Indigenous Summer Market Returns to Celebrate Indigenous Creators

For a third year, the Indigenous Summer Market, hosted by the Aboriginal Gathering Place (AGP), returned to Emily Carr University of Art + Design (ECU) as a part of Indigenous History Month celebrations and to bring together Indigenous artisans from all over the community.

The event continues to grow, and this year, it featured over 34 makers. Participants included current Indigenous students, alums, faculty and staff, while a small number of tables were also reserved for experienced practitioners from the local Indigenous community.

"Every year, I look forward to the Indigenous Summer and Winter Markets because it's an opportunity to share Indigenous joy with my community through our artworks," says student and vendor Syd Mercredi (BDes 2026). "I always end the weekend feeling rejuvenated and inspired to keep making and spreading my message."

Visitors browsed a vibrant array of offerings, including beaded jewelry, art prints, ribbon skirts, clothing, bumper stickers, ceramics and more for sale. The vendors not only showcased their finished work but also continued creating on-site, engaging with guests throughout the event.

In addition to the market, the AGP hosted an outdoor BBQ for vendors and visitors. Friendship Catering catered the BBQ, which featured traditional ingredients such as bison, elk, and rabbit, among others.

Stay tuned for the Indigenous Winter Market happening in November 2025.