It also bears special markings of four pearls which symbolize the four effigies that have been on Canadian coins. On the backside of the new coin is the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II. We encourage everyone to attend a celebration to learn more about Indigenous Peoples’ histories, languages and traditions.” “As the summer solstice and longest day of the year, June 21st takes on special significance as a celebration of Indigenous culture and heritage. “We honour those who have lived on this land for untold generations and will do so for generations to come.” “On this National Indigenous Peoples Day, we recognize and celebrate the diversity, strength and leadership of Indigenous Peoples,” they said in a joint statement. On the morning of June 21st, BC’s Premier, David Eby and Murray Rankin, the Minister of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation spoke to the significance of the day within British Columbia. In Victoria, an event was put on at Royal Roads University in conjunction with the Esquimalt and Songhees First Nations as well as the CRD, Uvic, Camosun and many other partners. It is a day in which people from across the country are encouraged to celebrate Indigenous cultures and learn more about their local First Nations. Since that time the day has changed names a few times until the current rendition was established in 2017.
National Aboriginal Day, now National Indigenous Peoples Day, was first established in 1996 by former governor general, Roméo LeBlanc.
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