Council Proclaims June as National Indigenous History Month

Council has proclaimed June as National Indigenous History Month in the Municipality of Mississippi Mills.

The proclamation was made during the May 21, 2024 Council meeting.

In addition to declaring June as National Indigenous History Month, Council also proclaimed June 21, 2024 as National Indigenous Peoples Day.

The full proclamation is as follows:

WHEREAS The Municipality of Mississippi Mills acknowledges that it is located in the unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabe Nation; and

WHEREAS the Municipality recognizes with gratitude the knowledge and contributions that the Algonquin Peoples bring to Mississippi Mills; and

WHEREAS, the Municaplity also acknowledges it is home to other Indigenous peoples from across Turtle Island. We extend our respect to all First Nations, Inuit, and Métis people for their valuable past and present contributions; and

WHEREAS June commemorates National Indigenous History Month in Canada as an opportunity to learn and acknowledge the rich history, contributions, resiliency and diversity of Indigenous people across the country; and

WHEREAS June 21 is recognized as National Indigenous Peoples Day, which recognizes the diverse cultures, languages, spiritual beliefs, and experiences of Indigenous Peoples, and the County recognizes and celebrates the heritage and ongoing accomplishments of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis people across Turtle Island; and

WHEREAS Indigenous Peoples continue to face racism and discrimination, and we remain committed – as an organization and a community – to striving towards inclusivity and supporting long-term systemic change as we continue on our path of reconciliation; and

WHEREAS the Municipality of Mississippi Mills is committed to building meaningful, mutually beneficial relationships with Indigenous communities based on respect and cultural understanding;

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT, the Corporation of the Municipality of Mississippi Mills proclaims June to be National Indigenous History Month and June 21, 2024, as National Indigenous Peoples Day in Mississippi Mills.