Province’s Indigenous minister issues statement on National Indigenous Peoples Day

Alberta’s Minister of Indigenous Relations, Rajan Sawhney, recognized National Indigenous Peoples Day with a prepared statement Sunday morning.

“Today marks National Indigenous Peoples Day, an opportunity to celebrate the rich cultures, histories and leadership of First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples,” Sawhney wrote.

“It is also a time to recognize and reflect on the enduring contributions of Indigenous peoples, whose knowledge, traditions and achievements continue to shape Alberta’s communities, economy and future.”

2026 marks the 30th anniversary of the declaration by the Canadian Parliament.