EDMONTON CITY CENTRE MALL | UNCEDED: VOICES OF THE LAND
UNCEDED is a multimedia experience exploring Indigenous architecture, creation, joy and resilience. There’s so much packed in the space behind the JCat mural on the first floor of the Downtown Mall, we simply had to write about this limited-time experience. Read about UNCEDED.
WHEN: Every weekend until June 21, 11 AM – 5 PM
LOCATION: 10200 102 Avenue
COST: $25 and under. Get 30% off with code NIHM30
EDMONTON CITY CENTRE MALL | WEEKEND POP-UP MARKET
Meet local Indigenous artists at IAM Collective’s Weekend Pop Up Market. Each vendor provides authentic, hand-crafted products that showcase Indigenous culture, talents and history. Visit for a chance to learn more about Indigenous art and pick up some unique gifts!
WHEN: Every weekend until June 21, 11 AM – 5 PM
LOCATION: 10025 102A Avenue
COST: FREE
STANLEY MILNER LIBRARY | VISIT KOKUM LORETTE GOULET
Join Kokum Lorette Goulet, Stanley Milner Library’s Elder in Residence, for an evening of learning about Indigenous culture, protocol and processes. People of all backgrounds are welcome! And don’t worry if you miss this one—Kokum Lorette hosts biweekly programs throughout the year.
WHEN: June 12, 5 PM – 7 PM
LOCATION: 7 Sir Winston Churchill Square
COST: FREE
STANLEY MILNER LIBRARY | TEA WITH MÉTIS CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICES
Looking for something crafty? Join the Métis Child and Family Services Society at the teepee to try your hand at Métis crafts and learn more about the Society’s important work in the community.
WHEN: Every Wednesday and Thursday in June, 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
LOCATION: 7 Sir Winston Churchill Square
COST: FREE
ROYAL ALBERTA MUSEUM | ORCAS: OUR SHARED FUTURE – MEET AND LEARN + FILM SCREENING
Want to dive deeper into the relationship between Orcas and Indigenous peoples? Meet David Dick from QENTOL, YEN / W̱SÁNEĆ Marine Guardians Program to learn about the W̱SÁNEĆ people’s cultural relationship with the Orca, how they’re monitoring orcas and why their work is important. Afterward, catch the screening of Shared Waters, Shared Crisis and learn more about David Dick’s work featured in the film.
WHEN: June 19, 10 AM – 3PM | 6 PM – 7 PM
LOCATION: 9810 103a Avenue NW
COST: FREE with admission (Meet and Learn) | $21 including admission (Film Screening)
CITY ROOM, CITY HALL | STAR TEACHINGS WITH GEORGE DESJARLAIS
Step inside the incredible Star Dome and join George Desjarlais from Frog Lake First Nation as he shares his Star Teachings. You’ll hear traditional stories and teachings from a nehiyaw perspective, all while learning about their profound connection to the night sky.
WHEN: June 19, 2 PM – 5 PM
LOCATION: 1 Sir Winston Churchill Square
COST: FREE (Limited seating)
ART GALLERY OF ALBERTA | TWO SOFT THINGS, TWO HARD THINGS FILM SCREENING
Head to the Art Gallery of Alberta to catch this compelling documentary about the history of queer identity among the Inuit. This film delves into Inuit culture, colonization, loss of cultural identity and 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusion. A must-see for this month!
WHEN: June 19, 7 PM – 8:30 PM
LOCATION: 2 Sir Winston Churchill Square
COST: $5
STANLEY MILNER LIBRARY | MICHIF LANGUAGE WITH DAN CARDINAL
Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity! Come learn the rich history of Michif, the language spoken by the Métis people, from expert Dan Cardinal. Discover its French and Cree origins, and its importance, past and present, all within an authentic teepee.
WHEN: June 19 + 26, 10 AM – 12 PM
LOCATION: 7 Sir Winston Churchill Square
COST: FREE
STANLEY MILNER LIBRARY | PÎYÊSÎW WÂSKÂHIKAN OPEN HOUSE AND COMMUNITY TEA
Curious about what services Stanley Milner Library has for Indigenous peoples? Stop by PÎYÊSÎW WÂSKÂHIKAN to learn about the Edmonton Public Library’s Indigenous Services and Elders in Residence program. This is also a great opportunity to see the stunning art and construction of PÎYÊSÎW WÂSKÂHIKAN up close, and learn more about what the space has to offer.
WHEN: June 20, 2 PM – 4 PM
LOCATION: 7 Sir Winston Churchill Square
COST: FREE
CHURCHILL SQUARE | THE WORKS ART & DESIGN FESTIVAL
The Works is kicking off their Art & Design Festival with a celebration for National Indigenous Peoples’ Day! Come on down to see fantastic performances by artists such as Naomi McIlwraith, Bobbi-Jo Starr, Zachary Moostoos-Willier, and more! The theme for the festival this year is “Ground Works”, which means everything is centered around connection to the land.
WHEN: June 21, 11 AM – 11 PM
LOCATION: 10205 102A Avenue NW
COST: FREE
ART GALLERY OF ALBERTA | NATIONAL INDIGENOUS PEOPLES’ DAY
Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples’ Day with an afternoon of guided tours, performance and crafts at the Art Gallery of Alberta. You can learn about ribbon skirts with artist Veronica McRae before trying your hand at creating a ribbon skirt lapel pin, then join a tour of the all-new Reciprocity Garden to learn its origins and the Cree names for the flora and fauna.
WHEN: June 21, 12 PM – 5 PM
LOCATION: 2 Sir Winston Churchill Square
COST: FREE with donation
THE BACKYARD | INDIGENOUS PEOPLES’ DAY CONCERT
Featuring Michelle Joly and YNG Bear, GEN7Path is bringing you an afternoon of music, movement and meaning. Enjoy live music, storytelling and dancing that honours the resilience and beauty of Indigenous peoples. Everyone is welcome to share in the celebration and healing.
WHEN: June 21, 12 PM – 2 PM
LOCATION: 10004 103A Avenue
COST: FREE for Elders | $10 for children | $20 general
CENTENNIAL PLAZA | CommuniTEA VAN
Free tea and an afternoon hanging out with fellow community members? Yes please! The CommuniTEA van is a mobile tea house that travels across Edmonton, and its next stop is Centennial Plaza. Make sure to stop by for this unique experience!
WHEN: June 21, 12 PM – 3 PM
LOCATION: 9924 101A Avenue
COST: FREE