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Indigenous youth breaking down barriers to new levels of success
June marks National Indigenous History Month, a time to honour the histories, cultures, and enduring resilience of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples across these lands.
Indeed, Indigenous communities have much to celebrate in 2026. Indigenous youth in communities large and small continue to succeed in educational institutions, demonstrating both the resilience of youth against difficult odds, but also the value of dedicated funding and the need for governments to enhance education grants both to the students and to public institutions. At the University of Manitoba alone, nearly 500 Indigenous students graduated this spring. Across the country, these graduates are celebrated in public powwows that respect tradition and share cultural practices with the broader community.
As Indigenous youth light the way to a brighter future, they are preceded by outstanding scholars, athletes, and other leaders who set a high standard for achievement and community-building. Read more about some of the First Nations, Inuit, and Métis activists who have been the historic firsts in their field.
This June 21, Unifor will mark National Indigenous Peoples' Day (NIPD) by sponsoring and attending the celebrations in Campbell River, B.C.
Unifor members in all regions are encouraged to attend local events and show support for NIPD. See the full event listing.
