Thursday, June 1, 2023
June 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.
The House of Commons designated June as National Aboriginal History Month in 2009. The name was changed to National Indigenous History Month in 2017.
This year is highlighted by each week being dedicated to a different theme to highlight specific aspects of Indigenous history, cultures and perspectives:.
- June 1 to 6: Women, girls and 2SLGBTQI+ people.;
- June 5 to 11: Environment, traditional knowledge and territory.
- June 10 to 18: Children and Youth.
- June 19 to 25: Languages, cultures and arts
- June 26 to 30: Reconciliation
