FWFN Hide Tanning Camp

Patrick Chondon May 15, 2023

Here are some highlights from the Hide Tanning Camp that recently took place on Fort William First Nation.

Moose Hide Campaign hosted by ONWA

Patrick Chondon May 12, 2023

The Moose Hide Campaign began as a BC-born Indigenous-led grassroots movement to engage men and boys in ending violence towards women and children. It has since grown into a nationwide movement of Indigenous and non-Indigenous Canadians from local communities, First Nations, governments, schools, colleges/universities, police forces and many other organizations – all committed to taking action to end this violence.

ONWA MMIWG Commemorative Art Project

Patrick Chondon May 6, 2023

For the National Day of Awareness of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls, Ontario Native Women’s Association (ONWA) invited people to join them to gather in honour and support the participants of the Medicine Lines of Womanhood – MMIWG Commemorative Art Project public exhibit.

African Boutique Fashion Show - Royal Canadian Legion Branch 5

Patrick Chondon April 5, 2023

It’s always fun photographing a wide variety of events here in Thunder Bay. One of the more unique ones that I had the pleasure of covering recently, was the African Boutique Fashion Show. It was filled with so many amazing models and outfits, that it was impossible not to come away with great photos.

2023 Thunder Bay Polar Bear Plunge

Patrick Chondon April 2, 2023

This past Saturday the Polar Bear Plunge took place on Lake Superior in Thunder Bay. It’s an annual event that always brings out a lot of people and raises a lot of money for charity. I’m not sure if I would ever be brave enough to jump in the cold lake, but it’s very fun to capture. Check out some of my favourite photos of the event.

31st Annual NADF Awards - Valhalla Inn

Patrick Chondon March 26, 2023

NADF returned to the Valhalla Hotel & Conference Centre in Thunder Bay, ON on Friday, March 24, 2023 to present the 31st Annual NADF Awards Gala.

LUNSA 33rd Annual Powwow - Lakehead University

Patrick Chondon March 16, 2023

It’s been over 2 years since the last time Lakehead University hosted their Powwow, so I was super excited to once again capture such an amazing event. Check out the highlights below!

Family Day Powwow - Victoria Inn

Patrick Chondon February 21, 2023

Some highlights from the amazing Family Day Powwow that took place at Victoria Inn. It was such a great turnout and I just did my best to capture some of the excitement while I was there for about a half hour.

Cinema 5 Skatepark

Patrick Chondon February 20, 2023

I stopped by the recently opened Cinema 5 Skatepark earlier this month to capture some photos of one the programs they run for the youth. It was great to see all the kids come out and learn how to skate. I can’t wait to get back there and get even more photos of different events.

MMIWGMB2S+ Valentines Day Memorial Walk

Patrick Chondon February 14, 2023

I was very thankful that I had the afternoon off today to go and participate in, and capture, the MMIWGMB2S+ Valentines Day Memorial Walk. The opening ceremonies started at City Hall, here in Thunder Bay.

U13A KC Kracken Hockey Session - FWFN Arena

Patrick Chondon January 26, 2023

I still can’t believe my first session at the beginning of winter in 2022 was at the Fort William First Nation Arena. Fast forward to the other night and I have had the chance to photography so many teams since then. It felt good to be back at where it all started.

U13 KC Golden Knights - Neebing Arena

Patrick Chondon January 19, 2023

It was another great session back out Neebing Memorial Arena, this time wit the U13 KC Golden Knights. We did the usual locker room portraits and then some fun action shots out on the ice!