A Thunder Bay music festival is facing backlash after headliner Flo Rida performed with alcohol props on stage during a sober event on Saturday. The Wake the Giant Music Festival, which routinely hosts hundreds of Indigenous youth from remote northern communities attending school in northwestern Ontario, aims to maintain a safe and inclusive environment for attendees.
The incident centers on Flo Rida, described as an American rapper and the festival’s headliner, who incorporated alcohol-related props into his performance. The event is positioned as a venue for Indigenous youth, highlighting the festival’s intent to foster a welcoming space for youth who travel to Thunder Bay for schooling.
Details about the response from organizers or attendees were not provided in the available information. The report notes the festival’s ongoing mission to create a safe environment for its participants, with emphasis on inclusivity and support for youth from remote communities. No additional information about potential consequences, statements from the artist or organizers, or future festival plans is included in the provided content.
