How communities across Canada are celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Day – CBC

Jun 21, 2026

Day coincides with the summer solstice — the longest day of the year — and holds deep cultural significance

Events are being held across the country to mark the 30th National Indigenous Peoples Day on Sunday — a day meant to honour the culture, histories and contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis people.

The day coincides with the summer solstice — the longest day of the year — and holds deep cultural significance for many Indigenous groups. It’s the culmination of Indigenous Peoples Month, which is observed every June.

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