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Iskotew iskwew by Francine Merasty
Swift Fox all along by Rebecca Thomas
Crazy Horse's girlfriend by Erika T. Wurth
Why Indigenous literatures matter by Daniel Heath Justice, (1975-)
The Prairie Chicken dance tour by Dawn Dumont, (1978-)
Moonshot
First Nations
Walking the medicine wheel by David R. Kopacz
Dakwäkãda warriors by Cole Pauls
Stand like a cedar by Nicola I. Campbell
Meet your family = by David Bouchard, (1952-)
The barren grounds by David Robertson, (1977-)
A good day to die
Rumble fish
Loving me by Debby Slier
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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 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

First Nation Public Library Week

October 1-4 is First Nation Public Library Week! FNPLW was introduced by First Nation librarians to raise awareness for public library services offered on Indigenous lands, and at county and municipal libraries. Take this opportunity to reserve these recent titles featuring diverse Indigenous voices. 

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Indigenous Heritage

Honouring Indigenous Veterans Day

November 8 is Indigenous Veterans Day. Indigenous Peoples have worked within and alongside Canadian forces for over two hundred years. Today, we recognize the immeasurable contributions of past and present Indigenous service members to safeguarding Canada and populations worldwide. Check out this book list to learn more. 

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Indigenous Heritage

Celebrate Inuit Day

Inuit Day, or International Circumpolar Inuit Day, is celebrated on November 7 of each year. This day commemorates the current and historical cultural contributions of the world’s Inuit communities. Celebrate and learn about the Inuit and amplify their voices with these selections!

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