National Indigenous Peoples Day Recognized During First Days of Summer

Sunday is National Indigenous Peoples Day and the Government of Saskatchewan is encouraging residents to take the opportunity to recognize Indigenous contributions.

First proclaimed in 1996 National Indigenous Peoples Day falls on or near the first day of summer and the summer solstice. Treaties 2,4,5,6,8 and 10 cover the province which is also home to the Metis.

Minister Responsible for First Nations, Metis and Northern Affairs Lori Carr says Indigenous peoples are a fundamental part of the history, identity and future of this land we all share called Saskatchewan. Carr says this special day recognizes the past and ongoing contributions made by First Nations and Metis peoples to build this province and to make it better, one step at a time.

The government says with the pandemic the public is encouraged to enjoy and share their celebrations while respecting the public health orders.

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City of Saskatoon Recognizes National Indigenous Peoples Day

The City of Saskatoon is inviting residents to mark National Indigenous Peoples Day by accepting the ConnectR Reconciliation Challenge. The initiative replaces the Rock Your Roots Walk for Reconciliation and events at Reconciliation Circle in Victoria Park which were cancelled due to COVID-19.

The ConnectR challenge will see a new commitment under the categories of spirit, head, body or heart for eight weeks. Commitments can include attending a Indigenous cultural event, learning about a First Nations community or trying an Indigenous recipe.

Visit BeAConnectR.org for more details.