National Indigenous History Month And Day
Important - Saturday's Venue Has Changed - It Moves To Gaukel Block For Sunday
Local Indigenous History Month Events
Healing Of the 7 Generations  Ga'nigqhi:yo - Gbe Ifokanbal / Carry The Peace Youth Conference.
June  10 & 11 at Bingemans Register HERE
KPL Resources For National Indigenous History Month HERE
Indigenous Sharing Circle With Kelly Welch KPL Main Branch - June 11 - Details HERE
National Indigenous Peoples Day - Friday June 21 At First Light Ceremony at THEMUSEUM Register HERE
I AM KITCHENER INDIGENOUS ART MARKET
Saturday June 29 - Kitchener City Hall
Sunday June 30 - Gaukel Block. Details HERE
One Dish One Spoon Treaty
The One Spoon One Dish Treaty was developed by the Indigenous peoples of the Great Lakes region and northeastern North America. It was used to describe how land can be shared to the mutual benefit of all its inhabitants by taking only what you need, leaving the rest for others and not destroying anything. It is a mutual covenant between representatives of the 5 Nations of the Haudenosaunee and representatives of the Dutch government made in 1613. It was renewed with the French, British, and American governments.   For more details click the image below.
Dish With One Spoon Wampum Belt
For more insight to the One Spoon One Dish Treaty, click the image below
Smudging Ceremony
In Smudging Ceremonies one or more of the medicines Sage, Sweet Grass, Cedar & Tobacco are lit. Smudging is done to connect to the Creator for spiritual protection, to receive blessings and improve spiritual health. The smoke from these burning medicines purifies the body, soul and brings clarity to the mind and  gets rid of  also used to rid of negative energy. For more information on Smudging, click the image below.
Wampum Belts
Wampum Belts were used to mark agreements between peoples. Wampum belts are significant and document treaties and covenants made between Indigenous peoples and European colonial powers. To learn more about Wampum Belts, click the image below.
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​National Indigenous History Month In Kitchener
                                                                             City of Kitchener's Commitment

We believe that progress comes from acknowledging our shared history, even the painful parts.
As we support Indigenous communities, we want to be open about the harsh realities of colonialism and racism. By facing these truths, we can create real change.
Throughout this month, we invite you to explore the strength and triumphs of Indigenous peoples. Discover their vibrant culture, powerful activism, inspiring art, transformative education and groundbreaking contributions to science. Together we can learn, grow and celebrate the spirit that shapes Indigenous communities today.

Let's walk this path together.
Our City of Kitchener Website has a National Indigenous People Month page. It has information on Residential Schools, The Sixties Scoop and Millennial Scoop. It also has information on Indigenous studies and links to support services. You can find it HERE

Information on the work Kitchener is doing towards Truth and Reconciliation can be found HERE

Mayor Vrbanovic's Statement on National Indigenous History Month 2024 HERE
Online Learning Resources
National Centre For Truth And Reconciliation HERE

National Inquiry Into Missing And Murdered Indigenous Women And Girls HERE

Assembly Of First Nations - It's Our Time - Education Toolkit HERE

First Nations - Indigenous People's Atlas Of Canada HERE

Metis Identity And Voice In Canada's National Parks HERE

University Of Alberta's Free Indigenous Canada Course HERE