Tommy George Prince was the most decorated Indigenous Veteran in Canadian history. He was awarded both the Military Medal and the Silver Star. WCDSBLearns WCDSB #IndigenousHistoryMonth

Carey Price is a goalie for the Montreal Canadians. He is the recipient of many trophies and has won an Olympic Gold Medal. Carey is proud of his Nuxalk and Southern Carrier First Nation heritage. WCDSBLearns WCDSB #IndigenousHistoryMonth

Buffy Sainte-Marie is a singer, songwriter, instrumentalist, educator, social activist, philanthropist, and visual artist. She specializes in love songs and music with a political and social activist focus. She has won a Golden Globe and Academy Award.WCDSBLearns WCDSB

Pitseolak Ashoona created over 7000 prints and gained national and international respect. Pitseolak was inducted into the Royal Canadian Academy of Arts in 1974 and in 1977, she received the Order of Canada for her contribution to the Arts. WCDSB WCDSBLearns

Richard Wagamese was a journalist and author whose work reflected the legacy of the residential school system and his experiences as a survivor. He is the recipient of many literary awards, and his novel, Indian Horse, was adapted into a movie. WCDSBLearns WCDSB

What little traditional knowledge there is on record about the Beothuk People is due to Shanawdithit, the last remaining Beothuk. She recorded her knowledge, her culture, and her language. She died of tuberculosis in 1829. WCDSB WCDSBLearns

Duncan McCue is the of the CBC Radio One program Cross Country Checkup. His news and current affair pieces have been featured on The National. WCDSB WCDSBLearns

Today is National Indigenous Peoples Day. Today, people from all over Canada are celebrating the rich cultural heritage of Indigenous Peoples. Let's all honor the diverse traditions, resilience, and contributions of our Indigenous communities. WCDSB WCDSBLearns

Christie Belcourt is a Metis visual artist with a deep respect for the land and the cultural traditions and knowledge of her people. Her stained glass window commemorates the survivors of residential schools in the Center Block of Parliament. WCDSB WCDSBLearns

Normal Morrisseau is the creator of the Woodland School of Art and a member of the Indigenous Group of Seven. Morrisseau's work features bright colors and portrays traditional stories, spiritual themes, and political messages. WCDSB WCDSBLearns

Autumn Peltier was just 8 years old when she began advocating for the universal right to clean water. Many Indigenous communities across Canada do not have clean water. She has been nominated for the Internatiol Children's Peace Prize. WCDSB WCDSBLearns

Wab Kinew is a politician, musician, writer, and broadcaster. He is a prominent voice for equality and Reconciliation through his influence in both the arts and political sphere.WCDSB WCDSBLearns

Gaylord Powless was a Mohawk lacrosse player from the Six Nations. Gaylord had to withstand much racism. He tried to overcome the abuse by being the best player and highest scoring athlete he could be. WCDSB WCDSBLearns

Ryan McMahon is a comedian, writer, media maker and community activator from Winnipeg. His comedy explores the relationship between Indigenous and the mainstream. WCDSB WCDSBLearns

Waneek Horn-Miller is an athlete, activist, and broadcaster. She was co-captain of Canada's women's water pool team. When Waneek was 14, she was stabbed during the Oka Crisis. She demonstrates resilience and perseverance. WCDSB WCDSBLearns

Ethan Bear is a Cree professional hockey defenceman for the Vancouver Canucks. He has stood up against racism from fans, which has motivated him to work harder. He gives back by running youth hockey camps. WCDSB WCDSBLearns

Rinelle Harper was 16 when she was viciously assaulted and left to die by the Assiniboine River in 2014. Five months after the attack, she called for an inquiry into Canada's missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls in front of the Assembly of First Nations. WCDSB

Thank you, St. Luke students for honoring the victims and survivors of Canada's residential school system by wearing your Orange Shirts. WCDSB #OrangeShirtDay #wcdsbawesome

Today is the 239th anniversary of the signing of the Haldimand Treaty. The proclamation granted Six Nations the land, "six miles deep from each side of the River beginning at Lake Erie and extending to the head of the river, which they are to enjoy forever." WCDSB

Chad Solomon brings Indigenous stories to St. Brigid students with Rabbit and Bear Paws. WCDSB WCDSBLearns