Commemorate National Indigenous History Month this June and National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21, and recognize and celebrate the heritage, diverse cultures, and outstanding achievements of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples in Canada.
Wednesday, June 15, 6:30 p.m.
Live via Zoom
Enjoy a digital screening of screening of Inaakonigewin Andaadad Aki: Michi Saagiig Treaties: Defining Relationships between Peoples followed by a discussion with Anne Taylor, a Traditional Knowledge Holder from Curve Lake First Nation.
The DVD is also available for loan through the Clarington Public Library, Museums, & Archives.
Wednesday, June 22, 5:30 p.m.
Live via Zoom
Learn how to make Bannock pizza, salad, and Bannock strawberry shortcake with Chef Charles Catchpole.
Tuesday, June 28, 6:00 p.m.
Live via Zoom
Join us virtually on Wednesday, June 28 as Drew Hayden Taylor highlights his works and discusses his experiences travelling the world, writing, and speaking from the Aboriginal perspective to help bridge the gap between cultures while tickling the funny bone.
All programs are presented in partnership with the Municipality of Clarington, and are funded by the Government of Canada.
Every June, Canadians celebrate National Indigenous History Month, which is an opportunity to honour the heritage, contributions, and cultures of First Nation, Inuit, and Métis communities across Canada.
In 2021, the Durham libraries, Durham College, Ontario Tech University, DCSI, OTSU, and the Region of Durham, in partnership with the Rotary Club of Whitby Sunrise, launched a collaborative multi-part panel discussion series with Indigenous peoples and First Nations from the Durham Region. Reconciliation, Resilience, Resistance, and Resurgence focused on actions that support and amplify Indigenous Voices in our community as we move forward with the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's Calls-to-Action. Learn how to become an ally to speak out against Anti-Indigenous Racism.
Visit our YouTube playlist to view a livestream recording of each session.
The Municipality of Clarington is situated within the traditional and treaty territory of the Mississaugas and Chippewas of the Anishinabeg, known today as the Williams Treaties First Nations. Our work on these lands acknowledges their resilience and their longstanding contributions to the area now known as the Municipality of Clarington.