Second annual SIMA awards celebrates Indigenous artists – MBC News

October 15, 2024

The second annual Saskatchewan Indigenous Music Awards (SIMA) were held on Saturday at the EA Rawlinson Centre in Prince Albert. The evening was emceed by MBC’s Ken Landers, morning show host, and legendary comedian Don Burnstick.

Founder of SIMA, Donny Parenteau, opened the night by recognizing a loved community member and someone who helped make the SIMA awards possible two years in a row. Parenteau dedicated the evening to MBC’s Kent Worth, who recently passed away. He worked in the sales department and helped SIMA spread the word about the annual event.

Accomplished grass and hoop dancer Terrance Littletent from Kawacatoose Cree Nation and drum group Ironswing of Sturgeon Lake First Nation kicked off the first performance of the evening, getting the crowd ready for a night of remarkable Indigenous talent.

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