Indigenous Experiences

Connect with Indigenous culture

Stewarded by the Algonquin Anishinabeg as a place of living and trade for thousands of years, Ottawa is a place where rivers and nations meet and is home to diverse First Nations, Inuit and Métis populations. Indigenous storytellers, makers and business owners can connect you with one or more of the many distinct Indigenous cultures native to Canada for a memorable and enriching experience.

Indigenous experiences

Mādahòkì Farm
Mādahòkì Farm
Experience authentic Indigenous culture, including seasonal events, a year-round marketplace and other programming at this rural site within the city of Ottawa.
Makatew Workshops
Makatew Workshops
Makatew Workshops offers indigenous crafts to corporate, government and not-for-profit organizations who are looking for team building activities for their teams.
Beandigen Café
Beandigen Café
Discover products from Indigenous makers while sipping a fine coffee in this combined café and retail space at Lansdowne.

Indigenous events and celebrations

Ottawa Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival
A7G Pow Wow
This Pow Wow is to honour Indigenous childen of the past, present and future. Assembly of Seven Generations will be announcing more in the next weeks…
Christmas
ADAAWE Indigenous Holiday Market
Join the ADAAWE Indigenous Business Hub for a festive celebration! Discover unique products and gifts from over 20 local Indigenous vendors, perfect…
Amplifying Indigenous Stories
Amplifying Indigenous Stories
Join in for a day of interactive sessions that showcase the transformative power of Indigenous voices in the media.
film, movie, theatre
Asinabka Film and Media Arts Festival
An opportunity for Indigenous peoples to tell their own stories and showcase their rich and vibrant culture in Canada’s capital region.
Bougie Birch
Bougie Birch
Indigenous-owned organization dedicated to guiding both individuals and businesses through a purposeful journey of reconciliation.
Bougie Birch Dreamcatcher Workshop
Bougie Birch Dreamcatcher Workshop
Under the guidance of Indigenous artist and educator, Ashley Clark, craft your own dreamcatcher in a 2-3 hour session. The materials will be provided…

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Year-round inspiration

Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival
Celebrate Indigenous culture in Ottawa
Celebrate National Indigenous History Month this June in Ottawa, Ontario.
Mādahòkì Farm
Ottawa Indigenous-themed itinerary ideas for packaged travel
Discover the memorable authentic indigenous experiences that await you in Canada's Capital.

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