On June 21, National Indigenous Peoples Day, we recognize and celebrate the rich history, heritage, resilience and diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis across Canada.
Programs
Indigenous History Month film screening: Slash/Back
Wednesday, June 21 at 6 p.m.
The 2022 debut feature from Iqaluit-raised director Nyla Innuksuk, "Slash/Back" packs a vivid and thrilling punch, as a girl gang in Pangnirtung, Nunavut is left to fight off a supernatural apocalypse. Employing strategies from their favourite horror movies, weapons from their kitchens, and power from their friends, the girls must battle a mysterious alien force to save their home.
"Slash/Back" presents a promising young cast and a vibrant portrait of resilience, friendship, and what it means to fight for community. Join their journey of rebellion, self-discovery, and re-appropriation!
Resource list
Explore our National Indigenous History Month resource list created by library staff.
Books
E-books
Films
Digital content and resources
- Indigenous Canada
Indigenous Canada is a 12-lesson Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) from the Faculty of Native Studies that explores the different histories and contemporary perspectives of Indigenous peoples living in Canada. From an Indigenous perspective, this course explores complex experiences Indigenous peoples face today from a historical and critical perspective highlighting national and local Indigenous-settler relations. - National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation (NCTR)
The NCTR is a place of learning and dialogue where the truths of the residential school experience will be honoured and kept safe for future generations. Access and read all reports created by NCTR. - National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls
Our vision for the National Inquiry is to build a foundation that allows Indigenous women and girls to reclaim their power and place.” - Curio.ca
Curio provides access to CBC/Radio Canada content. Explore their curated collections on Truth and Reconciliation, the Sixties Scoop, Residential Schools, Indigenous Youth and more. - National Film Board
Access National Film Board of Canada documentaries and films featuring Indigenous-made animation, documentaries, and films. - CBC Corner
Find Indigenous-focused CBC and Radio-Canada content.
Local Indigenous Organizations
- Healing of the Seven Generations
- White Owl Native Ancestry
- Grand River Métis Council
- Anishinaabeg Outreach
- KW Urban Native Wigwam Project
- Land Back Camp
- Indigenous Food Sovereignty Collective – Waterloo Region
- Indigenous Student Centres at:
- Crow Shield Lodge