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National Aboriginal Day
Did you know?
- June is National Aboriginal History Month
- Ontario is home to almost 300,000 Aboriginal people
June 21 is National Aboriginal Day in Canada.
National Aboriginal Day was first proclaimed by the Governor General of Canada in 1996. Every year it gives Ontarians a unique opportunity to participate in Aboriginal cultural events and learn about the rich heritage of Aboriginal peoples in Ontario and across the country.
Throughout the month of June, you will find numerous events and activities that highlight the rich and unique cultures of First Nations, Métis and Inuit, including traditional drumming and dancing ceremonies, fiddle performances, and arts and crafts shows.
Find ideas on how you can celebrate National Aboriginal Day
Follow the Ministry of Aboriginal Affairs on Twitter [@ONAboriginal] to learn more about Aboriginal culture in Ontario.
Looking to bring Aboriginal perspectives into your classroom this June? Check out Ontario’s elementary and secondary teacher’s toolkits
Visit our Kids Space to learn about Aboriginal languages, traditional stories and more!
Read about the history of National Aboriginal Day
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