Treaty Resources Guide

Hello, Boozhoo, Aaniin, Tansi, Wotziye, Tanshi, Asujutilli, Ho/Han,

The purpose of this guide is to provide visitors with basic information, resource guidance, and supports while learning more about treaties across Turtle Island. It provides connections to physical and online resources held within the Libraries collection to support learning and research on treaty history in this country and ongoing responsibilities.

These learning resources originate from a variety of sources including Indigenous Knowledge-Keepers, authors, lawyers, politicians, organizations, and education facilities, as well as the Government of Ontario and the Canadian government. Other pages include recommended resources for children and young adults, as well as Kits and other hands-on materials.

We Are All Treaty People.

In 2016, Ontario passed the first legislation of its kind in Canada declaring the first full week of November as Treaties Recognition Week.  

This year, Treaties Recognition Week is November 2-8, 2025.

This annual event honours the importance of Treaties and helps students and residents of Ontario learn more about Treaty rights and relationships. By learning more about our collective Treaty rights and obligations, we can create greater understanding and nurture relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples.

Treaties Recognition Week represents one of many steps on Ontario’s journey of healing and reconciliation with Indigenous peoples. The week was launched in response to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (PDF)  to increase Treaty awareness and provide students and the public with an important opportunity to learn why treaties matter.