BRAMPTON, ON – June is National Indigenous History Month and June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day, a time to learn about the rich and diverse cultures, voices, experiences and histories of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples.
The City of Brampton continues to develop and implement a reconciliation action plan in partnership with Host Nations and urban Indigenous communities. This work is guided by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s Calls to Action and the Calls to Justice from the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls’ final report.
On June 21, the summer solstice welcomes National Indigenous Peoples Day. This is the longest day of the year, holds special significance for Indigenous Peoples who have gathered on this day for centuries to welcome the arrival of warm weather with ceremonies, traditional practices and displays of art.
Residents are invited to attend the National Indigenous Peoples Day celebration from 4 to 8 pm in Ken Whillans Square. Enjoy performances by Indigenous artists, Spring Creek Dancers and Singers, trailblazing Mohawk singer-songwriter Semiah and Anishnaabe artist Zoon and shop the Indigenous Market and support local Indigenous-owned businesses.
Event details
Date: Friday, June 21, 2024
Time: 4:00 – 8:00 pm
Location: Ken Whillans Square
The City is proud to collaborate in the planning of this event with TKMF Productions and The Indigenous Network as we celebrate the resiliency and cultures of Indigenous Peoples in this territory.
Thank you to our generous sponsor, Algoma University.
Learn more at brampton.ca/NIPD.
To continue celebrating National Indigenous Month, the city has many activities happening throughout the month.
