Indigenous Programs

Indigenous Learning and Programs invites you to learn more about what we have to offer throughout the year for families and visitors.
An Indigenous woman stands on a stage behind a podium. A screen behind her displays a painted mural.

About

Indigenous Learning and Programs hosts events and activations throughout the year highlighting authentic Indigenous voices and art, as well as teaching the history of Indigenous peoples throughout Canada. 

The Indigenous Learning and Programs team invite you to take part in, and learn more about our wide range of programs and events. These include tie-in programming for special exhibitions, days of cultural significance, and other days of importance.

What Can I Expect?

Days of Importance

Community Programming

Holiday Events

Workshops and Talks

Indigenous Days of Importance

Throughout the year, Indigenous Learning and Programs hosts a variety of events for Days of Importance around Turtle Island. For 2026/2027, you may expect:

Orange Shirt Day/National Day of Truth and Reconciliation - September 29-October 2, 2026

Treaties Recognition Week & Inuit Day - November 3-6, 2026

Inuit Day - November 4-6, 2026

Winter Solstice - December 30, 2026

Family Day - February 16-19, 2027

International Women's Day - March 2-5, 2027

World Water Day - March 23-26, 2027

National Indigenous Languages Day - March 30-31, 2027

Earth Day - April 22, 2027

Other Programs

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Artist impression of the Art Trail on Ookwemin Minising island courtesy Norm Li AG+I and Waterfront Toronto
Program
Lassonde Art Trail Artist Talks
The Lassonde Art Trail (LAT) is a series of interconnected public art sites that weave through 4.2km of paths in Biidaasige Park on Toronto’s waterfront. Launched in Summer 2026, the Art Trail includes new permanent and temporary artworks that respond to the site’s layered histories, geographies, and changing social dynamics. These include Indigenous contexts; the city and lake; civic society and the public realm; waterways past and present; industrial histories; wetland restoration and bioengineering; native plantings and local ecosystems; and the environment and sustainability. Join us in
An Indigenous woman stands on a stage behind a podium. A screen behind her displays a painted mural.
Program
National Indigenous History Month
Every year, we celebrate the diversity, culture, contributions, and resilience of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples during National Indigenous History Month. Through special programming including storytelling, interactive activities, artist and theatre performances, and more, visitors can gain a better understanding of the histories of Indigenous Peoples from across Turtle Island.
four people sitting at a table, having a fun conversation practicing English at the Royal Ontario Museum
Program
Practice English
Looking for a fun way to practice English while exploring learning about the museum? Join us for Practice English, a program for English-language learners at any level. This event program is a great opportunity for community organizations to bring your adult ESL learners to improve their language skills in a museum setting. If you are a community organization (non-profit and/or registered charity) that would like to know more about our Practice English program, please contact Seb at sebastian.salazar@rom.on.ca
Artist impression of the Art Trail on Ookwemin Minising island courtesy Norm Li AG+I and Waterfront Toronto
Program
Lassonde Art Trail Artist Talks
The Lassonde Art Trail (LAT) is a series of interconnected public art sites that weave through 4.2km of paths in Biidaasige Park on Toronto’s waterfront. Launched in Summer 2026, the Art Trail includes new permanent and temporary artworks that respond to the site’s layered histories, geographies, and changing social dynamics. These include Indigenous contexts; the city and lake; civic society and the public realm; waterways past and present; industrial histories; wetland restoration and bioengineering; native plantings and local ecosystems; and the environment and sustainability. Join us in
An Indigenous woman stands on a stage behind a podium. A screen behind her displays a painted mural.
Program
National Indigenous History Month
Every year, we celebrate the diversity, culture, contributions, and resilience of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples during National Indigenous History Month. Through special programming including storytelling, interactive activities, artist and theatre performances, and more, visitors can gain a better understanding of the histories of Indigenous Peoples from across Turtle Island.
four people sitting at a table, having a fun conversation practicing English at the Royal Ontario Museum
Program
Practice English
Looking for a fun way to practice English while exploring learning about the museum? Join us for Practice English, a program for English-language learners at any level. This event program is a great opportunity for community organizations to bring your adult ESL learners to improve their language skills in a museum setting. If you are a community organization (non-profit and/or registered charity) that would like to know more about our Practice English program, please contact Seb at sebastian.salazar@rom.on.ca