2022 National Indigenous Peoples Month Celebrations

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Thank you for joining us to celebrate the 2022 National Indigenous Peoples Day. Visit Alberta Health Services' Indigenous Health Program  to learn more.

L to R: AHS Cultural Helper Noella Cardinal and her daughter Lesanna Hayden Dennehy, Juli Harmon and her mother AHS Health Promotion Facilitator Jamie Harmon, and AHS Inuit Helper Atisinak Bishop.

On June 21, Canada will celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day. First celebrated in 1996, this is a day to recognize and celebrate the cultures and contributions of Indigenous Peoples from across Canada.

This year our theme is Healing through Mind, Body and Spirit. Join us as we celebrate throughout the month of June. Keep watching here to keep up to date on AHS events and activities. 

As we celebrate together, feel free to ask questions, share inspirational titles, and remember to take time for healing and self care.

L to R: AHS Cultural Helper Noella Cardinal and her daughter Lesanna Hayden Dennehy, Juli Harmon and her mother AHS Health Promotion Facilitator Jamie Harmon, and AHS Inuit Helper Atisinak Bishop.

On June 21, Canada will celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day. First celebrated in 1996, this is a day to recognize and celebrate the cultures and contributions of Indigenous Peoples from across Canada.

This year our theme is Healing through Mind, Body and Spirit. Join us as we celebrate throughout the month of June. Keep watching here to keep up to date on AHS events and activities. 

As we celebrate together, feel free to ask questions, share inspirational titles, and remember to take time for healing and self care.

Thank you for joining us to celebrate the 2022 National Indigenous Peoples Day. Visit Alberta Health Services' Indigenous Health Program  to learn more.

Do you have a question about Indigenous Health or History? This is a safe space to ask.

Learn more about Indigenous Peoples and Communities in Alberta.

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    Were Elder David Awasis's teachings and presentations taped so we can watch them? I missed a couple of them. Thanks

    Carol H. asked almost 2 years ago

    Thank you for reaching out.  In honor of Elder Awasis traditional knowledge and his teachings and respect for protocol for oral tradition and storytelling we did not record any of the Elder sessions.

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    Coming from a country where learning about the regional indigenous people (this included language, history and culture) as a mandatory element in schools until Grade 9 I feel so ill equipped in Canada. The citizenship test and book to study had so little about indigenous culture and was very Euro-centric. What is a good resource to really understand the pre-invasion (before Europeans came) history and culture?

    Louis asked almost 2 years ago

    There are a lot of recordings and some great information under the ‘Resources’ tab.

    https://insite.albertahealthservices.ca/ihp/Page9219.aspx

    There is an interesting talk by Dr. Cindy Blackstock about NIHB funding for children  found here under the bold heading ‘Jordan’s Principle.’

    https://insite.albertahealthservices.ca/ihp/Page16009.aspx#jordan

    Documentary/Reality Series

    APTN ‘First Contact’: https://aptn.ca/firstcontact/

    CBC ‘8th Fire’: https://www.cbc.ca/firsthand/blog/8th-fire-wabs-walk-through-history

    Indigenous Canada – free course (University of Alberta) https://www.coursera.org/learn/indigenous-canada?utm_source=gg&utm_medium=sem&campaignid=13440968592&utm_campaign=12-Indigenous-Canada-Alberta-CA&utm_content=B2C&adgroupid=130160700424&device=c&keyword=indigenous%20canada%20university%20of%20alberta&matchtype=b&network=g&devicemodel=&adpostion=&creativeid=526589477720&hide_mobile_promo&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIm_WF9t6q-AIVMT6tBh3bfQsLEAAYASAAEgIyKvD_BwE

     

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    I am non-Indigenous, but I worry about the loss of Indigenous languages. Are there lots of Indigenous children being taught these precious languages? Once language is lost, it's lost! So sad!

    Dawn F asked almost 2 years ago

    Lost of Indigenous language amongst younger Indigenous generations is of concern. Over the more recent years, there have been increasing opportunities for Indigenous Language revitalization utilizing a number of communication platforms.  Since there are many Indigenous languages and dialects it's challenging to have a "one stop shop" approach when seeking to address this concern.  We most certainly agree the importance of language is vital and something that continues to need to be supported and advocated for.

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    I would love to try smudging. Are there opportunies around edmonton I can go too?

    Angela Rankin asked almost 2 years ago

    Hi Angela,

    There are a variety of options available in regards to smudging.  I would recommend you reach out to one of our cultural helpers at the Royal Alex, Stollery or Indigenous Wellness Clinic to learn more.  To reach them you can email indigenouswellnesscore@ahs.ca .  

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    Hi, I'm wondering if any events will be happening on June 14th? We have a team retreat that day, and would love to be able to incorporate an indigenous learning activity if there was something on the schedule. Thank you.

    Sara asked almost 2 years ago

    Hi Sara,

    Thank you for your question.  On June 14th we do have two sessions planned:

    • 12:00 -1:00pm 1-800 Indigenous Support Line
    • 1:00 - 2:00pm will be a community presentation from the Stardale group.  


    You can view all the events for the month by visiting our online calendar here. This site will be updated with zoom links and recordings as the month progresses. 

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    Will the sessions be recorded so we review in case we miss a session?

    Tracy@AHS asked almost 2 years ago

    Hi Tracy - and thank you for your question.  

    We will be recording and posting the presentations where we have permission to do so. Keep watching this Together4Health pages as we will be updating it regularly throughout the month.

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    Hi there, I stumbled across you page while creating a resource list for staff. I am connected to a large children's mental health agency in Toronto. Are your Zoom sessions free to attend? If so, would I be able to share this information with staff?

    Elaine Dickens asked almost 2 years ago

    Hello - and thank you for reaching out.  All of our sessions are free and open to the public.  Please feel free to share.