Indigenous Events, Commemorations & Awards

A weekly Indigenous Food Market with talks and performances takes place at Fort York National Historic Site (100 Garrison Rd.) every Wednesday from 3:30 to 7:30 p.m.

The City recognizes and celebrates a number of annual Indigenous events and days of significance throughout the year.

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Learn about National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30 and how you can help advance truth, justice and reconciliation.

Nuit Blanche Through Indigenous Lens

Toronto's all-night contemporary art event returns October 1, curated by Indigenous thought-leader and Canada Research Chair in Indigenous Arts, Collaboration, and Digital Media, Dr. Julie Nagam.

Louis Riel Day

Learn more about the City's commemorations for Louis Riel Day on November 16.

Indigenous Peoples Month

Learn about and celebrate the diversity of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit across Tkaronto and all of Turtle Island.

Indigenous Arts Festival

A free event with traditional and contemporary Indigenous music, dance, artisan and culinary experiences.

National Indigenous Peoples Day

Learn more about National Indigenous Peoples Day, including the Sunrise Ceremony.

Mino Bimaadiziwin Award (Indigenous Award)

Read about the Mino Bimaadiziwin Award (Indigenous Award), one of the Access, Equity and Human Rights Awards.