In June, we commemorate National Indigenous History Month. During this month, take time to recognize the rich history, heritage, resilience and diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples across Canada.
Events
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National Indigenous History Month
Indigenous History MonthSaturday, June 1, 2024 - Sunday, June 30, 2024June is National Indigenous History Month in Canada, an opportunity to learn about the unique cultures, traditions and experiences of First Nations, Inuit and Métis. It's a time to honour the stories, achievements and resilience of Indigenous Peoples, who have lived on this land since time immemorial and whose presence continues to impact the evolving Canada. -
CCDI Webinar: Succession planning for Indigenous professionals in Canadian workplaces
Indigenous History MonthTuesday, June 4, 2024 , 01:00 PM - 02:30 PMIn this session presented by CCDI and Indigenous Works, hear from a panel of Indigenous experts as they share their insights and experiences on navigating pathways to leadership within Canadian workplaces. -
16th Annual Maamwi Kindaaswin Pow-Wow
Indigenous History MonthSaturday, June 8, 2024 - Sunday, June 9, 2024 , 10:30 AM - 08:00 PMNorth Bay Indigenous Friendship Centre presents the 16th annual Maamwi Kindaaswin Pow-Wow at Lee Park; there will be indigenous craft vendors, food trucks, information booths, dancing, and more! Admission is free. Everyone is welcome! -
Nipissing Nation Heritage Day
Indigenous History MonthThursday, June 20, 2024 , 09:00 AM - 03:00 PMJoin us for a day of viewing various Nipissing Nation heritage projects and interact with project contributors; projects include the Lake Nipissing Beading Project, Nbisiing Guides, Nbisiing Names and Place Nishnaabemwin, and more. -
National Indigenous Peoples Day
Indigenous History MonthFriday, June 21, 2024For generations, many Indigenous groups and communities have celebrated their culture and heritage on June 21 or around that time of year because of the significance of the summer solstice as the longest day of the year. -
Gnwaa Giizhgad Solstice
Indigenous History MonthFriday, June 21, 2024 , 04:45 AM - 06:30 PMJoin us for a day of fun activities and celebrations with food vendors, beading and crafts, face painting, heritage exhibits and more! -
Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival (Ottawa)
Indigenous History MonthFriday, June 21, 2024 - Sunday, June 23, 2024A spectacular tourism experience and gathering place in Ottawa’s Greenbelt. MĀDAHÒKÌ, which means “to share land” in Anishinaabe, builds on the growing interest in agritourism, farm-to-table culinary experiences and authentic cultural experiences from an Indigenous perspective -
Leader Talks Podcast
Indigenous History MonthFriday, June 28, 2024 , 12:00 PMLeader Talks, hosted by Anne-Marie Pham, CEO of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion will feature Kelly Lendsay, President and CEO of Indigenous Works -
Inclusion Works 2024 (Vancouver Island, BC)
Indigenous History MonthTuesday, October 8, 2024 - Thursday, October 10, 2024Indigenous Works (IW) is an Indigenous-led, ISO certified organization celebrating 25 years of experience in Indigenous employment and human resource development. Under its former name, the Aboriginal Human Resource Council, IW has worked extensively with Indigenous and non-Indigenous organizations in the public, private and education sectors.
8 Indigenous Experiences to Discover in North Bay: A Guide to Exploring Local Culture
By Bonnie Schiedel for Northern Ontario Travel Magazine. Bonnie Schiedel is an award-winning freelance writer and editor for print and web.
The rugged lands and waters in and around North Bay, Ontario have a vibrant history as the ancestral home of First Nations peoples. Nipissing First Nation peoples are of Ojibwe and Algonquin descent and known as the N’bisiing Anishinaabeg, while the Dokis First Nation members are of Ojibwe descent. Indigenous people have lived here for upwards of 10,000 years, and for many generations, the area has been a hub of trails and canoe routes through the region’s vast boreal forest and many lakes and rivers, with opportunities for agriculture, hunting, fishing and trading. Today, there are over 8,000 urban Indigenous residents of North Bay and you can discover that Indigenous heritage through a variety of experiences in the city and neighbouring communities like Nipissing First Nation, Dokis First Nation, and Temagami First Nation.
Photo by Sofie Sharom
Resources
- Indigenous Resources Guide
- Anishinaabe Giizhigad - Union of Ontario Indians
- North Bay Indigenous Friendship Centre
- Indigenous People’s Day & Month in Ontario
- Pow Wows in Ontario: The Complete List
- Online Indigenous Events
- Indigenous History Month 2021 - Teaching History & Reconciliation
- How to Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day 2022 in Canada
- National Film Board of Canada
- Indigenous Canada | Coursera
- Indigenous Art | National Gallery of Canada
- Indigenous-made Films | Reel Canada
- Indigenous Experience in the North Bay Region
- Nourish: Bringing traditional foods to Canadian Hospitals
- Indigenous Cuisine