06/01/2026
June marks National Indigenous History Month. This is a time to recognize and honour the rich histories, cultures, languages, and long-standing knowledge and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples across Turtle Island. It is an opportunity to celebrate Indigenous knowledge, leadership, and resilience while reflecting on the truths that have shaped so-called “canadian” history.
Indigenous History Month calls on us to acknowledge the lasting impacts of colonization, including the history of residential schools and the ongoing impacts of land theft, water insecurity, assimilation, genocide, forced displacement, and systemic barriers that continue to affect Indigenous communities today. These histories are not confined to the past; they remain a part of ongoing realities that MUST require recognition, accountability, and meaningful action.
As we honour Indigenous histories and voices, we must acknowledge that Reconciliation is not symbolic, nor limited to a single month of recognition or action. It is a long-term commitment grounded in education, listening, respect, and action.
Supporting Indigenous communities means amplifying Indigenous perspectives through Truth and Reconciliation. It means to constantly work towards holding systems and institutions accountable to the 94 Calls to Action that have not been fulfilled. These actions are but not limited to child welfare, education, language, culture, health, justice, missing people, burial records, and many more. We must strive to advance equitable work, and move towards meaningful and lasting change in the form of decolonization and Land Back.
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