National Indigenous Peoples Day Proclamation - June 21, 2024

Mayor Jeff Leal has issued the following proclamation on National Indigenous Peoples Day, June 21, 2024:

Whereas: the City of Peterborough acknowledges we are on the treaty and traditional territory of the Mississauga Anishinaabeg;

Whereas: National Indigenous Peoples Day is a day for all Canadians to recognize and celebrate the unique heritage, diverse cultures, and outstanding contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples, as well as the strength, resilience, and love that Indigenous communities and peoples continue to have after generations of colonial oppression;

Whereas: For generations, many Indigenous peoples and communities have celebrated on or near this day due to the significance of the summer solstice as the longest day of the year;

Whereas: Indigenous peoples have made and continue to make valuable contributions to Canadian society; and

Whereas: The City of Peterborough remains committed to upholding the calls of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, and moving Reconciliation forward in our community;

Therefore, be it resolved that I, Jeff Leal, Mayor of the City of Peterborough, do hereby proclaim June 21, 2024, as National Indigenous Peoples Day in the City of Peterborough.

June is National Indigenous History Month. Mayor Jeff Leal issued a statement on National Indigenous History Month to encourage residents to take time to honour and celebrate the invaluable contributions, rich histories, and vibrant cultures of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples.

Resources

National Indigenous History Month, Government of Canada resources
National Indigenous Peoples Day, Government of Canada resources
Learning resources about First Nations, Inuit and Métis, Government of Canada
Reconciliation: A Starting Point app
Visit the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation Commission to learn more about the tragic legacy of residential schools, the experiences of families and Survivors as well as the 94 Calls to action to start the healing process.
Read documents from the National Inquiry on Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls to learn about the impacts that colonialism and racism still have today on the lives of Indigenous women and girls as well as on their families and communities.
13 Historical Facts about Indigenous People in Peterborough area, Trent University