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Watch, read, listen and explore the rich and diverse cultures, voices, experiences and histories of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples. | Watch, read, listen and explore the rich and diverse cultures, voices, experiences and histories of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples. | ||
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IAW runs last week of May. While Indigenous awareness is a year-round initiative for our departments, IAW is a unique opportunity for all public servants to celebrate Indigenous culture and histories. | IAW runs last week of May. While Indigenous awareness is a year-round initiative for our departments, IAW is a unique opportunity for all public servants to celebrate Indigenous culture and histories. | ||
| − | Many activities are organized throughout the country by all departements and agencies of the Governement of Canada (GoC). For the detailed schedule, visit our IAW | + | Many activities are organized throughout the country by all departements and agencies of the Governement of Canada (GoC). For the detailed schedule, visit our [[IndigenousAwarenessWeek|IAW wikipage]]. |
| − | ==National Indigenous History Month== | + | ===National Indigenous History Month=== |
In 2009, June was declared NIHM. It is a chance for all Canadians to learn more about the cultures and contributions made by the many distinct Indigenous Peoples in Canada. It is also an opportunity for Canadians to reflect on the historic and ongoing challenges for Indigenous communities. | In 2009, June was declared NIHM. It is a chance for all Canadians to learn more about the cultures and contributions made by the many distinct Indigenous Peoples in Canada. It is also an opportunity for Canadians to reflect on the historic and ongoing challenges for Indigenous communities. | ||
Visit the NIHM internet page to learn more about the contributions of Indigenous peoples to Canada | Visit the NIHM internet page to learn more about the contributions of Indigenous peoples to Canada | ||
| − | ==National Indigenous People Day== | + | ===National Indigenous People Day=== |
June 21<sup>st</sup> is NIPD. Many First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples and communities have celebrated their culture and heritage on or near this day due to the significance of the summer solstice as the longest day of the year. | June 21<sup>st</sup> is NIPD. Many First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples and communities have celebrated their culture and heritage on or near this day due to the significance of the summer solstice as the longest day of the year. | ||
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You can find suggested events to help you celebrate this special day on our NIPD intranet page[FR2] . | You can find suggested events to help you celebrate this special day on our NIPD intranet page[FR2] . | ||
| − | =Celebrate through reading= | + | ==Celebrate through reading== |
| − | ==About Indigenous Reads (IR)== | + | ===About Indigenous Reads (IR)=== |
Through #IndigenousReads, the GoC is encouraging reconciliation by increasing Canadians' understanding of Indigenous issues, cultures, and history from Indigenous authors, poets and writers. | Through #IndigenousReads, the GoC is encouraging reconciliation by increasing Canadians' understanding of Indigenous issues, cultures, and history from Indigenous authors, poets and writers. | ||
<nowiki>#</nowiki>IndigenousReads may take different forms. It can include poetry, graphic novels, short stories, children's books or essays on Indigenous issues, cultures and history. The list is updated twice a year and is available one the IR page. | <nowiki>#</nowiki>IndigenousReads may take different forms. It can include poetry, graphic novels, short stories, children's books or essays on Indigenous issues, cultures and history. The list is updated twice a year and is available one the IR page. | ||
| − | ==GoC resources== | + | ===GoC resources=== |
GoC offers many resources: | GoC offers many resources: | ||
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· Justice Canada: Principles – Respecting the Government of Canada's Relationship with Indigenous Peoples | · Justice Canada: Principles – Respecting the Government of Canada's Relationship with Indigenous Peoples | ||
| − | =Celebrate through Listening= | + | ==Celebrate through Listening== |
Let your audio celebration begin by listening in to these audio suggestions: | Let your audio celebration begin by listening in to these audio suggestions: | ||
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· Listen to First Nations, Inuit and Métis tell their histories: Let us tell the story: The Crooked Story (in French only) | · Listen to First Nations, Inuit and Métis tell their histories: Let us tell the story: The Crooked Story (in French only) | ||
| − | =Celebrate through watching= | + | ==Celebrate through watching== |
Be inspired by conversation, history and culture through creative visual storytelling. | Be inspired by conversation, history and culture through creative visual storytelling. | ||
| − | ==Movies== | + | ===Movies=== |
· We were children (free) | · We were children (free) | ||
| − | ==Documentaries== | + | ===Documentaries=== |
· How to make bannock bread: How to do bannock bread | · How to make bannock bread: How to do bannock bread | ||
· CIRNAC/ISC Success stories: Arts, culture and heritage | · CIRNAC/ISC Success stories: Arts, culture and heritage | ||
| − | ==Resources for other movies and documentaries== | + | ===Resources for other movies and documentaries=== |
· A video catalogue from Veterans Affairs Canada that showcase First Nations, Inuit and Métis involvement in major Canadian conflicts: People and Stories - Indigenous Peoples | · A video catalogue from Veterans Affairs Canada that showcase First Nations, Inuit and Métis involvement in major Canadian conflicts: People and Stories - Indigenous Peoples | ||
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· Explore Historica Canada’s collection of bilingual “Indigenous History” 60-second short films, each depicting a significant person, event or story : Heritage Minutes | · Explore Historica Canada’s collection of bilingual “Indigenous History” 60-second short films, each depicting a significant person, event or story : Heritage Minutes | ||
| − | ==Panel and discussions== | + | ===Panel and discussions=== |
· Watch Ministers Bennett, Vandal and Miller as they discuss First Nations, Inuit and Métis cultures, traditions and the futures with Indigenous Knowledge Keepers :Panel discussion with Indigenous Knowledge Keepers | · Watch Ministers Bennett, Vandal and Miller as they discuss First Nations, Inuit and Métis cultures, traditions and the futures with Indigenous Knowledge Keepers :Panel discussion with Indigenous Knowledge Keepers | ||
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Revision as of 16:48, 7 May 2021
On this page you will find resources to help you celebrate Indigenous Awarness Week (IAW), National Indigenous History Month (NIHM) and National Indigenous Peoples Day (NIPD).
