National Indigenous History Month is celebrated in June in Canada to honour the history, heritage, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples, and is a time to recognize the rich history, resilience, and diversity of Indigenous Peoples across Canada.
The month emphasizes both the celebration of Indigenous cultures and the acknowledgment of historical injustices. Within this month, National Indigenous Peoples Day is observed on June 21, coinciding with the Summer Solstice, a date of cultural and spiritual significance for many Indigenous communities. This day celebrates the heritage, traditions, and contributions of Indigenous Peoples through events such as powwows, storytelling, art exhibits, music and dance performances, and community feasts.
National Indigenous History Month is both a time of reflection and celebration, offering Canadians a chance to honour Indigenous Peoples’ contributions, learn from their histories, and foster understanding and reconciliation across communities.
We encourage everyone to learn, reflect, engage, and celebrate the beautiful culture and the past and current history, stories, and legacies of Indigenous people. Look for an event, pow wow, workshop or celebration in a community near you and share in this beautiful month!
In Solidarity,
Michelle Woods, PSAC Ontario Regional Council, Indigenous Members Representative