"Martin Luther King Jr Day is honoured each year on the third Monday in January. The day honors the American clergyman, activist, Civil Rights Movement leader. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. (January 15, 1929 – April 4, 1968) best known for his role in the advancement of civil rights using nonviolent civil disobedience."

Visit the Anti-Racism Coalition of Vancouver's website to learn more about Black Shirt Day.

November 8th is a day marked to honour the contributions of Indigenous Peoples to the Canadian Military. "Did you know that First Nations served in the Canadian Military at a higher rate than any other group in this great nation? More than 4,000 Indigenous people served Canada in the First World War.

Metis Awareness Month is Nov 1 - 30th

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