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The case of the burgled bundle by Michael Hutchinson, (1971-)
Nibi's water song by Sunshine Tenasco
Powwow Day by Traci Sorell
Painted skies by Carolyn Mallory
Meet your family = by David Bouchard, (1952-)
Fry bread by Kevin Noble Maillard
The case of Windy Lake by Michael Hutchinson, (1971-)
Powwow day by Traci Sorell
On the trapline by David Robertson, (1977-)
Race to the sun by Rebecca Roanhorse
These are my words by Ruby Slipperjack, (1952-)
It's a mitig! by Bridget George, (1994-)
The journey forward, a novella on reconciliation
The case of the missing auntie by Michael Hutchinson, (1971-)
Bear Dancer by Thelma Hatch Wyss
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

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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Little Bear in Foster Care, We Dream Medicine Dreams, and Indigenomics. Text reads First Nations Communities READ.

Indigenous Heritage

Enjoy the First Nations Communities READS winners and longlist!

First Nation Communities READ (FNCR) recognizes authors throughout our continent's diverse Indigenous communities. For nearly twenty years, this initiative has increased awareness of Indigenous teachings, cultures and worldviews and the value of storytelling across Turtle Island. 

Enjoy the winning titles in the Children’s and Young Adult/Adult categories (the first three in this list), chosen by a jury of Indigenous librarians from across Ontario. Explore the full YA/Adult list and children’s list.

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Indigenous Heritage

Honouring the lives of missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls and 2SLGBTQIA+ people

October 4 is Sisters in Spirit Day, honouring the lives of missing and murdered Indigenous women, gender-diverse, Two Spirit, and transgender people.

Indigenous women, girls, transgender, gender-diverse, and Two-Spirit people continue to go missing and are murdered at an alarming and disproportionate rate. - Safe Passage, NWAC

Take the time to learn about this challenging topic and how you can support affected communities.  

Read profiles of missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls with CBC’s Case Explorer.

The MMIWG support line, at 1-844-413-6649, provides 24/7 support to the family, friends, and community members impacted by the loss of a missing or murdered Indigenous woman, girl, transgender person or Two Spirit person.

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