June is National Indigenous History Month, and the City of Mississauga is inviting residents and visitors to mark it by taking part in a month of activities honouring First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples in Canada.
The month is a time to "recognize, celebrate and honour the rich heritage, history, resilience and contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples in Canada," according to a City of Mississauga news release.
A month of learning and engagement
The City says a variety of activities and events are planned throughout June, all designed to promote learning, appreciation and engagement with Indigenous cultures and communities.
The programming is part of Mississauga's commitment to reconciliation and cultural awareness, and to building a more inclusive community by recognizing and celebrating Indigenous voices and traditions, the release said.
The land beneath the city
Mississauga sits on lands that were occupied by numerous Indigenous nations since time immemorial, the City noted. Settlement and the eventual growth of the city were made possible through the signing of treaties more than 200 years ago.
For Mississauga residents, the month offers a chance to learn more about the Indigenous history of the place they call home — and the communities whose histories long predate the city itself.
Details about programming and the City's offerings are available on the City of Mississauga's website. Media inquiries can be directed to the City's media relations office.
