National Aboriginal History Month Toronto Events

The Native Canadian Centre of Toronto has complied this listing of events and is not responsible for any time changes etc that may occur. Please contact the organizer of the event for the most up to date info. If you would like your event on this listing please contact bonnie.matthews@ncct.on.ca.

Sat Jun 01, 2013 | 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Aboriginal Month Opening Celebration

Spadina Road Library - 10 Spadina Road, Toronto, ON M5R 2S7 416-393-7666

Stories, music, dance, and more. Presented by the Native Canadian Centre of Toronto. Tue Jun 04, 2013 | 7:00 pm 8:15 pm The eh List Author Series: Thomas King - The Inconvenient Indian

North York Central Library 5120 Yonge Street, Toronto, M2N 5N9 416-395-5535
Activist, humorist, novelist and critic Thomas King presents North America with a cutting restatement of history from the point of view of the First Nations of 'Turtle Island'. The indictments are numerous and outlined in King's darkly humorous style: King cuts deep & right to the bone, but he does it with his usual aplomb and wit. Join Thomas King for a kick-off of our Aboriginal Celebration. Tue Jun 04, 2013 | 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Rabbit and Bear Paws: The Way

York Woods Library - 1785 Finch Ave. West, Toronto, M3N 1M6 416-395-5980
In this new interactive puppet theater called Rabbit and Bear Paws: The Way, Chad Solomon retells the Anishinabe Creation teaching of Nanabazhoo and the Animals. Tue Jun 04, 2013 | 5:30 pm Outside Looking In

Winter Garden Theatre 189 Yonge St Toronto, ON

VIP guests will enjoy a special reception where you will have the opportunity to win prizes, enter raffle draws, partake in our silent auction, indulge in a light dinner with dessert, as well as receive a thank you gift bag from Outside Looking In and Sponsors. If you have any questions regarding OLI events, please e-mail Arielle at eventplanner@olishow.com or call her at: 647 350 5450 ext.4. Wed Jun 05, 2013 | 7:00 pm 8:15 pm The eh List Author Series: Thomas King - The Inconvenient Indian

Toronto Reference Library - 789 Yonge Street, Toronto, M4W 2G8 416-395-5577
Activist, humorist, novelist and critic Thomas King presents North America with a cutting restatement of history from the point of view of the First Nations of 'Turtle Island'. The indictments are numerous and outlined in King's darkly humorous style:

King cuts deep & right to the bone but he does it with his usual aplomb and wit. Join Thomas King for a kick-off of our Aboriginal Celebration. Thurs Jun 06, 2013 | 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Wisdom Box

High Park Library - 228 Roncesvalles Ave., Toronto, ON M6R 2L7 416-393-7671
Cheryle Jacobs from the Native Canadian Centre unpacks the Wisdom Box. We learn about First Nations life and culture through objects that honour Native traditions and history. All ages. Thurs Jun 06, 2013 | 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Inuit Art

North York Central Library - 5120 Yonge Street, Toronto, M2N 5N9 416-395-5535
Alyssa Procida, Curator of the Museum of Inuit Art, Toronto, gives an overview of beautiful Inuit art, outstanding artists and Inuit lifestyle. Please register for this free program by calling (416) 395-5639. Thurs Jun 06, 2013 | 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Celebrating Aboriginal Heritage Month - Vanishing Point

Downsview Library - 2793 Keele Street, Toronto, ON M3M 2G3 416-395-5720

This feature documentary tells the story of 2 Inuit communities of the circumpolar north - one on Canada's Baffin Island, the other in Northwest Greenland - that are linked by a migration led by an intrepid shaman. Navarana, an Inughuit elder and descendant of the shaman, draws inspiration and hope from the ties that still bind the 2 communities to face the consequences of rapid social and environmental change (82 minutes). Avi, the daughter of Navarana will be present for a Q&A session! For more information about the film, visit http://www.nfb.ca/film/vanishing_point Please register by calling 416-395-5720, e-mail doprograms@torontopubliclibrary.ca or visit the branch. Thu Jun 06, 2013 | 11:00 am 1:00 pm National Aboriginal Month Festivities for the Toronto Police Services

Central Tech School - 725 Bathurst St. Toronto

For more info please contact Kimberly Turner at Kim.Turner@torontopolice.on.ca Fri Jun 07, 2013 | 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm ROM Friday Night LIVE - Indigenous Arts

Royal Ontario Museum - 100 Queens Park, Toronto, 416.586.8000

Celebrate Aboriginal History Month with DJ Bear Witness from A Tribe Called Red, Craig James Laur and Duke Redbird. See fashion by designers Charm Logan and Sage Paul, experience visual/installation art by Amanda Strong and learn how to make a canoe (by hand). In partnership with the Association for Native Development in the Performing and Visual Arts (ANDPVA). Buy tickets here - http://www.rom.on.ca/en/activitiesprograms/events-calendar/rom-friday-night-live-indigenous-arts or at the door.

