National Indigenous Peoples Day
June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day. There are a variety of in-person and virtual events and activities taking place in Richmond to recognize the heritage and strength of Indigenous Peoples.
Short Video - Sea to Sky: Making of a Public Artwork
Online video & article
Link: Sea to Sky: Making of a Public Artwork
Learn about the creation of a new public artwork, Sea to Sky, a five-storey-high glass artwork integrated into the façade of the Paramount development in Richmond’s City Centre, with Musqueam artist Thomas Cannell, in collaboration with Michael Mayer of Franz Mayer of Munich.
Cedar – The Tree of Life – Take Home Activity Kit
Registration opens Wed, Jun 1
Richmond Museum
Learn how cedar is harvested and the many ways it can be used with this take home activity kit. Create your own cedar bracelet using instructional videos led by Musqueam weaver, Vivian Campbell. Limited number of kits available. For more information or to register now. Course ID #163096.
Indigenous Movie Film Screening
Jun 2, 6, 13 and 21, 7:00pm
Richmond Public Library – Brighouse, 100-7700 Minoru Gate
Watch films featuring Indigenous creators both behind and in front of the camera. Check the Richmond Public Library website for movie titles.
Celebrate Indigenous Culture - 55+
Mon, Jun 6, 12:30 to 1:30pm
South Arm Community Centre
Watch a short video showing an Indigenous family connect with their father’s ancestral home in a social and casual atmosphere. Light refreshments included. Register in person at community centres, call 604-276-4300 or 604-238-8060, or register now. Course ID #145637.
National Indigenous Peoples Day Story Time
Mon, Jun 20, 10:30 to 11:00am
Richmond Public Library - Brighouse, 100-7700 Minoru Gate
Bring your family to Richmond Public Library for a fun, story time program to celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day.
Indigenous Movie Screening for Kids
Tue, Jun 21, 3:00 to 4:00pm
Richmond Public Library - Brighouse, 100-7700 Minoru Gate
Join the Richmond Public Library as they screen a series of short movies to honour, appreciate and recognize Indigenous Peoples on National Indigenous Peoples Day. The following movies will be screened: The Mountain of SGaana (10 min), Maq and the Spirit of the Woods (8 min) and Nunavut Animation Lab: Qalupalik (5 min).
StoryWalk: Orca Chief at McLean Park in Hamilton
Tue, Jun 21, 3:30pm
McLean Park, 22500 McLean Avenue
Participate in Richmond Public Library's new permanent StoryWalk® installation at McLean Park. Orca Chief is a traditional northwest coast legend about caring for the sea and its inhabitants, as well as sustainable fishing. Orca Chief, by Roy Henry Vickers and Robert Budd, is the story of four hunters who encounter the Chief of the Killer Whales.
Cedar Weaving Workshop with Rita Kompst
Sat, Jun 25, 10:00am-1:00pm
Richmond Arts Centre, 108-7700 Minoru Gate
Join Musqueam artist Rita Kompst to learn traditional techniques of Coast Salish cedar weaving and, using locally harvested cedar prepared by the artist, create a unique bracelet to take home. The workshop is open to adults and the course fee is $18.70 per participant. Register now. Event ID #162123.