Honouring Indigenous history in Mississauga in June

The City of Mississauga invites residents and visitors to participate in a variety of activities and events designed to promote learning, appreciation and engagement with Indigenous cultures and communities.

Programming includes:

• “Spirit Seeds” a powerful exhibition curated by Naomi Smith, that explores Indigenous beadwork showcasing traditional and contemporary designs from the Woodlands and Great Lakes Regions.
• Book clubs and author talks focused on Indigenous authors including award-winning author Brian Thomas Isaac.
• National Indigenous Peoples Day 2025 a celebration with live entertainment, artisan markets, cultural displays and a headline performance by Tanya Tagaq, acclaimed Inuit throat singer.
• Lighting the Clock Tower at City Hall black, yellow, red and white.

These activities are part of the City’s commitment to reconciliation, cultural awareness and fostering a more inclusive community by recognizing and celebrating Indigenous voices and traditions.

Additional information and resources:

• Haudenosaunee Confederacy
• Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation
• Six Nations First Nation
• Nation Huron-Wendat
• National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation
• Government of Canada

The City of Mississauga is located on lands which were occupied by numerous Indigenous nations since time immemorial. Settlement and the eventual growth of the City was made possible with the signing of Treaties over 200 years ago.

For more information about programming and Mississauga’s offerings, visit the webpage.

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• Events and Exhibitions
• Indigenous Relations