City of Toronto to mark National Indigenous Peoples Day with annual Sunrise Ceremony

TORONTO, Tuesday, June 20, 2023 – This Wednesday morning, the City of Toronto will host the annual Sunrise Ceremony to mark National Indigenous Peoples Day, which celebrates the unique heritage, diversity and valued contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples.

Date: Wednesday, June 21

Time: 5:30 a.m.

Location: Nathan Phillips Square, 100 Queen St. W.

The Sunrise Ceremony honours Indigenous traditions and culture, providing an opportunity to come together to give thanks for all creation and Mino Baamodziwin (The Good Life). Elder Garry Sault from the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation will lead the ceremony, with the sacred fire managed by Fire Keeper Geoff Daybutch. The ceremony will also feature teachings by Grandmother Kim Wheatley.

Deputy Mayor Jennifer McKelvie (Scarborough-Rouge Park) will proclaim National Indigenous Peoples Day. Attendees will then be invited to join in an Indigenous feast. All are welcome to attend this free event.

More information about National Indigenous Peoples Day and sunrise ceremonies is available on the City’s Indigenous Events webpage.

SOURCE City of Toronto

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