numbers
How many Indigenous people live in Canada?
around 1.67 million
What country do First Nations, Inuit, and Métis people live in?
Canada
Name one First Nations tradition.
Powwows, storytelling, beadwork, smudging
What is a respectful term to use?
Indigenous or First Nations, Inuit, Métis
How many groups of Indigenous people are there in Canada?
3
Who are the Métis people?
People with both European and Indigenous ancestry
Name one Inuit tradition.
Throat singing, storytelling
Name one word you should NOT use?
Indian / Native / Aboriginal
How many Indigenous languages are there in Canada?
Which group lives in the Arctic?
Inuit
Name one Métis tradition.
Jigging, fiddle music, beadwork, storytelling
Why is it important to use respectful language?
To show respect and avoid harm
How many main Indigenous groups can you name? Need to name all three for the points.
First Nations, Inuit, Métis
Which group traditionally lived in forests?
First Nations
What is smudging?
Burning plants for cleansing/spiritual purposes
What should you do if you don’t know what term to use?
Indigenous
About how many years have Indigenous peoples lived in Canada?
over 10,000 years.
Which group is connected to the Prairies?
Métis
Why is storytelling important in Indigenous cultures?
To share knowledge, history, and traditions
What does respect mean when learning about Indigenous cultures?
Listening, learning, and being kind