Indigenous Affairs and Economic Reconciliation

Looking for a March Break activity the whole family can enjoy? Explore Indigenous culture and history while getting fresh air along the Trans Canada Trail. Exercise your mind and your body this March Break. Learn more: ontario.ca/page/indigenou… #DiscoverON

Indigenous languages are carried in daily life — in family conversations, shared stories, and words that stay with us. As National Indigenous Languages Day approaches, we honour the words that connect us to identity, community, and place. #IndigenousLanguages

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Explore more Indigenous experiences at Destination Ontario: destinationontario.com/en-ca/things-t… (2/2)

This March Break you can explore Indigenous art and culture at these great locations in Ontario: • Canadian Canoe Museum • Thunder Bay Spirit Garden • Ska-Nah-Doht Museum • Toronto Council Fire Native Cultural Centre (1/2)

As we approach National Indigenous Languages Day, place names like Askanessippi remind us that Indigenous languages carry deep connections to land, relationships, and history. Learn more: #t21" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">ontario.ca/page/map-ontar… #TreatyON (2/2)

Today is the anniversary of Treaty 21, also known as the Long Woods Purchase, which includes Strathroy and Mt. Brydges. The River Thames—called Askanessippi, “the antlered river,” in Anishinaabemowin—runs through this area and remains an important part of its history. (1/2)

Hear stories from diverse Indigenous women across Canada at She is Indigenous: sheisindigenous.ca #AdvanceWomen #IWD2026 (2/2)

➡️Tap and hold to see the many ways we can give to lift women up and center them in our world. This year’s International Women’s Day theme reminds us that giving support helps women thrive — and when women thrive, communities thrive. (1/2)

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🌕 March is Onaabani-giizis — the Snow Crust Moon ❄️ A time of reawakening as new beginnings stir beneath the last crust of winter snow. Ahead of National Indigenous Languages Day, this moon reminds us of renewal: voices rising, stories returning. (1/2)

[2/2] supports long‑term planning, and helps ensure communities benefit from mineral sector development activities. news.ontario.ca/en/release/100… #RingOfFire #EconomicReconciliation #OntarioStrong #NorthernOntario #CommunityPartnerships

[1/2] Ontario, Marten Falls First Nation and Webequie First Nation, are taking the next step in Ring of Fire development. New Joint Statements of Economic Partnership between Ontario and both Marten Falls First Nation and Webequie First Nation strengthen collaboration, ...

Connecting northern communities and driving economic growth across the province🛤️ Ontario is working to bring back the Northlander trainsets which will connect passengers on a stretch of 740 kilometres between Timmins and Toronto. Learn more: news.ontario.ca/en/release/100…

Today is #HaveaHeartDay! This youth-led event invites us to demand fair access to a safe home, education and health resources for all First Nations children. Join the @CaringSociety in spreading this message to all Canadians and see their page to learn about ways to participate.

Today is the Women’s Memorial March for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women. We stand in solidarity with families, Survivors and communities affected by the loss of countless innocent lives.

This Black History Month, we honour the leadership, strength, and contributions of Black Ontarians across the province. We encourage you to learn more about Black histories in Ontario, support Black led organizations, and participate in events around your area. #BHM

Have a Heart Day (Feb. 14) is a youth-led reconciliation event supporting First Nations children’s rights to safe homes, good education, health and pride. To get involved, find ideas from the First Nations Child & Family Caring Society: fncaringsociety.com/events/have-he… #HaveAHeartDay

📍February 9 marks the anniversary of Treaty 82, signed in 1857 by representatives of the Chippewas of Newash using their clan or "totem" signature. Learn more about this Treaty and others in your area: #treaties" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">ontario.ca/page/map-ontar…

Learn more: news.ontario.ca/en/release/100… (2/2)

Connecting remote northern communities and creating economic development opportunities 🛣️ Ontario is investing $8 million in the Winter Roads Program to help 32 remote First Nation communities and the Town of Moosonee develop 3,200 kms of essential winter roads. (1/2)