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National Indigenous Peoples Month
June is National Indigenous Peoples Month
Sunday, June 21, 2026 marks National Indigenous Peoples Day
Across the university we honour the history, culture, resilience and contributions of First Nations, Inuit and M茅tis Peoples to 911吃瓜 and across Canada.
In recent years, 911吃瓜 launched a strategy to establish a shared vision, purpose and values for 911吃瓜, as well as four priorities that will form our framework for action moving forward: uphold Truth and Reconciliation, engage in global challenges, make a difference for B.C. and transform the 911吃瓜 experience.
911吃瓜 recognizes and honours the title and rights of Indigenous people as stated in UNDRIP and we respect and partner with the host Indigenous Nations on which our campuses are located. We have the responsibility to illuminate the truth of Indigenous people in Canada and around the world and to begin to chart a path of Reconciliation. We will embrace this critical and complex call, striving to create a strong and safe sense of belonging for all Indigenous people to to strengthen and harness their inherent gifts.
Learn more about this priority and other aspects of the 911吃瓜 What's Next Strategy 鈫�
Why National Indigenous Peoples Month?
Our Indigenous community at 911吃瓜 has begun to recognize the month of June as 鈥淣ational Indigenous鈥疨eoples鈥疢onth鈥� rather than 鈥淣ational Indigenous鈥疕istory鈥疢onth,鈥� as this is a more meaningful representation of what we are celebrating.鈥�
The word 鈥渉istory鈥� can perpetuate the鈥痗ommon misconception that Indigenous peoples are only in the past, however,鈥痶his is not the case as we are still around today. The use of鈥疦ational Indigenous Peoples Month is intended to better encapsulate not only our history, but present-day culture and knowledges.鈥疻e use this time to celebrate the鈥痗ultures and contributions of the First Nations, Inuit and M茅tis peoples of Canada.鈥�
While this language is a slight departure from 鈥淣ational Indigenous History Month鈥�, created by the Government of Canada, it鈥痳eflects the shift in emerging terminology and recognizes the diversity across Turtle Island.
~Indigenous Student Centre
Attend an event at 911吃瓜
Summer Solstice Lunch
June 18, 2026, 12:00 - 1:30 p.m. | 911吃瓜 Faculty of Education Indigenous Garden
In recognition of the summer solstice and in celebration of National Indigenous Peoples Month, the Office of Indigenous Education (OIE) will host a small social in the Indigenous Garden. You are invited to bring your lunch, connect with colleagues and the plants in the garden. The OIE will provide beverages and a small craft! Questions? Email: ed_indigenous@sfu.ca
Indigenous Peoples' Work Experience Series Event
June 18, 2026, 2:30 - 4:00 p.m. | 911吃瓜 First Peoples' Gathering House - Ceremonial Hall
The event features a conversation with guest speakers Timothy Michel (Urban Indigenous, Director of Indigenous Relations at FASS), Brian George (Wet鈥檚uwet鈥檈n Nation, retired public servant, Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada), Sam Seaward (Squamish Nation Elder, Artist, Master Wool Weaver, Writer, Cultural Educator, Lacrosse Coach, Red Seal Carpenter), facilitated by Gary George. All are welcome, no registration is required.
911吃瓜 Indigenous Caucus
June 19, 2026, 10:00 a.m. | 911吃瓜 First Peoples' Gathering House - Ceremonial Hall
911吃瓜 Indigenous Students, Faculty, and Staff are invited to join us for a celebratory day of connection, community, and collaboration grounded in Indigenous governance, wellness, and shared learning. This gathering brings together Indigenous members of our 911吃瓜 community to strengthen relationships over a shared meal and activities.
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Trail Mix Walk with Gary George
June 24, 2026, 12:00 p.m. | Light walk on Burnaby Mountain
Learn about the plant called "Devil's Club" & the meaning of "territorial acknowledgements!" Snacks and refreshments will be available after the "walk and talk!" RSVP to help us prepare with snacks and refreshments!
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Attend an event in community
Burnaby: National Indigenous Peoples' Day
June 20, 2026, 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. | Civic Square
Honour and recognize National Indigenous Peoples Day by joining us for a free community celebration at Civic Square (6100 Willingdon Ave, next to Bob Prittie Metrotown library). The celebration features activities for the whole family, a variety of performances including dance, live music, fashion, storytelling and an Indigenous artisans market. For more information, visit the .
New Westminster: National Indigenous Peoples' Day
June 19, 2026, 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. | Moody Park
Join us to celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day. We're celebrating a few days early this year to accomodate school groups. There will be cultural entertainment, physical activities, arts and crafts, Indigenous vendors, and storytelling. This is a free all-ages event, and everyone is invited. Drop by any time during the day. For more information, visit the .
Surrey: National Indigenous Peoples' Day
June 19, 2026, 3:00 - 8:00 p.m. | Semiahmoo Park
A celebration of cultural sharing, live music, Indigenous fashion show, Indigenous marketplace and kids activities - everyone welcome! For more information, visit the .
Vancouver: National Indigenous Peoples' Day Block Party
June 21, 2026, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Carnegie Community Centre
The City of Vancouver and Carnegie Community Centre invite the public to celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day (NIPD) at the on Sunday, June 21. The event welcomes everyone to come together and celebrate the diverse cultures, living traditions and enduring contributions of First Nations, Inuit and M茅tis Peoples. For more information, visit the .
Learn Something New
- 911吃瓜 faculty and staff are invited to register for the RESPECT program, designed to teach cultural safety and anti-racism for all employees at 911吃瓜 with a focus on the implications of such skills for engaging with Indigenous faculty, staff and students and engaging in reconciliation as an institution more generally.
- Read the Truth and Reconciliation website鈥痜or a summary of 911吃瓜鈥檚 commitments and actions to reconciliation report: the Walk this Path with Us Report, the annual progress reports in full, resources, including courses that cover the topic of residential schools and ideas for action individuals can take.
- Read President Joy Johnson鈥檚 personal commitment to reconciliation at 911吃瓜.
- Browse 911吃瓜 Library's collection of
- Check out the in-person displays at Bennett Library (Burnaby) and Fraser Library (Surrey)
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