Watch, read, listen and explore the rich and diverse cultures, voices, experiences and histories of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples.
General information
Indegenous Awarness Week
IAW runs last week of May. While Indigenous awareness is a year-round initiative for our departments, IAW is a unique opportunity for all public servants to celebrate Indigenous culture and histories.
Many activities are organized throughout the country by all departements and agencies of the Governement of Canada (GoC). For the detailed schedule, visit our IAW wikipage.
National Indigenous History Month
In 2009, June was declared NIHM. It is a chance for all Canadians to learn more about the cultures and contributions made by the many distinct Indigenous Peoples in Canada. It is also an opportunity for Canadians to reflect on the historic and ongoing challenges for Indigenous communities.
Visit the NIHM internet page to learn more about the contributions of Indigenous peoples to Canada
National Indigenous People Day
June 21st is NIPD. Many First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples and communities have celebrated their culture and heritage on or near this day due to the significance of the summer solstice as the longest day of the year.
In cooperation with Indigenous organizations, the GoC choose June 21st the summer solstice, for National Aboriginal Day, now known as NIPD. This day has been observed for the last 25 years across Canada and 26 years in Alberta.
You can find suggested events to help you celebrate this special day on our NIPD intranet page[FR2] .
Celebrate through reading
About Indigenous Reads (IR)
Through #IndigenousReads, the GoC is encouraging reconciliation by increasing Canadians' understanding of Indigenous issues, cultures, and history from Indigenous authors, poets and writers.
#IndigenousReads may take different forms. It can include poetry, graphic novels, short stories, children's books or essays on Indigenous issues, cultures and history. The list is updated twice a year and is available one the IR page.
GoC resources
GoC offers many resources:
· Canada Public School of Public Service (CSPS): Indigenous Learning Series
· CIRNAC:
o First Nations in Canada
o Métis
o Inuit
· Translation Bureau – Indigenous languages: Learning and teaching resources
· Justice Canada: Principles – Respecting the Government of Canada's Relationship with Indigenous Peoples
Celebrate through Listening
Let your audio celebration begin by listening in to these audio suggestions:
· The GoC’s translation bureau has a catalogue of resources to broaden your knowledge and learning of First Nations, Inuit and Métis languages from all across Canada: Indigenous languages
· Listen to traditional stories and creation stories told by First Nations, Inuit and Métis storytellers from communities across Canada collected by the Canadian Museum of History: Traditional stories and creation stories
· Employment and Social Development Canada’s podcasts explore being Indigenous in the Public Service, what reconciliation is for individuals, and what it can be for Canada: Indigenous Perspectives: Stories from Indigenous Public Servants
· Residential Schools is a three-part podcast series created by Historica Canada that aims to commemorate the history and legacy of residential schools: Residential Schools Podcast Series
· Project Naming has provided a virtual space enabling First Nations, Inuit communities, and the Métis Nation to access Canada's historic photo collections and engage in the identification of people and locations - reconnecting with their history to share memories and stories rekindled by the photographs: Healing Journey: Project Naming at 15
· Library and Archives Canada pay a visit to the Canadian Canoe Museum and get a behind-the-scenes tour of its incredible canoe collection: Canada’s Canoe Archive
· Listen to First Nations, Inuit and Métis tell their histories: Let us tell the story: The Crooked Story (in French only)
Celebrate through watching
Be inspired by conversation, history and culture through creative visual storytelling.
Movies
· We were children (free)
Documentaries
· How to make bannock bread: How to do bannock bread
· CIRNAC/ISC Success stories: Arts, culture and heritage
Resources for other movies and documentaries
· A video catalogue from Veterans Affairs Canada that showcase First Nations, Inuit and Métis involvement in major Canadian conflicts: People and Stories - Indigenous Peoples
· This series by Environment and Climate Change Canada highlights Indigenous peoples and Indigenous-led environmental practices: Indigenous Voices on Climate Change
· The National Film Board of Canada has a broad collection of First Nations, Inuit and Métis-created films from different periods of history and subject matter for Canadians to watch online: Indigenous cinema at the NFB
· Explore Historica Canada’s collection of bilingual “Indigenous History” 60-second short films, each depicting a significant person, event or story : Heritage Minutes
Panel and discussions
· Watch Ministers Bennett, Vandal and Miller as they discuss First Nations, Inuit and Métis cultures, traditions and the futures with Indigenous Knowledge Keepers :Panel discussion with Indigenous Knowledge Keepers
