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June 21, 2024 Ottawa, Ontario The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on National Indigenous Peoples Day: \u201cToday, on\u00a0National Indigenous Peoples Day, we celebrate the rich histories, heritage, and resilience of First Nations, Inuit, and M\u00e9tis across Canada. Celebrated on the first day of summer, this day is of great significance for Indigenous Peoples. It\u2019s a day to celebrate the mosaic of traditions, languages, and cultures that have shaped and continue to shape Canada. Many Indigenous communities will hold ceremonies with cultural celebrations, vibrant displays of art, and traditional storytelling. \u201cDespite past attempts by Canada to erase Indigenous cultures, traditions, and languages, Indigenous Peoples persevered. Today, we celebrate their achievements, their courage, and their unwavering resilience. \u201cI spent the day in We\u2019koqma\u2019q, Nova Scotia, where we announced… <\/p>\n

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June 21, 2024 Ottawa, Ontario The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on National Indigenous Peoples Day: \u201cToday, on\u00a0National Indigenous Peoples Day, we celebrate the rich histories, heritage, and resilience of First Nations, Inuit, and M\u00e9tis across Canada. Celebrated on the first day of summer, this day is of great significance for Indigenous Peoples. It\u2019s a day to celebrate the mosaic of traditions, languages, and cultures that have shaped and continue to shape Canada. Many Indigenous communities will hold ceremonies with cultural celebrations, vibrant displays of art, and traditional storytelling. \u201cDespite past attempts by Canada to erase Indigenous cultures, traditions, and languages, Indigenous Peoples persevered. Today, we celebrate their achievements, their courage, and their unwavering resilience. \u201cI spent the day in We\u2019koqma\u2019q, Nova Scotia, where we announced... <\/p>\n

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