Indigenous masculinity through the voices and lived experiences of Blackfoot men. Set within the historic Blackfoot Confederacy, the film moves between moments of tenderness, resilience, humour and vulnerability, revealing the complex identities men navigate within family, culture, language and community. Through poetic imagery and intimate storytelling, Siksikakowan challenges colonial stereotypes and offers a rare insider perspective on what it means to be an Iindigenous man today. Rooted in the landscapes and spirit of the Prairies, the film celebrates connection, kinship and cultural continuity while opening space for reflection on masculinity, belonging and healing in a modern world.
