June 21, 2022
At The Brenda Strafford Foundation (BSF), we value ‘People First.’ We appreciate that the diversity of our people is one of our greatest assets and we recognize the importance of striving for equity and inclusion in our actions every day.
BSF is committed to creating a safe and inclusive space for all staff, residents, families, and community members. This involves raising awareness, providing education, and leading changes that celebrate and embrace diverse identities.
National Indigenous Peoples Day takes place on the summer solstice, a day that indigenous communities have traditionally celebrated their culture and heritage throughout their history. This is a day for all Canadians to celebrate the contributions of the First Nations, Metis and Inuit communities all over Canada.
National Indigenous Peoples Day is a fantastic way to start learning more about the traditions and culture of the Indigenous Peoples of Canada. Not only the rich and beautiful history but the on-going traditions. Across Canada there are celebrations and opportunities for Canadians of all backgrounds to join in learning opportunities, reconciliation events and traditional observances.
For the week of June 21, below are only some of the events being held in and around Calgary:
In the spirit of respect, reciprocity and truth, we honour and acknowledge Moh’kinsstis, and the traditional Treaty 7 territory and oral practices of the Blackfoot confederacy: Siksika, Kainai, Piikani, as well as the Îyâxe Nakoda and Tsuut’ina nations. We acknowledge that this territory is home to the Métis Nation of Alberta, Region 3 within the historical Northwest Métis homeland. Finally, we acknowledge all Nations – Indigenous and non – who live, work and play on this land, and who honour and celebrate this territory.
Watch the Calgary Foundation’s Land Acknowledgement Video online. Source: calgaryfoundation.org
Government of Canada: National Indigenous Peoples Day
Government of Alberta: Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day
