Honour and take action

National Indigenous Peoples Day​ – June 21

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June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day, a time to recognize and celebrate the history, cultures, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, Métis Peoples across Canada. At BCCNM, we remain committed in our work to dismantle Indigenous-specific racism in B.C.'s health-care system.

Here are some ways you can get involved​.​

Moose Hide Campaign Day – May 15​

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The Moose Hide Campaign is an Indigenous-led, B.C.-born movement that started to engage men and boys in ending violence against women and children. It has since grown to be a national campaign to speak out about gender-based and domestic violence. This year, on May 14, the Moose Hide Campaign is hosting a series of events to help deepen our understanding of gender-based violence and to show support for the campaign. Registration for the events can be found here. ​​ ​​​​​​​

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
and Orange Shirt Day — Sept. 30​

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September 30 marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The day honours the children who never returned home and Survivors of residential schools, as well as their families and communities. Throughout September, BCCNM will be sharing articles and resources about the ongoing work of the college toward reconciliation and toward building a health system where everyone can receive equitable, competent, and culturally safe care. Learn more» ​​​​​​​​​​

Bear Witness Day – May 10​​​​

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Bear Witness Day is Spirit Bear's birthday and honours the memory of Jo​rdan River Anderson through the full and proper implementation of Jordan's Principle, a child-first principle and legal rule named in Jordan's memory. It ensures First Nations children receive the services and supports they need, when they need them. 2026 is the 21st anniversary of Jordan's Principle.

BCCNM acknowledges and honours this day and reflects on the past with a look ahead to the future of shaping culturally safe care for all. 

Visit Bear Witness Day | First Nations Child & Family Caring Society to learn more and learn how you can get involved.  ​​​​​​

Red Dress Day​ – May 5

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In Canada, May 5, 2026, is the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls and 2SLGBTQIA+ People—also known as Red Dress Day—to honour Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQIA+ people lost to colonial violence and to raise awareness of the ongoing human and Indigenous rights crisis in Canada. Indigenous women face disproportionately high, and often underreported, rates of violence, reflecting systemic issues that demand attention and accountability.

As part of our work to eradicate Indigenous-specific racism in the B.C. health-care system, BCCNM recognizes Red Dress Day, and we pledge to continue our work to make the healthcare system culturally safe for Indigenous Peoples. We have also incorporated recommendations and actions outlined in the Reclaiming Power and Place: The Final Report of the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls as part of our updated BCCNM Redress Plan.

Related resources Red Dress Day 2026: The Role of Data in Support of MMIWG2S+ Advocacy. You can also visit National Indigenous Women's resource centre to explore the list of resources and join in organizing additional actions in your communities on and around May 5. ​