June is National Indigenous History Month in Canada. During this time, Edmontonians are encouraged to take extra time and effort to learn about the cultures, traditions, and experiences of the traditional custodians of this land we now call home. 

This National month was designated in 2009, and is a time to encourage Canadians to consider the history of this land as we move into the season when so many of us venture out to appreciate the beauty that Turtle Island has to offer. 

We encourage you to take some time in June not only to learn more about First Nations, Inuit and Métis cultures, but to get connected to the wide variety of vibrant Indigenous communities in the Edmonton area. Reconciliation is about relationship - one of the best ways to learn about Indigenous cultures is by listening to Indigenous people.

We especially encourage you to connect with community and set aside time for learning on June 21, National Indigenous Peoples’ Day.

Below is a listing of Indigenous events happening in the Edmonton area throughout the month of June. 

INDIGENOUS HISTORY MONTH EVENTS

June 1
David Garneau in Conversation with Matthew James Weigel: Tawatinâ Bridge and Beyond
Location: Stanley A. Milner Library
Time: 7-9pm
Cost: Free

Walking Tour of the Tawatinâ Bridge with lead artist David Garneau
Location: Tawatinâ Bridge
Time: 1-2pm & 2:30-3:30pm
Cost: Free

Elders Gathering
Time: To be decided
Cost: $225

June 1-30
Art in the Library
Location:  St. Albert Public Library (Downtown Library)
Time: Library Hours
Cost: Free

"It's an Art Show Pop-up Exhibit"
Location: 11928 129 Ave NW
Time: Various times
Cost: Free

June 2
Westglen 4th Annual Traditional Powwow
Location: Westglen School, 10950 - 127 Street
Time: 9:15am-3pm
Cost: Free

June 3
Launch Event for Indigenous History Month: Connect with our Roots
Location: Tawa Park
Time: 10am-2pm
Cost: Free

June 3-4
Indigenous Artist Market Collective (I AM)
Location: Downtown Edmonton Farmers Market
Time: 11am-3pm
Cost: Items for purchase

Kikosewin FRN Presents: Planting Love
Location: 1648 - 85 Street 
Time: 9:30 am-3pm
Cost: Limited Spots - Registration Required

June 8

ROSIE: A Film Screening and Conversation
Location: Building 6, Room 6-214, City Centre Campus, 10700 – 104 Avenue
Time: 11am-1pm
Cost: Free

June 9
Indigenous History Month Lunch and Learn with Nôhkom Jo-Ann: History of Treaties
Location: PÎYÊSÎW WÂSKÂHIKAN, Stanley A. Milner Library
Time: Noon-1:30pm
Cost: Free, Limited spots - Registration online

June 10
Indigenous History Month - Music Showcase
Location: Betty Andrews Theatre, MacEwan University
Time: 6pm
Cost: Free

Indigenous Artisan Market
Location: Outdoors kihew waciston, 11010 - 104 Avenue
Time: Noon-4pm
Cost: Items for purchase

June 10-11
Indigenous Artist Market Collective (I AM)
Location: Downtown Edmonton Farmers Market
Time: 11am-3pm
Cost: Items for purchase

June 14
Hide Tanning with Les Skinner
Location: kihêw waciston at MacEwan University, 11010 – 104 Avenue
Time: 9am-5pm
Cost: Free

Okîsikow (Angel) Way Day
Location: 97 Street and 101A Avenue
Time: Noon-2pm
Cost: Free

June 15
wahkotowin Family Night
Location: Jackie Parker Park, 4540 - 50 Street
Time: 5:30-7:30pm
Cost: Free

Métis Trash Talking: An Archaeological Footprint in St. Albert
Location: Historic River Lots, Belcourt House, 4 Meadowview Drive, St. Albert
Time: 2-3pm
Cost: $5

June 15-16
Gathering Our Medicine Conference
Location: 5207 50th Avenue, Leduc
Time: June 15: 5-8pm, June 16: 9am-4:30pm
Cost: Free

June 16
Medicine Picking with Elder Monica Rain
Location: Call for details
Time: 9am-4pm
Cost: Free

June 17
CNFC Indigenous Peoples Festival
Location: Borden Park Bandshell, 11239 79 Street
Time: Noon-8pm
Cost: Free

June 17-18
Indigenous Artist Market Collective (I AM)
Location: Downtown Edmonton Farmers Market
Time: 11am-3pm
Cost: Items for purchase

June 20
National Indigenous Peoples Day
Location: Cardiff Community Hall, 55320 - RR 251, Cardiff
Time: 5-8pm
Cost: Free

Windspeaker Media Concert and BBQ
Location: Windspeaker Media, 13245 146 Street NW
Time: Noon
Cost: Free

June 21
National Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration
Location: Bent Arrow, 11648 - 85 Street
Time: 10am-2pm
Cost: Free

National Indigenous Peoples Day Family BBQ
Location: 6770 129 Avenue NW
Time: Noon-3pm
Cost: Free

Bent Arrow Cultural Camp: Open to Public
Location: 11648 - 85 Street
Time: Noon
Cost: Free, Limited spots - Registration required

National Indigenous Peoples Day
Location: Telus World of Science
Time: 8am-2pm
Cost: Admission Required - Free for Indigenous Peoples

Métis Trash Talking: An Archaeological Footprint in St. Albert
Location: Historic River Lots, Belcourt House, 4 Meadowview Drive, St. Albert
Time: 2-3pm
Cost: $5

Summer Solstice Gathering
Location: Devon Voyageur Park, Devon
Time: 10am
Cost: Free

June 22
Indigenous Peoples Day
Location: YMCA Castledowns, 11510 - 153 Avenue
Time: Noon-4pm
Cost: Free

June 23
Medicine Picking with Elder Monica Rain
Location: Call for details
Time: 9am-4pm
Cost: Free

June 23-24
5th Annual Alberta Métis Fest
Location: Metis Crossing
Time: Various times
Cost: Free

June 24
Bent Arrow Cultural Camp: Closing Ceremony For All Participants
Location: 11648 - 85 Street
Time: 10am-2pm
Cost: Free, Limited spots - Registration required

Beaded Fringe Earrings with Sunlight and Sage
Location: Little Saplings, 4908-51 Street, Beaumont
Time: 10am-3:30pm
Cost: $95

Celebrating Indigenous History Month
Location: Legacy Park, Fort Saskatchewan
Time: 11am-2pm
Cost: Free

June 24-25
Indigenous Artist Market Collective (I AM)
Location: Downtown Edmonton Farmers Market
Time: 11am-3pm
Cost: Items for purchase

June 26
National Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration
Location: Lumen Christi, 9405 50 Street
Time: Noon-2pm
Cost: Free

June 27
On The River
Location: 4308 50 Street, Leduc
Time: 7:30pm
Cost: Free

June 29
Local Heroes Film Festival with Indigenous Month
Location: Dreamspeakers Centre, 11051 97 Street
Time: 8:30-10:30pm
Cost: Free

July 1
Run for Reconciliation
Location: Lions Park, St.Albert
Time: 9am
Cost: Free registration - orange shirts for purchase