Indigenous Resources
Below are resources and information for those who are Indigenous.
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Eight Indigenous Veterans From Kitigan Zibi
November 8 marks the annual National Indigenous Veterans Day in Canada, a day to recognize First Nations, Métis, and Inuit contributions to military service. Read the article below to meet eight veterans from Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg, Quebec, who served in Canadian...
Indigenous soldiers and the Battle of Hong Kong
The following article talks about the difficult task of identifying Indigenous soldiers who fought in the Battle of Hong Kong. During that battle, records did not identify soldiers as Métis. Many years later, Pamela Poitras Heinrichs, a member of the Hong Kong...
Indigenous Veterans Day Article by Oscar Baker III
An article by Oscar Baker III, who is a reporter from Elsipogtog First Nation, highlights the unique contributions and bravery of Indigenous Veterans from across Canada. Website:...
Stories of Indigenous Soldiers
In Canada, November 8 is designated as Indigenous Veterans Day, a day of commemoration to honor the invaluable contributions of Indigenous individuals to military service, particularly during the First World War, Second World War, and the Korean War. The Canadian...
Royal BC Museum National Indigenous Veterans Day Resources
The Royal BC Museum has put together a number of resources dedicated to National Indigenous Veterans Day. National Indigenous Veterans Day takes place annually on November 8. It is an important day to recognize Indigenous contributions to military service,...
Victoria Orange Shirt Day 2023 Event
Victoria Orange Shirt Day is hosting their 2023 event on Saturday, September 30th from 12:00pm-2:30pm. Join for Indigenous performances, flag raising, minute of silence and special guest speakers. Free admission. Everyone welcome. Location: Centennial Square, Victoria...
Reconcile: Witnessing Candid Truths From Survivors
The Support Network for Indigenous Women & Women of Colour is hosting a Reconcile: Witnessing Candid Truths From Survivors, a community event to help illuminate the stories of residential school survivors. This event is taking place from 4:30pm – 7:00pm on...
Songhees Nation Second Annual South Island Powwow
September 30th marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. On this day, the Songhees Nation is host the second annual South Island Powwow. The annual South Island Powwow is an opportunity to recognize survivors and their families in the spirit of...
Comox Valley Second Annual Spirit Walk
Comox Valley is hosting its second annual Spirit Walk to commemorate and recognize the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Opening ceremonies begin at 11:00am and participants are welcome to drop-in anytime between 11:00am-5:00pm. All are welcome. Location:...