National Aboriginal Day
What is National Aboriginal Day?
June 21, 2009 is National Aboriginal Day, a day for all Canadians to celebrate the cultures and contributions to Canada of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples. This year's theme is "Sharing Our Stories ~ Partageons nos histoires. "
National Aboriginal Day was proclaimed in 1996 by former Governor General Roméo A. LeBlanc. Today National Aboriginal Day is part of the annual nation-wide Celebrate Canada with celebrations centering around National Aboriginal Day, but continuing through St-Jean Baptiste Day, Canadian Multiculturalism Day and concluding with Canada Day.
Setting aside a day for Aboriginal Peoples is part of the wider recognition of Aboriginal Peoples' important place within the fabric of Canada and their ongoing contributions as First Peoples. As former Governor General Adrienne Clarkson said, "It is an opportunity for all of us to celebrate our respect and admiration for First Nations, for Inuit, for Métis — for the past, the present and the future. "
The Edmonton National Aboriginal Day Committee invites everyone to come out and enjoy the Aboriginal culture and traditions. Our teachings are for all people of every nation, so please bring your family and friends to have some fun and gain insight to the beauty that Canada's original people have to share: the First Nation, Métis and Inuit people. Although the official day is June 21, 2009, celebrations in Edmonton last an entire week!
National Aboriginal Day Event Photos
National Aborignal Day Events
June 15, 2009
Official Opening of Aboriginal Collection
2nd Floor, Stanley A Milner Library
#7 Sir Winston Churchill Square
10:00 am
Reception to follow in the Centennial Room
http://www.epl.ca/
June 15 -19, 2009
Alberta Health Services - Edmonton Zone
Week of NAD Celebrations
Contact Patricia at 780-735-5326
June 16, 2009
We Moochigasin Night
Edmonton Aboriginal Disability Association
A feast followed by entertainment
Canadian Native Friendship Centre
11205 - 101 Street
Starting at 5:30 pm
EADA phone number: 780-479-1999
June 18, 2009
Edmonton NAD Media Launch
West Edmonton Mall, Centre Stage
11:00 am to 12:00 pm
Contact: Lindsay at 780-444-5225
Email: lindsay.lloyd@wem.ca
June 18, 2009
Aboriginal Relation's National Aboriginal Day Celebration
City Centre Mall - West, Lower Level
102 Avenue and 102 Street
12:00 to 1:00 pm
Contact: Linda Lindstrand at 780 644-4989
June 18-21, 2009
Dreamspeakers Film Festival and West Edmonton Mall Aboriginal Days
8882-170 St.
Thursday, June 18: Walk of Honour Free BBQ Luncheon
Friday, June 19: Open Night - Westmount Theatre 7-9 pm
Friday, June 19: Youth Day - a day of films, workshops, open stage, career fair, photo ops and more! Register at 780-378-9609
Saturday, June 20: Screenings, Film Cafe, Awards, Wrap Up
Saturday, June 20 and Sunday, June 21: Annual Hoop Dancing and Jigging Competition at the HMV Stage
Hoop Dancing and Jigging Competition Poster
Email: info@dreamspeakers.org
http://www.dreamspeakers.org/
June 19, 2009
RBC Royal Eagles BBQ
Corner of 102 Street & Jasper Avenue
11:00 am to 2:00 pm
RBC Royal Eagles in partnership with Amiskwaciy Academy
Contact: Brian Hjlesvold at 780 409-7678
Email: brian.hjlesvold@rbc.com
OR Rosalie Cardinal, Amiskwaciy Academy, 780 484-1270 ext. 108
June 19, 2009
Pancake Breakfast
Canadian Native Friendship Centre
11205 - 101 Street
9:00 - 11:00 am
Contact: Crystal Beaverbones
780 479-1999 Ext. 222
June 19 - 21, 2009
LOVE H2O 3-day Music Festival
Ironhead Golf Club, Lake Wabamun
Environmental Education, Crafts, Live Performances
DJ and Dancing
Talent Contest $1000 Prize
Contact: Bianca Bertolin 780 218-4020
Email: LOVEH2O@adventurearts.ca
http://www.LOVEH2O.ca/
June 20, 2009
Edmonton NAD Weekend Festival
Alberta Legislature Grounds
Noon – 6:00 pm
Traditional and modern entertainers, displays, children’s activities
Presented by the Edmonton NAD Committee
Contact: Heather Poitras at 780-495-6728
Email: heather.poitras@inac-ainc.gc.ca
Event poster
June 21, 2009
MCFSS Weekend Festival
Alberta Legislature Grounds
Breakfast 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Entertainment 1:00 - 4:00 pm
Presented by: Métis Child and Family Service Society
Contact: Mary Dion at 780 452-6100
Email: marymc@metischild.com
Event poster
June 21, 2009
Sharing our Stories "Too"
Lion's Park, St Albert
12:00 to 4:00 pm
Contact: Theresa Majeran at 780-977-5515
OR Barry Bailey at 780 266-1836
Event poster
June 22, 2009
Official Commemoration/Youth Gathering
Canada Place - Main Floor and Second Floor
9700 Jasper Ave
Youth Event 9:00 am-3:00 pm
Opening Ceremony 11:30 am
Contact: Heather Poitras
780-495-6728
heather.poitras@inac-ainc.gc.ca
http://www.inac.gc.ca/nad
Opening Ceremony poster
Edmonton National Aboriginal Day Committee
The Edmonton National Aboriginal Day Committee (NAD) is honoured to host and support another week of celebrations throughout Edmonton. The Edmonton NAD Committee is a volunteer-based group of organizations and individuals who come together to showcase the Aboriginal people: First Nation, Métis and Inuit. Through a collaborative approach, the committee encourages all nations to share in the celebrations.
For more information:
National Aboriginal Day contact information
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