Drums were heard along Dogwood St. in Campbell River today, as a group marched around the city in recognition of National Indigenous Peoples Day. Photo by Sean Feagan / Campbell River Mirror

PHOTO: Marching for National Indigenous Peoples Day

Event celebrates heritage, cultures and achievements of First Nations, Inuit and Métis people.

  • Jun. 21, 2021 12:00 a.m.

Drums were heard along Dogwood St. in Campbell River today, as a group marched around the city in recognition of National Indigenous Peoples Day, June 21.

This year is the national 25th anniversary of celebrating the heritage, cultures and achievements of First Nations, Inuit and Métis people. While many events are cancelled because of the pandemic, people are still being encouraged to participate virtually.

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