Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has marked National Aboriginal Day with two announcements aimed at fostering a respectful relationship with Canada's indigenous peoples.
In the spirit of the United Nations Declaration on the rights of Indigenous Peoples, Trudeau announced the renaming of National Aboriginal Day as National Indigenous Peoples Day.
Trudeau also announced the Langevin Block, which houses his office, will be renamed, because Sir Hector-Louis Langevin is someone associated with the residential school system.
Assembly of First Nations National Chief Perry Bellegarde says he supports the change saying it's consistent with the international recognition of Indigenous Peoples.
In Kelowna - the Ki-Low-Na Friendship Society has events scheduled today and Leon Avenue, from Pandosy to Ellis, is closed until 8:30 pm.
(The Canadian Press/AM 1150)