National Indigenous Peoples Day at Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site

Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day at Cape Breton Highlands National Park!

Join Mi’kmaw Elder Lawrence Wells, along with Graham Marshall and the Cape Breton Highlands National Park Interpretive Team to recognize and celebrate L’nu traditions, culture, and contributions in Unama’ki.

Events of the day:
10 a.m. – 12 noon
Elder Lawrence Wells will build a teepee at Chéticamp Visitor Centre.

2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Chéticamp Visitor Centre

• Smudging Ceremony
• Flag Raising
• Music (Drumming, Songs & more)
• Storytelling
• Dancing
• Coffee, Tea, “4 Cent Cake”

National Indigenous Peoples Day takes place on the summer solstice, the longest day of the year. For generations, many First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities have celebrated their cultures, languages, and traditions at this time of year. The summer solstice holds deep spiritual and cultural significance for many Indigenous Peoples, marking a time of renewal, connection, and celebration.