Thinking about Reconciliation on National Indigenous Peoples Day

June 21st is National Indigenous Peoples Day, celebrated annually since 1996. It is intended as a day for all Canadians to recognize and celebrate the unique heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples. National Indigenous Peoples Day coincides with the summer solstice, a time when many Indigenous communities have celebrations due to the...Read more
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Third Time is the Charm. Regina Wins the 2014 NAIG!

The Saskatchewan capital city of Regina has been chosen to host the 2014 North American Indigenous Games (NAIG) after two previous bid attempts in 2008 and 2011. The event will be organized in cooperation with the Federation of Saskatchewan Indian Nations (FSIN) and the Metis Nation-Saskatchewan , along with the city and the provincial government. The North American Indigenous Games is a multi-...Read more
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Who Will Host NAIG 2014?

Three Canadian cities - Halifax, London and Regina - are currently competing to host the 2014 North American Indigenous Games (NAIG). The 2011 Games were to be held in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, however, the plug was pulled last summer due to financial constraints. And with so little time to plan and organize the 2011 event in another host city, the NAIG Council has decided that the next North...Read more
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