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Belleville Public Library is proud to offer a wide selection of books that highlight Indigenous voices, telling stories that are urgent, heartbreaking, and inspiring. Understanding the history and lived experiences of Indigenous peoples in Canada is a crucial step towards reconciliation. One of the most powerful ways to do this is by reading the words of Indigenous authors themselves.

If you’ve ever wondered how policies created over a century ago continue to affect Indigenous communities today, 21 Things You May Not Know About the Indian Act by Bob Joseph is essential reading. Joseph clearly explains the history of the Indian Act, a piece of legislation that has shaped every aspect of Indigenous life in

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