National Aboriginal Day
What is National Aboriginal Day?
June 21, 2011 is National Aboriginal Day, a day for all Canadians to celebrate the cultures and contributions to Canada of First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples.
Setting aside a day for Aboriginal Peoples is part of the wider recognition of Aboriginal Peoples' important place within the fabric of Canada and their ongoing contributions as First Peoples. As former Governor General Adrienne Clarkson said, "It is an opportunity for all of us to celebrate our respect and admiration for First Nations, for Inuit, for Métis — for the past, the present and the future. "
National Aboriginal Day Events
Event details for 2011.
Okîsikow (Angel) Way
June 14, 2011
Edmonton Native Healing Centre presents
June 23 & 24, 2011
Hear the Call of the Drum!
History of National Aboriginal Day
National Aboriginal Day was proclaimed in 1996 by former Governor General Roméo A. LeBlanc. Today National Aboriginal Day is part of the annual nation-wide Celebrate Canada with celebrations centring around National Aboriginal Day, but continuing through St-Jean Baptiste Day, Canadian Multiculturalism Day and concluding with Canada Day.
Edmonton National Aboriginal Day Committee
The Edmonton National Aboriginal Day Committee (NAD) is a volunteer-based group of organizations and individuals who come together to coordinate NAD activities and showcase the Aboriginal people: First Nation, Métis and Inuit. Through a collaborative approach, the committee encourages all nations to share in the celebrations.
For more information:
Aboriginal Relations Office
Community Services, Community Strategies
City of Edmonton
Suite 901, Scotia Place, Tower 2
10060 Jasper Ave
Edmonton AB T5J 3R8
| Telephone | 780-944-7602 |
|---|---|
| Fax | 780-944-8504 |
| aboriginalrelations@edmonton.ca |
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