Each year, National Indigenous Peoples Day is recognized on June 21st. This is a day for all Canadians to recognize and celebrate the unique heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples.
The acknowledgement of National Indigenous Peoples Day / the Original people of Turtle Island dates back thousands of years. This day invites us to reflect on our shared history - the past, present and future in the spirit of truth and reconciliation.
June 21st also serves as the official launch of Celebrate Canada Days:
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June 21st (National Indigenous Peoples Day)
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June 24th (Sainte-Jean-Baptiste Day)
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June 27th (Canadian Multicultural Day)
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July 1st (Canada Day)
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August 15th (National Acadian Day)
We would like to share a video from CBC News of our national anthem being sung in 11 languages, including those Indigenous to Canada and a Ukrainian / children's choir.
To learn more about National Indigenous Peoples Day, visit the Government of Canada website.