In June, we celebrate National Aboriginal History Month - an opportunity to honour the heritage, contributions and cultures of Aboriginal peoples in Canada.
“National Aboriginal History Month provides us all an opportunity to learn more about Aboriginal history, and reflect on the important contributions our fellow First Nations, Inuit and Métis brothers and sisters have made, and continue to make, to our union, to our communities, and to our country," said Local 500 President Mike Davidson.
June was declared National Aboriginal History month in 2009, after Nanaimo-Cowichan NDP Member of Parliament, Jean Crowder, introduced a motion to make June a month of recognition for First Nations, Inuit and Métis. The motion received unanimous consent in the House of Commons.
The nationwide celebrations culminate on June 21st – National Aboriginal Day in Canada.
