Indigenous History Month 2026
June 3, 2026
National Indigenous History Month in Canada is a time to honour and celebrate the cultures, traditions and histories of Indigenous Peoples.
The history of Indigenous Peoples in Canada is rich and deep. In Saskatchewan, we live on Treaty territories and within the homeland of the Métis, where Indigenous perspectives and lived experience continue to shape our communities.
National Indigenous History Month also invites reflection. It calls on us to acknowledge the ongoing impacts of colonization and to consider how each of us can contribute to meaningful reconciliation in our workplaces, communities, and daily lives.
How to get involved
We encourage everyone to explore events being held across the province this month and deepen your understanding of Indigenous histories, cultures, and our shared past.
Here are some events happening this June:
- Word Splash 2026: Presented by the Saskatchewan Ânskohk Writers’ Circle Inc. at the Amphitheater at River Landing on June 11, 2026, at 7:00 PM. (Ânskohk Indigenous Literature Festival – SAWCI | Facebook)
- Ācimowin Film Festival: Running at the Roxy Theater starting June 3, 2026, at 7:00 PM, this is Saskatchewan’s premier Indigenous film festival showcasing a curated selection of Indigenous films. (Ācimowin Film Festival | Saskatoon SK | Facebook)
- Rock Your Roots Walk for Reconciliation: Held on Friday, June 19, 2026, starting at 10:30 AM at Victoria Park. (ROCK YOUR ROOTS | Reconciliation Saskatoon)
- Community Screening – Powwow People: A free Saskatchewan premiere at the Remai Modern on June 19, 2026, at 7:00 PM featuring a post-film conversation with director Sky Hopinka. (Community Screening: Powwow People (with Sky Hopinka) – Remai Modern)
- National Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration at Wanuskewin: Hosted at Wanuskewin Heritage Park on Sunday, June 21, 2026, from 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM. (National Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration 2026 – WanuskewinWanuskewin)
- Royal Saskatchewan Museum: Hosting numerous events including and SGI Solstice Speaker Series with Michal Greyeyes, a Mini Powwow Celebration, and more. (Events « Royal Saskatchewan Museum)
- Love Medicine Opening Reception: Taking place at the MacKenzie Art Gallery on June 11, 2026, at 7:00 PM. (Love Medicine -Opening Reception and Performance by ccc – MacKenzie Art Gallery | MacKenzie Art Gallery)
- EDIN National Indigenous Peoples Day: Celebrated outdoors at Victoria Park on Friday, June 19, 2026 (National Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration)
- Yorkton Downtown CultureFest: Celebrating Indigenous Culture & Heritage Night at City Centre Park in Yorkton on June 4, 2026, at 4:30 PM. (Downtown CultureFest « MCoS | Multicultural Council of Saskatchewan)
- Humboldt Partnership Powwow: Hosted at the Elgar Petersen Arena in Humboldt on June 18, 2026, starting at 12:00 PM. (Humboldt Partnership Powwow – City of Humboldt)
- WDM Traditional Powwow: Held at the Western Development Museum in North Battleford on June 19, 2026, starting at 10:00 AM (Traditional Powwow in Honour of National Indigenous Peoples Day – Western Development Museum )
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