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June is Indigenous History Month

Toronto — May 31, 2023 — Since 2009, June is declared National Indigenous history month in Canada. In June we reflect on the history, heritage, resilience and diversity of First Nations, Inuit, Métis peoples.

Celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Day – June 21

Toronto – June 14, 2021 – Canadians are called to recognize and celebrate the unique heritage, culture and contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples on National Indigenous Peoples Day – June 21.

UFCW Canada hosts Fifth Annual National Indigenous Rights Conference

Toronto – June 9, 2021 – Approximately 75 Indigenous members, leaders, and allies gathered online to take part in UFCW Canada’s Fifth Annual National Indigenous Rights Conference.

Politics Blog: We need to support Indigenous fishers in Canada

St. Mary’s Bay, N.S. – October 24, 2020 – Mi’kmaq fishers in Nova Scotia are experiencing violence, vandalism, and harassment and are being denied gas and equipment as they attempt to carry out their treaty rights and earn a modest living.

UFCW Canada Indigenous Sub-Committee participates in “Ask an Elder” event

Toronto – August 31, 2020 – Activists from UFCW Canada’s Indigenous Sub-Committee recently gathered in fellowship and friendship through a virtual meeting with Traditional Indigenous Elder Dr. Duke Redbird, as part of the Myseum of Toronto’s “Ask an Elder” series.