Micro ouvert autochtone
November 14 to 15, 2026
Place des Arts invites you to the 6th edition of Micro ouvert autochtone (Indigenous Open Mic). This year, “Roots” is the theme of this marquee event celebrating Indigenous cultures. Enjoy two days of festive, free-admission events with a focus on dance, and musical performances on Sunday.
First Peoples Dances will be in the spotlight on both days (Saturday and Sunday). You’re invited to experience movement in a unique, together-as-one moment with Catherine Boivin, Ivanie Aubin-Malo, Stéphane Mapachee, Sam Ojeda and DJ Pøptrt. On Sunday at Cinquième Salle, discover music by Eadsé, Mimi O’Bonsawin, Matiu and Shauit. Admission is free, a first for this edition!
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Micro ouvert autochtone | Saturday’s Festivities
November 14, 2026Multiple venuesWelcome to the 6th edition of Micro ouvert autochtone (Indigenous Open Mic), a grand celebration of Indigenous cultures. The spotlight shines on dance, with the First Peoples Dances: an invitation to experience movement in a one-of-a-kind connection of bodies and people. All day long, you can also explore a host of activities, get-togethers and artistic offerings.
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Micro ouvert autochtone | Sunday’s Festivities
November 15, 2026Multiple venuesWelcome to the 6th edition of Micro ouvert autochtone (Indigenous Open Mic), a grand celebration of First Peoples cultures. Sunday, music is the prime attraction at Cinquième Salle with performances by four Indigenous artists, each with their own distinctive sound: Eadsé, Matiu, Mimi O’Bonsawin and Shauit. Admission is free! Plus, a wealth of activities, get-togethers and creative offerings.
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Young Audiences • Literature
Mokatek et l’étoile disparue
November 15, 20262 performancesPiano Nobile de la Salle Wilfrid-PelletierMokatek in Reading: A meeting of words, music, and song that brings a story to life, celebrating the power of Indigenous imagination, the passing down of knowledge, and the bonds that connect us to our roots.
A word from the Program Curator, Kim O’Bomsawin
Roots are not always something we can see. They work beneath the surface, discreetly—yet they are what holds everything up. I’ve chosen “Roots” as the theme of this 6th edition of Micro ouvert autochtone (Indigenous Open Mic) because it symbolizes exactly what we’ve been celebrating here since we first held this gathering: what anchors us, what’s been passed down to us, and what we’re doing today, with pride.
Our roots are our territories: the ones we live in, the ones we come from, the ones we carry within us, even in the city. They are also our languages, our songs, the gestures passed on by elders to youth, hand to hand and voice to voice. And lastly, they are our identities. What we become through our territories, our [hi]stories and our cultures. The strength to stand, here and now.
— Kim O’Bomsawin, Abenaki sociologist, producer, screenwriter, and documentary filmmaker
Artisans
List of Artisans
Discover Indigenous artisans and their creations, including jewellery, handcrafted goods, clothing, gourmet products and works of art, representing diverse Nations and a variety of traditional and contemporary craftsmanship.
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Beadwork and jewellery
- Nisnipawset Beadwork (Wolastoqiyik) - Earrings
- La Gordita Design (Abénakis) - Beadwork, earrings
- Ellef (Wendat) - Jewellery
- Sweetgrass Siblings (Abénakis) - Beadwork
- Leona Beadwork (Ojibwé) - Beadwork
- Eva Mae (Inuit) - Beadwork and seal skin
- Annie Hickey Kenuajuak (Inuit) - Snow goggles and beadwork
- Wolf Crafts (Kanien’kehà:ka) - Beadwork, earrings and keychains
- Neebageesis Beadwork (Ojibwé) - Beadwork
- Kilia Art (Inuit) - Jewellery
Clothing, leather, fur and crafts
- Sweetgrass Siblings (Abénakis) - Embroidery, hides, leather and fur
- The Honey Lodge (Kanien’kehà:ka) - Leather products
- Healing Stitches – Vêtements (Nipmuc) - Embroidered clothing
- Bastien Industries (Wendat) - Moccasins and crafts
Food & Gourmet Products
- The Honey Lodge (Kanien’kehà:ka) - Honey products
- Kabir Kouba Inspiration (Innu) - Infused oils, boreal syrups, spices and teas
- Le Tsehk (Wendat) - Dried meat, granola, spreads and infused oils
- Mihku (Wolastoqiyik) - Fine chocolates and gourmet treats
Art & Handmade Creations
- Meghann Lennon Art (Mi’gmaq) - Handmade creations
- Créations Flaming Bull (Abénakis) - Handmade creations
- Centre d'Art Daphné (N/A) - Indigenous-run independent art gallery (Saturdays only)
Books & Stationery
- Hannenorak (N/A) - Bookstore
- Le Tsehk (Wendat) - Keychains and greeting cards
The Event in Images - 2025 Edition
Micro ouvert autochtone activities are made possible through the financial support of the Place des Arts Foundation and the event partner, Hydro-Québec. We are also grateful to our media partner, La Presse.
Kim O’Bomsawin: Telling Stories to Bring People Together
Abenaki sociologist, filmmaker, documentarian, and screenwriter Kim O’Bomsawin will be the curator of the next edition of the Micro ouvert autochtone. Learn more about this profoundly human creator.
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