In June, we celebrate National Indigenous History Month to honour the history, heritage and diversity of Indigenous peoples in Canada.
Do you know the meaning of the word 'Indigenous'? Watch this video from CBC Kids News to find out.
Surrey and White Rock are on the shared, unceded, traditional territory of the Katzie, Semiahmoo and Kwantlen Nations.
June 21st is National Indigenous Peoples Day and it is a celebration of the achievements, history and culture of Indigenous people throughout Canada.
Usually there are many fun events and activities across the country but of course, this year is different due to the global pandemic and we are reminded to stay home when possible and limit numbers when we gather. So instead of meeting in person there are still some great virtual events happening online.
There are more than 70 Indigenous languages spoken throughout Canada and a new website, Original Voices allows us to learn more about them. It is from CBC Indigenous and includes an interactive map where you can click on different regions in Canada to learn more about the languages in each territory.
Read more about what kids are doing to keep Indigenous languages strong in this article from CBC Kids News.
Many Indigenous youth are weaving together their traditions and languages with pop culture. Listen to this Nova Scotian teenager, Emma Stevens who sings the song 'Blackbird' by the Beatles in her Indigenous language, Mi'kmaq.
Indigenous Voices is a great website to discover Indigenous musicians from Manitoba. They have organized an online concert called 'Festival of Fathers' to celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day and Father's Day on Sunday, June 21st at 3pm. The virtual concert on Facebook will feature artists who identify as First Nations, Metis or Inuit performing live from their homes.
If you want to move your body at home and get some exercise, try this dance from Pow Wow Sweat. Try the warm up first and then the Double Beat video below.
Do you want to try making Bannock at home? Watch the video below where three generations of Algonquin women show you how.
Squamish Lil'Wat Cultural Centre in Whistler, BC is re-opening to the public on June 26th. They offer guided forest walks, fascinating displays in the museum and delicious food at the Thunderbird Cafe. You might want to consider a visit as part of your summer plans to stay local in BC.
You can also learn more about local Indigenous culture of the Kwantlen, Katzie and Semiahmoo First Nations by taking a virtual tour of the Indigenous Hall at the Surrey Museum.
Lastly, instead of an ebook recommendation, this week I am sharing a great website where you can listen to lots of Indigenous stories called Indigenous Storybooks.
Ey' swayel Holly Hawks!
Love, Mrs Myles
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