Fri Jun 07, 2013 | 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Rabbit and Bear Paws: Council of the Animals

Spadina Road Library - 10 Spadina Road, Toronto, ON M5R 2S7 416-393-7666

Join Chad Solomon as he uses his extraordinary puppets to tell the story of the "Council of the Animals." Find out how faithful Dog saves the day in this funny and touching Sat Jun 08, 2013 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm "We Were Children" - a National Film Board of Canada film

Annette Street Library - 145 Annette Street, Toronto, ON M6P 1P3 416-393-7692
Annette Street Library presents a NFB film: "We Were Children" - This documentary tells the true story of two children, taken from their homes at ages 4 and 6 to live in residential schools. This film gives voice to two children trapped in a system that would impact their lives forever. Screening followed by a moderated discussion. Tue Jun 11, 2013 | 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm "We Were Children" - a National Film Board of Canada film

Annette Street Library - 145 Annette Street, Toronto, ON M6P 1P3 416-393-7692
Annette Street Library presents a NFB film: "We Were Children" - This documentary tells the true story of two children, taken from their homes at ages 4 and 6 to live in residential schools. This film gives voice to two children trapped in a system that would impact their lives forever. Screening followed by a moderated discussion. Tue Jun 11, 2013 | 2:00 pm 3:00 pm Aboriginal Celebration Performance and Discussion

Toronto Reference Library - 789 Yonge Street, Toronto, M4W 2G8 416-395-5577
Join us in celebrating Canadian Aboriginal culture with a discussion and a performance of song, dance and drum. Presented by the Native Canadian Centre of Toronto. Wed Jun 12, 2013 | 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Wisdom Box

Jane & Sheppard Library - 1906 Sheppard Ave West, Toronto, M3L 1Y7 416-395-5966
Cheryle Jacobs from the Native Canadian Centre unpacks the Wisdom Box. We learn about First Nations life and culture through objects that honour Native traditions and history. All ages. Thurs Jun 13, 2013 | 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Wisdom Box

Gerrard/Ashdale Library - 1432 Gerrard Street East, Toronto, M4L 1Z6 416-393-7717
Cheryle Jacobs from the Native Canadian Centre unpacks the Wisdom Box. We learn about First Nations life and culture through objects that honour Native traditions and history. All ages.

Sat Jun 15, 2013 | 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Wisdom Box

Kennedy/Eglinton Library - 2380 Eglinton Ave. East, Toronto 416-396-8924

Cheryle Jacobs from the Native Canadian Centre unpacks the Wisdom Box. We learn about First Nations life and culture through objects that honour Native traditions and history. All ages. Mon Jun 17, 2013 | 11:00 am - 3:00 pm Toronto Aboriginal City Celebration

Nathan Phillips Square - 100 Queen Street West Toronto, ON

Featuring Aboriginal arts and crafts, information on urban Aboriginal organizations, and traditional drummers and dancers. For more information call Mae Maracle at (416)3925583. Mon Jun 17, 2013 | 6:15 pm - 8:30 pm
See the Film: Meet the Maker - Alanis Obomsawin: People of Kattawapiskak River

North York Central Library - 5120 Yonge Street, Toronto, M2N 5N9 416-395-5535
A lot has been said about Attawapiskat these last couple of years; the third-world conditions of the reserve have caused a lot of people to enter the dialogue. Alanis Obomsawin's film provides much needed perspectives on the situation among Canada's First Nations communities. Obomsawin brings us the voices of the people of Kattawapiskak River themselves and raises the curtain on the everyday drama of life in the north. Join the film maker for a screening of her latest film and a discussion of the current state of affairs in Canada's north. Limited seating. Please register by calling 416-395-5660. Tue Jun 18, 2013 | 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm Wisdom Box

Annette Street Library - 145 Annette Street, Toronto, ON M6P 1P3 416-393-7692
Cheryle Jacobs from the Native Canadian Centre unpacks the Wisdom Box. We learn about First Nations life and culture through objects that honour Native traditions and history. All ages. Tue Jun 18, 2013 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Aboriginal Day Event @ CAMH

CAMH - 1001 Queen St W Toronto, ON

Free vendor tables for Aboriginal Crafts people and artists email: alison.benedict@camh.ca or phone 416.535.8501 ext 30338 Wed Jun 19, 2013 | 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm The eh List Author Series: James Bartleman - The Redemption of Oscar Wolf

Northern District Library - 40 Orchard View Blvd., Toronto, ON M4R 1B9 416-393-7610
At the age of 13, Oscar Wolf makes a decision that will haunt him forever. This saga of mid-20th-century Native life resonates with unforgettable characters. Join us for the launch of this exciting novel by an award-winning author.

