Proclamation – National Indigenous History Month & National Indigenous Peoples Day, June 2023

“Whereas Northumberland County acknowledges that it is located on the shared treaty and traditional territories of the Michi Saagiig (Mississuaga Anishinaabeg) and the Williams Treaties First Nations and is home to Indigenous Peoples from across the region and Canada; and

Whereas June commemorates National Indigenous History Month in Canada as an opportunity to learn and acknowledge the rich history and contributions, and resiliency and diversity of Indigenous people across the country; and

Whereas June 21 is recognized as National Indigenous Peoples Day, which recognizes the diverse cultures, languages, spiritual beliefs, and experiences of Indigenous Peoples, and the County recognizes and celebrates the heritage and ongoing accomplishments of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis people across Turtle Island; and

Whereas Indigenous Peoples continue to face racism and discrimination, and we remain committed – as an organization and a community – to striving towards inclusivity and supporting long-term systemic change as we continue on our path of reconciliation; and 

Whereas Northumberland County is committed to building meaningful, mutually beneficial relationships with Indigenous communities based on respect and cultural understanding;

Now Therefore Be It Resolved That I, Deputy Warden Brian Ostrander, on behalf of Northumberland County Council, do hereby proclaim June to be National Indigenous History Month and the date of June 21, 2023, as National Indigenous Peoples Day in Northumberland County.”