Celebrating Indigenous History Month as an Ally

During National Indigenous History Month, it is crucial to take time to recognize the rich history, heritage, culture, resilience and diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples across Canada. Non-Indigenous people can pursue their journey of allyship through education and reflection. To discover ways to engage with National Indigenous History Month and beyond, please check out the resources below.

Continue Learning

Discover ways to better understand the complexity of Indigenous histories and experiences and share them with those around you.

• Learn whose land you are on
• Read books on the histories and experiences of Indigenous people
• Watch videos by Indigenous Film Makers about Indigenous topics
• Listen to podcasts from Indigenous perspectives
• Take part in professional training like Carleton’s Kinàmàgawin Indigenous Learning Certificate or the University of Alberta’s free Indigenous Canada online course
• Carleton’s School of Indigenous and Canadian Studies
• Discover what it means to be a good ally

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Know the Key Reports and Findings

Understand the important work that has taken place and help achieve the Calls to Action.

• United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
• Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada: 94 Calls to Action
• National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation Reports
• Reclaiming Power and Place: The Final Report of the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls
• Kinàmàgawin: Learning Together, 41 Carleton-specific Calls to Action

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Support Carleton Student Success

Explore the services and programs Carleton provides for Indigenous students.

• Ojigkwanong Indigenous Student Centre
• Centre for Indigenous Support and Community Engagement
• Indigenous Enriched Support Program
• Indigenous Peer Mentorship Program
• Mawandoseg Centre
• Indigenous Initiatives at Sprott

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Integrate Indigenous Knowledge in the Classroom

Use the resources made available to the Carleton learning community without overburdening Indigenous experts.

• Indigenous Learning Bundles
• Office of the Assistant Vice-President, Indigenous Teaching, Learning and Research
• Ānako Indigenous Research Institute
• Connect with the Centre for Indigenous Support and Community Engagement’s Indigenous Curriculum Learning Specialist to help incorporate Indigenous knowledge, resources and ways of teaching into the classroom and academic spaces

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Celebrate Cultures

Take part in the celebrations and discover the rich and diverse cultures.

• Summer Solistice Indigenous Music Awards (June 6)
• Ottawa Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival (June 21 – 25)
• Ottawa Indigenous Fashion Week (June 29 – July 3)
• National Arts Centre Indigenous Programing
• UNESCO International Decade of Indigenous Languages
• Creation Stories at the Canadian Museum of History

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Connect with Surrounding Communities

Enhance your learning by making connections with local Indigenous communities.

• Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg
• Algonquins of Pikwakanagan
• Minwaashin Lodge
• Odawa Native Friendship Centre
• Wabano Centre
• Assembly of First Nations
• Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami
• Métis National Council
• Native Women’s Association of Canada
• Your local Friendship Centre
• Stay in the know through CBC Indigenous

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During National Indigenous History Month, Carleton University is celebrating the rich and diverse cultures, voices and experiences of First Nations, Inuit and Métis people who are positively impacting the world. Visit our National Indigenous History Month page through the month of June to learn more.

Monday, May 29, 2023 in Indigenous
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