This weekend will see National Indigenous Peoples Day celebrated across the West Kootenay with events honouring the cultures, traditions and contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Metis Peoples.
Aligned with the summer solstice on June 21, Kris Salikin, Executive Director with a Circle of Indigenous Nations (COINS), said it is a day for all.
“It is a day for our community and celebrating our culture honouring, our culture and being with our community,” said Kris.
“Our gathering is open to all people who would like to come and celebrate and experience some culture with us.”
Saturday Events
Castlegar: Aboriginal Day – Hosted by the Circle of Indigenous Nations (COINS)
Saturday, June 21
10 AM–2 PM
Kinnaird Park, Castlegar, BC (2501 14 Ave)
Food, Aboriginal Culture & Traditions, Crafts, Games & Vendors, Door Prizes & Giveaways.
Everyone is welcome.
Nelson: Indigenous Day Celebrations – Hosted by the West Kootenay Métis Society
Saturday, June 21
11 AM–4 PM
Lakeside Park, Nelson, BC (910 Second St)
Rossland: Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day at the Rossland Museum
Saturday, June 21, 2025
Open 10 AM–6 PM
Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre, Rossland, BC (1100 HwyBC-3B)
Open by Donation All Day!
New Sinixt Foundations Exhibit, Discover Indigenous Basketry, Listen to Stories from Sinixt Knowledge-Keepers, & Watch the Short Film Learning mxiɬp: Cedar in the Sinixt Homeland.
Grand Forks: Hosted by Boundary Family Services and Gallery 2
Saturday, June 21
11 AM–3 PM
Gallery 2 – Grand Forks Art Gallery, Grand Forks, BC (524 Central Ave)
Arts & Crafts, Water Balloon Fun, Fry Bread, Drinks, Snacks, & More! ~ Bring your own hand drum
Greenwood: Hosted by Boundary Métis Community Association
Saturday, June 21
Starts at 10 AM
Greenwood Ball Park, Greenwood, BC
Food, Tipi Raising, Drumming, Boundary Youth Powwow Dancers, Indigenous Vendors, Indigenous Games & Scavenger Hunt ~ Bring your lawn chair & hand drums.
Sunday events
Trail: Kootenay South Metis Association and will be hosting the Indigenous People’s Day
Sunday, June 22
11AM to 4PM
Gyro Park, Trail
Guest speakers, drumming and connection with elders. Crafts, games and storytelling for the kids.
