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National Indigenous History Month

CCCTR events

National Indigenous History Month (NIHM) is a celebration of Indigenous ways of knowing, being, and doing that takes place throughout the month of June. NIHM celebrates the contributions of Indigenous communities and honours the history, heritage, resilience, and diversity of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples. It is a time for all Canadians to learn and an opportunity to participate in Indigenous-led and Indigenous-supported cultural events. It is also a time for Indigenous peoples to celebrate, with the intention of growing their cultures and instilling a sense of pride in their Indigenous identity.

We welcome you to celebrate with us. Explore below the events and activities taking place throughout the city.

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June 1

NIHM: Library Opening Ceremonies

Shaikh Family Welcome Gallery
at Central Library
Free

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June 10

Sweet Summer Powwow (film)

Patricia A. Whelan Performance Hall 
at Central Library
Free

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June 15

Aboriginal Awareness Week Opening Ceremonies

Holy Gathering Space
at the Confluence
Free

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June 15-16

Telling Our Own Stories | Workshop for Indigenous Photographers Taught by Indigenous Photographers

Rancher's Hall
at Heritage Park
Free with registration

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June 17

Speak Up! Exhibit opening

Studio Bell, home of
the National Music Centre
Free with admission

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June 20

Powwow Fit

Heritage Park presented by Central Library
Free with admission

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June 20

Celebrating Métis Culture: Violet’s Michif Dancers

Encampment Area
at Heritage Park
Free with admission

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June 20

Bring Your Kokum Scarf | Sober After Party

Gasoline Alley Museum
at Heritage Park
18+ | Tickets

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June 21

Henri Giroux: Interactive Storytelling in the Plaza

Heritage Plaza & Railway Orientation Centre
at Heritage Park
Free with admission

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June 21

Walk for Reconciliation

Harry Hayes Building to the Confluence
Free

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June 21

Indigenous Joy Panel

Patricia A. Whelan Performance Hall
at Central Library
Free

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June 21

OHSOTO’KINO: NIPD at Studio Bell

Studio Bell, home of
the National Music Centre
Free

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June 21

Open Exhibit, Documentary

the Confluence
Free

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June 23

Lunch and Learn: Powwow Special

Patricia A. Whelan Performance Hall
at Central Library
Free

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June 25-28

Echoes of the Land

Big Secret Theatre
at Werklund Centre

Tickets

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June 28

Authentically Curated Indigenous Makers Market and Fashion Showcase

Jack Singer Concert Hall Lobby
at Werklund Centre

Free

Calgary Culture Coalition for Truth and Reconciliation


The Calgary Culture Coalition for Truth and Reconciliation (CCCTR)
is a collaboration between five Calgary cultural institutions who are committed to elevating Indigenous voices, sharing Indigenous cultures, and advancing Truth and Reconciliation. Our mission is to ensure that citizens of Calgary and area have access to a variety of learning and engagement experiences that complement and extend community access creating opportunities to grow, learn, and participate in active Reconciliation, and helping to build stronger understanding, respect, accountability to, and compassion for Indigenous peoples. 

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*Heritage Park NIPD activities are free for self-identifying Indigenous people.