Who is he?
He grew up in this Mohawk Territory south of Montreal.
What is Kahnawáke?
Morris first developed his interest in canoeing and kayaking thanks to this family member.
Who is his grandfather?
This award, which he won in both 1977 and 1984, recognizes Indigenous athletic excellence.
What is the Tom Longboat Award?
At the 1984 Olympics, Morris lifted this sacred symbol to honour his family and Indigenous identity.
What is an eagle feather?
At the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics, Morris and Hugh Fisher won gold in this event.
What is the K-2 1,000 m?
After his Olympic career, Morris created this foundation to support youth education and athletics.
What is the Alwyn Morris Education and Athletic Foundation?
He made history as the first Canadian Indigenous athlete to do this at the Olympic Games.
What is winning a gold medal?
To further his training, Morris joined this paddling club from his home community.
What is the Onake Paddling Club?
Morris carried the Olympic torch before these Winter Games.
What are the 2009 Vancouver Winter Olympics?