Treaty No. 6 Recognition Day ceremony commemorates relationship between Edmonton and First Nations – Global News
Chiefs and Edmonton Mayor Don Iveson recognized a renewed relationship with a flag-raising and reception at city hall Friday morning as part of Treaty No. 6 Recognition Day.
The Recognition Day was established in 2013 by the City of Edmonton to recognize the signing of Treaty No. 6 between the Plains, Wood Cree, Nakota, Saulteaux, Dene people and the Crown at Fort Carlton on Aug. 23, 1876.
“It’s an honour to be here today with the leaders of the Confederacy of Treaty No. 6 First Nations as we recognize the history and importance of the signing of this treaty,” Iveson said.
“The story behind Edmonton’s founding and growth starts with the First peoples of this land, and it’s important that we honour their culture and contributions as we work together in a relationship founded on honour and respect.”
