Indigenous Peoples’ Day is a day recognizing and celebrating the cultures and contributions of the First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Indigenous peoples of Canada.
Indigenous people in Canada are still dealing with the impacts of colonization, such as forced removal from their land and communities, through the Indian residential schools and the 60s scoop.
The voices and life histories of Elders, survivors, and their descendants must be heard and honored. Without solidarity there will be no truth, no reconciliation, no healing, no rebuilding of the relationship between settler and Indigenous communities in Canada.
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When is it?
The day to officially honor and celebrate Indigenous people first came about in 1996, when National Aboriginal Day began. In 2017 the day was renamed to Indigenous Peoples Day by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
Indigenous Peoples Day is celebrated on June 21st every year. This day was chosen because it is the summer solstice, and a time when many First Nations people practice their traditions.
What can you do?
