Northern Cree live performance of "To All MMIW" - Come Toward the Fire | Chan Centre

Experience the powerful voices of Northern Cree performing Leroy Whitstone's “To All MMIW,” a heartfelt tribute honoring Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women. This performance of “To All MMIW” is more than a song — it is a call to remember, to honor, and to stand together. Renowned as one of the most celebrated and prolific groups in modern powwow music, Northern Cree were founded in Maskwacis, Alberta by brothers Steve, Randy, Charlie, and Earl Wood. For more than four decades, they have carried forward their traditions while sharing their music with audiences around the world. Over the course of their remarkable career, the group has earned two Juno Awards and nine Grammy Award nominations, and appeared on the Grammy-winning album Gathering of Nations Pow Wow 1999. In 2017, they made history as the first powwow group to perform at the Grammy Awards, further bringing Indigenous music to a global stage. With 50 albums recorded and a featured performance on NPR Tiny Desk Concert, Northern Cree continue to be recognized as one of the most beloved voices in powwow music today. #NorthernCree #MMIW #Powwow #IndigenousMusic #HonorSong 📍 Recorded live on September 21, 2025, at ʔəm̓i ce:p xʷiwəl (Come Toward the Fire) — a festival celebrating Indigenous culture, creativity, and community at the Chan Centre for the Performing Arts. Filmed by Collide Entertainment https://collideentertainment.com Director: Mike Southworth Producer: Joanna Dundas Cameras: Daniel Byrne, Laurel Brown, Michael Rush Editor: Mike Southworth Audio Recording: James Perrella About the Festival: ʔəm̓i ce:p xʷiwəl (Come Toward the Fire) is a family-friendly festival presented by the Chan Centre for the Performing Arts and xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam). It features Indigenous artists from across Turtle Island (North America), along with film screenings, dance, storytelling, food, and an artisan market. 👉 Learn more: https://www.cometowardthefire.com Follow the Chan Centre: 🌐 https://chancentre.com 📸   / chancentreubc   📘   / chan.centre.ubc   00:00 Introduction - Steve Wood 01:08 Introduction - Leroy Whitstone 05:25 To All MMIW, Cree Round Dance Song