Commemorative date promotional resources

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation – September 30, 2021

Among the various visual elements illustrating Indigenous cultures, the circle is at the center which represents being together in spirit of reconciliation. The orange colour represents truth-telling and healing. The pathway represents the road to the reconciliation. First Nations, Inuit and Métis are represented in the image.

Description of the three icons

• The eagle to represent First Nations peoples
• The narwhal to represent Inuit
• The beaded flower to represent Métis peoples

National Indigenous History Month

Among the various visual elements illustrating Indigenous cultures, the sun (the summer solstice) is at the center, which is at the heart of the festivities. First Nations, Inuit and Métis, as well as the four elements of nature (earth, water, fire and air) are represented in the image and shown opposite. The entire visual is supported by multicolored smoke* reminding us of Indigenous spiritualities but also the colors of the rainbow – a symbol of inclusion and diversity of all First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities and their members.

*Smoke is used in different ways by all three Indigenous groups in Canada. Whether it is to smoke fish and meat, to burn sage and tobacco or for sacred ceremonies or celebrations, it is a significant symbol in Indigenous cultures.

Description of the three icons

• The eagle to represent First Nations peoples
• The narwhal to represent Inuit
• The violin to represent Métis peoples

Posters

Commemorative posters for each date are available for download and use in PDF and JPG format. The banners can be used:

• on social media
• to assist in the planning of activities that require the production of other promotional activities or items