Montréal 2025 · C25
Historical ArchiveMontréal 2025 Program
August 29–31, 2025
Official schedule of the Sawa Convention North America 2025, held in Montréal.
Day 1
Friday, August 29
Welcome & Cultural Parade
10:00 AM ET
Visit to Montreal City Hall and signing of the guest book
Hôtel de Ville de Montréal · 275 Rue Notre-Dame E, Montréal, QC H2Y 4B7
City parade through the main streets
11:00 AM ET
Visit to the Indigenous Museum MOHAWKS
130 Rue Saint-Pierre, Montréal, QC H2Y 2L7
Cultural exchange and refreshments
8:00 PM ET
Cultural exchange and refreshments
Meals provided, drinks for sale.
Complexe La Providence · 6566 Rue Jarry Est, Saint-Léonard, QC H1P 1W3
Delegation presentations
Traditional attire parade
Games and activities for children
Keynote speech by Jacques Madiba Eyoum
Music and cultural performances
Day 2
Saturday, August 30
Symposium & Gala
10:00 AM ET
Breakfast
Free coffee/tea and treats.
Community symposium & discussion panels
Complexe La Providence · 6566 Rue Jarry Est, Saint-Léonard, QC H1P 1W3
Cultural interlude with children
Afternoon
Meet-and-greet with Royal Guests
Free time for lunch or to explore the city
7:00 PM ET
Gala Night
Dinner reception included, artistic showcases and talent celebration. Special beverages available for purchase (water and food included).
Complexe La Providence · 6566 Rue Jarry Est, Saint-Léonard, QC H1P 1W3
Ticketed entry
Day 3
Sunday, August 31
Heritage & Farewell
10:00 AM ET
Cultural heritage activity: Tribute to the Sawa Martyrs
Parc René-Lévesque · 398 Chemin du Canal, Lachine, QC H8S 4G2
1:30 PM ET
Grand Community BBQ at the park
Parc René-Lévesque
Games, exhibitions, and cultural activities
9:30 PM ET
Official closing of the convention and acknowledgments
Parc René-Lévesque