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Ukalikkuk kallaglu aujakkut aullaaqtuuk by Neil Christopher, (1972-)
When we were alone by David Robertson, (1977-)
Swift Fox all along by Rebecca Thomas
How Chipmunk got his stripes by Joseph Bruchac, (1942-)
Mii maanda ezhi-gkendmaanh by Brittany Luby,
The hoop dancer's teachings by Teddy Anderson
I sang you down from the stars by Tasha Spillett-Sumner, (1988-)
I lost my talk by Rita Joe, (1932-2007)
Little you by Richard Van Camp, (1971-)
We sang you home by Richard Van Camp, (1971-)
The boy who walked backwards by Ben Sures, (1967-)
Learn the colours with Northwest Coast native art
Black bear, red fox by Julie Flett,
I'm finding my talk by Rebecca Thomas
Loving me by Debby Slier
llustration of a pond with a frog on a rock, a backpack with a park pass and a signpost pointing to Rock Dunder and Rideau Valley. The text reads Nature Discovery Backpack Launch event.

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

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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