Wed Jun 19, 2013 | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm James Bartleman Book Launch

Spadina Road Library - 10 Spadina Road, Toronto, ON M5R 2S7 416-393-7666

Bestselling author and former Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, James Bartleman, will be at the Spadina Road Branch to launch his latest novel "The Redemption of Oscar Wolf." Thurs Jun 20, 2013 | Grand Entry 12:00 pm First Nations School Pow Wow

First Nations School - 935 Dundas St E, Toronto

Open to the community and other schools. For more information please call (416) 3930555. Thurs Jun 20, 2013 | 7:30 pm 10:00 pm Indigenous Arts Festival @ Fort York

Fort York - 100 Garrison Rd, Toronto, ON M5V 3K9 (416) 392-6907
Mississauga Portraits book launch, Kaha:wi Dance sunset performance. For more info check out www.toronto.ca/museum-events Fri Jun 21, 2013 | 5:30 am 7:00 am Sunrise Ceremony at City Hall

Toronto City Hall - 100 Queen St W, Toronto, ON 416 392-5583

Fri Jun 21, 2013 | 12:00 pm 2:00 pm Dodem Kanonhsa BBQ & Celebration

David A. Balfour Park 75 Rosehill Ave, Toronto

For more info please contact Amy at 416-952-9272 www.dodemkanonhsa.ca Fri Jun 21 & 22, 2013 | 12:00 pm 10:00 pm Indigenous Arts Festival @ Fort York

Fort York - 100 Garrison Rd, Toronto, ON M5V 3K9 (416) 392-6907
Mississaugas of the New Credit storytellers & dancers, Centre for Indigenous Theatre, Mtis Fiddler Quartet, Morningstar River, Kaha:wi Dance sunset performance. For more info check out www.toronto.ca/museum-events Sat Jun 22, 2013 | Grand Entry 12:00 pm Na-me-res Annual Traditional Pow Wow

Well's Hill Park (one block east of Bathurst and St. Clair West Subway Station)
The Grand Entry starts at 12:00 noon, festivities continue through the day until 6:00 p.m. Our activities include: Traditional Drummers, Traditional Dancers, Variety of Native Traditional Crafts on display, Red Pepper Spectacle (childrens crafts corner), Foods Sales and Silent Auction, Traditional Feast and Giveway. (416) 651-6750

Sat Jun 22, 2013 | All Day Toronto Zoo - North of Hwy 401 on Meadowvale Road Free Admission to Zoo for all status card holders and interactive presentation by Smoketrail Singers. Mon Jun 24, 2013 | 6:00 pm 8:00 pm Full Moon Ceremony

Native Canadian Centre of Toronto 16 Spadina Rd, Toronto, ON 416-964-9087

This Ceremony was performed by Anishinaabe Women/Grandmothers and is a womens ceremony. This knowledge has been passed down through generations and acknowledges our role as women and the responsibility we have with the water. This ceremony is open to all women of nations and cultures. Please bring your skirt, water and tobacco. For more information contact the Cultural Department 416-964-9087. Wed Jun 26, 2013 | 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm Aboriginal History Month Celebration Event

Yonge & Dundas Square, Toronto, ON

Come and join the Native Canadian Centre of Toronto as we celebrate National Aboriginal History Month at Dundas Square in Toronto. Featuring: Derek Miller Aboriginal Arts & Crafts Marketplace Hip Hop Pow Wow 7FIREZ Mtis Fiddler Quartet Native Fashion Show by NativeTalent.Net And much much more!

If you would like to volunteer for this event please contact Bonnie at Bonnie.Matthews@ncct.on.ca . Wed Jun 26, 2013 | Grand Entry 1:00 pm Southeast Scarborough Pow Wow

astview Public School - 20 Waldock Street Scarborough

Sunrise ceremony at 6:00 am Thurs Jun 27, 2013 | 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Dr. Donald Smith's Mississauga Portraits

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Spadina Road Library - 10 Spadina Road, Toronto, ON M5R 2S7 416-393-7666

Meet Dr. Donald Smith, Professor Emeritus at University of Calgary. Smith's newest book brings to life some of the Mississauga's most important and interesting community leaders from the mid-nineteenth century. Each portrait is based on research drawn from

an extensive collection of writings and recorded speeches by southern Ontario Ojibwe themselves, along with secondary sources.."