Reconciliation
Celebrating, connecting and learning this National Indigenous History Month
Jun 1, 2026
Caption: Members of the TELUS team at the Wendake Powwow in Quebec.
TELUS is proud to recognize National Indigenous History Month by learning together and connecting in community. From virtual events to volunteering at pow wows to watching Indigenous-led content, we will be celebrating the diversity of Indigenous cultures and ways of knowing together all throughout June.
Join us in this spirit of respectful learning—seek out Indigenous voices this month, support Indigenous creators and businesses and take time to reflect on the lands you live on.
Local powwows and events
Throughout May and June, TELUS team members have found ways to support events hosted by local Indigenous communities. Many have volunteered for a powwow or signed up to help amplify the events across TELUS and our partner networks. From the
Waskiptan event
in Joliette, Quebec to the Kamloopa Powwow
in B.C., we are excited to hear how team members are showing up in their communities while learning along the way.Find a powwow to support or attend near you by visiting
canadianpowwows.ca
.
Caption: Shawna J. Serniak
Living a Balanced Life: Which Wolf Do You Feed? with Shawna K. Serniak
Eagles, TELUS’ employee resource group for Indigenous team members and their allies, is hosting a virtual event with Shawna K. Serniak, a woman of Métis Scottish and Ukrainian descent.
Based on the Cherokee legend of two inner wolves, Shawna explores the art of living a balanced life by recognizing both our darker and lighter impulses. She reveals practical strategies for breaking negative patterns, building healthier habits and finding your authentic self—all grounded in her own transformative journey through hardship.
Eagles is grateful for Shawna’s generosity in sharing her teachings and time with the TELUS team through this event.
Caption: Xavier Watso
Decolonization, Terminology, and Indigenous Realities with Xavier Watso
The Quebec reconciliation team is hosting a lecture with Xavier Watso, a proud member of the Abenaki community of Odanak and esteemed TikTok content creator.
Xavier will discuss topics such as the importance of using precise terminology for Indigenous Peoples, restoring Indigenous rights and voices in all aspects of society and some of the current myths and prejudices that Indigenous Peoples face today, with the intention of promoting understanding and reconciliation.
This will undoubtedly be a meaningful session for all who attend, and the TELUS Quebec reconciliation team appreciates Xavier’s willingness to speak on these important topics with the TELUS team.
Watch a Local Content production
Did you know that since 2014, TELUS STORYHIVE and TELUS originals have distributed over $9.8 million in community programming funds to 954 Indigenous content creators, filmmakers and storytellers?
Ahkameyimok "To Persevere" from TELUS STORYHIVE explores the lasting impacts of colonization and highlights the transformative work of Bent Arrow Traditional Healing Society, an urban Indigenous non-profit in Edmonton. Through the stories of Ashley, Mike, and Joanne, the film shows how Bent Arrow connects people to culture and community. A leader in the city, Bent Arrow’s programs inspire hope, foster belonging, and demonstrate the power of culturally grounded support in building brighter futures. Available now on TELUS Optik TV channel 126, Stream+ and
STORYHIVE’s YouTube channel
.
Explore the early life and career of Indigenous wrestling sensation Dawn Murphy aka “Princess Delta Dawn.” Winner of the Best Canadian Short Documentary at the 2025 Hot Docs International Documentary Film Festival, Delta Dawnfollows the wrestler’s rise to fame in the 1980s and early 1990s, as well as her present day life in Prince George, B.C. After competing in the pro wrestling circuit in Canada, Dawn rose to international success at the age of 17 and became the first Indigenous woman and the first Canadian woman to compete in Japan.
Available Now on TELUS Optik TV channel 8 and 126, Stream+ and on the
TELUS originals YouTube channel
.
In an eight-part series from maCommunauté, Mon identitéexplores the journey of a Métis individual who left the Innu community, returned, and reconnected with their culture. Available Now on TELUS Optik TV channel 511, Stream+ and on the
maCommunauté YouTube channel
.Celebrate and honour National Indigenous History Month with films, series and video podcasts from communities near you. Explore our playlist with 100+ stories to enjoy
here
.We invite you to spend this June engaging with stories told by Indigenous creators, visit local Indigenous businesses and reflect on the lands you live on. Reconciliation is not a moment—it’s a practice, and it begins with humility and heart.
