National Indigenous Peoples Day is held annually on June 21 across Canada to celebrate and recognize First Nations, Inuit, and Metis cultures. Listed below are some events, resources and books suggested by First Nations Initiatives. This is not an exhaustive list, but it lists local events and resources. We encourage you to take part in celebrating Yukon First Nations and learning more about their heritage, culture, artwork, and achievements.
Events
- Find the schedule of events for Whitehorse on the Kwanlin Dün Cultural Centre website.
- Every First Nation community across the territory will celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day in their own unique way. Reach out to the local First Nation government in your community to learn about how they will be celebrating this year.
Videos/Documentaries
- How to celebrate Indigenous Peoples Day
- Why National Indigenous Peoples Day is so Important
- Setting Our Course: Yukon First Nations Self-Government
- National Indigenous Peoples Day - Canada Tonight Special
- Picturing a People: George Johnston, Tlingit Photographer
- Circles
- How People Got Fire
- The Challenge in Old Crow
