How communities across Canada are celebrating Indigenous Peoples’ Day
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OTTAWA — Events are being held across the country to mark the 30th National Indigenous Peoples’ Day on Sunday — a day meant to honour the culture, histories and contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis people.
The day coincides with the summer solstice — the longest day of the year — and holds deep cultural significance for many Indigenous groups. It’s the culmination of Indigenous Peoples Month, which is observed every June.
National Indigenous Peoples’ Day, formerly National Aboriginal Day, was proclaimed in 1996 by Gov. Gen. Romeo LeBlanc after years of advocacy from Indigenous groups.
Métis National Council president Victoria Pruden will mark the day at the Rhythms of the Homeland event in Ottawa’s Minto Park. It’s being billed as a celebration of Métis food, music and dance.
