2nd annual Powwow was held June 4th at I.E.Weldon Secondary School! Chi Miigwech to Elder Dave Rice, Knowledge Holder Larry O’Conner and the people in blue that keep us safe!

Summer solstice/Litha marks the astronomical first day of summer when one of Earth's poles has its max tilt toward the Sun. In the N. hemisphere, it results in the longest day of the year. Indigenous peoples, Wiccans, & Pagans have celebrated the solstice for thousands of years.

Gdi nuhwendimin “we are all related” TRC Bobcaygeon, Chief Knott and grade 8’s (who helped plant) from BPS formally opened the new garden at the Bobcaygeon beach park yesterday. Elder Mary Taylor tasked Collin the important handing out of the Heart Berry.

Official opening of the Bobcaygeon Beach Garden day! Bobcaygeon Public School grade 8’s enjoyed singing it out with those in attendance.

Today, on National Indigenous Peoples Day, schools across TLDSB are celebrating the rich and vibrant cultures of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples. We can’t wait to see your stories. Share them with us by tagging TLDSB_FNIM #NIPD2024

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation youtube.com/playlist?list=… via YouTube

Some great videos from CBC Kids for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, also known as Orange Shirt Day!

#TLDSBfamily, join us Monday, Sept. 30, as we honour Indigenous survivors and families of the Residential School experience. Wear orange to recognize the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, also known as #OrangeShirtDay. TLDSB_FNIM

Our flags are at half-mast today for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. We invite you, through reflection or community events, to consider how we as Treaty People can work towards reconciling our past and present, and give hope for a better future. #NDTR TLDSB_FNIM

Today is #OrangeShirtDay, which honours the story of six-year-old Phyllis (Jack) Webstad’s first day at residential school when her new orange shirt, bought by her grandmother, was taken from her. Learn more: orangeshirtday.org/orange-shirt-d… #EveryChildMatters TLDSB_FNIM

Today is #OrangeShirtDay, which honours the story of six-year-old Phyllis (Jack) Webstad’s first day at residential school when her new orange shirt, bought by her grandmother, was taken from her. Learn more: orangeshirtday.org/orange-shirt-d… #EveryChildMatters #TLDSBEquity TLDSB_FNIM

At #TrentU, reconciliation is an ongoing journey. Today, we mark National Day for Truth and Reconciliation by reflecting on our shared history and engaging in actions that support healing and understanding. #OrangeShirtDay #EveryChildMatters #NDTR ow.ly/5Llm50TwbEK

What does #OrangeShirtDay mean to you? Here's the APTN News team in Winnipeg wearing their orange shirts on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Send us a photo of how you honoured the day - email your pictures to [email protected]

Oct. 4 is the National Day of Action for Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and 2SLGBTQ+ People (MMIWG2S). We honour the lives and legacies of the victims and survivors, the women, girls, and 2SLGBTQ+ loved ones impacted by this tragic and ongoing violence. TLDSB_FNIM

Kinder Ss Muskoka Falls PS using binoculars to look at the species in the wetlands on #TakeMeOutsideDay #TLDSBTakeMeOutside TLDSB TLDSB_EY TLDSB_FNIM

November is #IndigenousEducationMonth, a time to learn more about Indigenous perspectives, histories, and contemporary realities. TLDSB encourages you to learn with your local Indigenous community. TLDSB_FNIM

The first week of November is #TreatiesRecognitionWeek, which honours the importance of treaties and helps us all learn more about treaty rights and relationships. By educating ourselves, we can create greater understanding and nurture these relationships. TLDSB_FNIM

Murray Sinclair, member of Peguis First Nation, who served as chief commissioner of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada, has died. cbc.ca/news/politics/…

It's Rock Your Mocs Week, which encourages students and staff to wear ​their own moccasins in celebration of Indigenous pride and the individuality of each Nation. Learn more, rock ‘em with pride, and share photos tagged with #RockYourMocs! TLDSB_FNIM