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National Indigenous History Month

Multifaith Observance, Cultural Holiday, or Social Justice Event
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Faith, Culture, and Social Justice Calendar
Tuesday, June 1, 2021
All Day
Recurring
daily until Wednesday, June 30, 2021

Event Overview

June is National Indigenous History Month. At SLC we have a line-up of wonderful events, speakers and resources!

Calendar of Events (PDF)

More Information

A PDF version of the calendar is attached for reference.

Details for each event are listed below. If you are emailing us to register please include the name of the workshop/session.

31-3: Purple highlighted events are part of the Learning Connections Conference

14: Personalizing Your Land Acknowledgement 10-11am

  • Join Indigenous Services as we discuss the significance of acknowledging Indigenous lands and opening gatherings in a good way
  • Work in break-out groups to personalize the land acknowledgement and develop relations with the history of Indigenous peoples
  • Ready to start your learning journey? Email indigenousservices@sl.on.ca to register.

16: The Angry Inuk: Cultural Prejudice in the Media 12-1pm

  • After watching the documentary, join us as we discuss the impact of media on culture and the perpetuation of stereotypes
  • Watch the documentary 00:44:18 and then join the discussion!
  • Registration is not required, please use this Teams link.

21: Indigenous Peoples Day

Virtual Gathering 10-11:30am: Language & Identity

  • A celebration of identity, language revitalization and Indigenous belonging
  • Registration is not required, please use this Teams link.

Fry Bread at Home 12-1pm

  • There is nothing quite like fresh fry bread and jam; fun for the whole family!
  • Learn to make your own in this at home cooking workshop with Elder Helena alongside some strawberry moon teachings
  • An ingredient list will be provided in advance for registered participants, email indigenousservices@sl.on.ca

22: "Every Child Matters" Panel Discussion 1-2pm

  • Presented by HR&OD in partnership with SLC's Indigenous Student Services Team. Join our panel as we explore the impact of colonization and Residential School on Indigenous Peoples from historical and current perspectives.
  • This is a safe place to discuss Residential Schools and the impact of their legacy on our communities, including the recent mass grave discovery in Kamloops B.C. on May 27, 2021.
  • Circle Leaders: Helena Waasaa Biidaasamose Kwe Neveu, Elder; Shirley Chaisson, Indigenous Student Advisor; Jessie Pengelly, Indigenous Student Advisor; Katie Jock Lamarche, Indigenous Recruiter and Community Engagement Officer; Holly Karennenhá:wi Brant, Indigenous Counsellor
  • Register

25: Book Club Meeting with the Author! 12-1pm

Virtual Museums & Galleries

  • The Ottawa Art Gallery’s Wrapped in Culture, a collaborative, Indigenous-led and community-grounded project, organized by lead-artist Rosalie Favell, will stop in three Canadian galleries and will make two stops in Australia in 2021. Virtual Tour
  • The National Gallery of Canada has created Virtual NGC - from curator’s choice and virtual gallery features to thought-provoking articles and downloadable resources: https://www.gallery.ca/virtual-ngc
  • Mohawk artist Skawennati and ABTEC’s TimeTraveller™ page with episodes available for viewing: https://www.timetravellertm.com/episodes/
  • Wapikoni’s one-of-a-kind collection that is unique in the world, featuring over 1,295 films and 817 musical recordings, demonstrating exceptional Indigenous cultural heritage, with different language offerings: http://www.wapikoni.ca/films

Resources for Families & Children

  • How We’re Teaching Indigenous History To Our Kids: Read
  • Activity sheets and colouring pages: Browse/Do
  • Indigenous Kids CBC Radio: Listen

Other Resources

  • 10 Things You Can Do: Kamloops Indian Residential School: Read/Act

Explore our vast collection of resources through the SLC library stlawrencecollege.libguides.com/indigenous.