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Black bear, red fox by Julie Flett,
Seven fallen feathers by Tanya Talaga
Walking the medicine wheel by David R. Kopacz
Secret path by Gordon Downie, (1964-)
Motorcycles and sweetgrass by Drew Hayden Taylor, (1962-)
Wawahte by Robert P. Wells
The only good Indians by Stephen Graham Jones, (1972-)
The Prairie Chicken dance tour by Dawn Dumont, (1978-)
Moonshot
My name is not easy by Debby Dahl Edwardson
Go show the world by Wab Kinew, (1981-)
Ukalikkuk kallaglu aujakkut aullaaqtuuk by Neil Christopher, (1972-)
We sang you home by Richard Van Camp, (1971-)
The barren grounds by David Robertson, (1977-)
Dakwäkãda warriors by Cole Pauls
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Indigenous Heritage

Explore the Outdoors with Our New Nature Discovery Backpacks!

Join us for the launch of our Nature Discovery Backpacks, in partnership with Watersheds Canada. To celebrate, Watersheds Canada will be on site offering engaging demonstrations and nature-themed activities. Each backpack is packed with tools for hands-on exploration—from field guides and collection jars to water quality test kits and a park pass to a Rideau Valley Conservation Authority site or Rock Dunder. 

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Indigenous Voices at Digital Kingston

Indigenous Voices at Digital Kingston

Listen to oral histories that describe the history of the Kataroh:kwi region as told by its Indigenous people at Digital Kingston.

Indigenous Resources & Services

Indigenous Resources & Services

Explore Indigenous resources located through the KFPL website, and find links a variety of local and national Indigenous organizations.

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Indigenous Heritage

National Indigenous History Month Reads

June is National Indigenous History Month, an opportunity to learn about the unique cultures, traditions and experiences of First Nations, Inuit and Métis. Explore our curated selection of books to deepen your understanding and appreciation of Indigenous histories, voices and perspectives.

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Indigenous Heritage

Explore Indigenous health and wellness with Dr. Karen Lawford

Join KFPL and Dr. Karen Lawford for a timely, engaging online discussion on Indigenous health and wellness. Sponsored by the Friends of the Kingston Frontenac Public Library!

Dr. Lawford is an Aboriginal midwife (Namegosibiing, Lac Seul First Nation, Treaty 3), a registered midwife (Ontario), and assistant professor in Gender Studies at Queen's University with an additional specialty in Indigenous maternity care. In this talk, she will discuss her research on gender-inclusive Indigenous experiences within the healthcare system. October 15 at 3 p.m., ages 13+, registration required.

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Indigenous Heritage

Indigenous Canada: Course Discussion

Indigenous Canada is a free, self-paced course led by Indigenous educators. Join KFPL each Wednesday from June 23 to September 8 for discussions on each week’s lesson. The purpose of this program is to provide a thorough knowledge of Indigenous historical experiences, current issues and cultural awareness for the general population. KFPL registration is limited to twenty participants. Enroll in course here and sign up for discussion here.

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