Aboriginal Veterans Day

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2021 Date	November 8, 2021
2022 Date	November 8, 2022

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Aboriginal Veterans Day in 2021

Monday, Nov 8

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Aboriginal Veterans Day History

Aboriginal Veterans Day seeks to remember and honor those indigenous people who lost their lives in war. According to Veterans Affairs Canada, more than 7,000 aboriginal people served in these wars. More than 500 lost their lives and many more were wounded. This day serves as remembrance for the indigenous people who fought and died in the line of duty, particularly during WWI, WWII, and the Korean War.

Aboriginal Veterans Day was established in 1994 in the city of Winnipeg. It is observed annually on November 8th.

Top Tweets for Aboriginal Veterans Day

Today is Indigenous Veterans Day in Canada. The National Aboriginal Veterans Monument in Ottawa is a tribute to the contributions of all First Nations, Inuit and Métis service members over the years. @GCIndigenous #CanadaRemembers https://t.co/o5uZG7tssn
— Veterans Affairs CA (@VeteransENG_CA) November 8, 2021

Nov 8 is Aboriginal Veteran's Day. Did you know Indigenous Vets were not allowed to lay a wreath on their own behave at the National War monument until 1996? Engage, reach out and tell our veterans they are enough and Canada supports what they did for everyone. https://t.co/wKALYD1hVJ
— Marilyn North Peigan (@Mengl982) November 5, 2021

My brother, Gerald Doutre, took my students on a virtual walking tour of the monuments in Ottawa today. One of the monuments was the National Aboriginal monument. Great for students to see on Indigenous Veterans Day. Thanks for a great tour! @HRCE_NS https://t.co/zrmD5Jb0O3
— Angela Halvorsen (@HalvorsenAngela) November 8, 2021

In the News and Trending for Aboriginal Veterans Day

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Aboriginal Veterans Day Facts & Quotes

Over 12,000 First Nation members, Inuit, Métis, and other indigenous men and women served in Canada's military during World Wars I and II as well as during the Korean war.
There were over 2,700 indigenous members in Canada's military forces as of 2020.
Indigenous Peoples continue to answer the call and to play a critical role in Canada's effort to promote and protect peace and security. Today and every day, it is essential that we thank them and let them know that we appreciate them, and that they are respected, both abroad and at home - Minister Dan Vandal, Indigenous Veterans Day 2020

Aboriginal Veterans Day Top Events and Things to Do

Learn more about the history of indigenous people in Canada's military.
Explore the many memorials across Canada.
Watch Minister Carolyn Bennett's message from for Indigenous Veterans Day 2020.

Aboriginal Veterans Day References and Related Sites

www.rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca: Indigenous Veterans Day

globalnews.ca: Aboriginal Veterans Day

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