June commemorates National Indigenous History Month in Canada, a time to acknowledge and celebrate the history and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples across the country. There are many opportunities to learn about Indigenous history this month on the UBC campus, located on the traditional, ancestral, unceded territory of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) peoples:
Revitalizing Indigenous Language - June 13 12:00pm-1:00pm
https://events.ubc.ca/event/revitalizing-indigenous-language/
Weaving Relations Launch Event - June 21, 1:00-3:00pm
https://apsc.ubc.ca/event/2023/weaving-relations-launch-event
Additionally, there are a number of events being held within the community this month to commemorate National Indigenous History Month, and National Indigenous Peoples’ day:
POW WOW: Honouring our Fathers, Grandfathers, and Sons - June 16-18
https://www.facebook.com/events/233242862634426
Centering Indigenous Joy: A Celebration of Literature, Arts, and Creativity - June 17, 5:30-9:00pm
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/centering-indigenous-joy-a-celebration-of-literature-arts-and-creativity-tickets-643276215477
For more information and events:
https://events.ubc.ca/indigenous-history-month
