How to Respect and be more aware of Indigenous Culture
How can we be more respectful around Indigenous Peoples and history around thanksgiving?
Acknowledge the true history behind thanksgiving and do not culturally appropriate around the holidays
What is a common indigenous musical practice? *hint: famous Inuit tiktoker + body part component
Throat singing
When is Indigenous Peoples Day
June 21st
She is a famous Inuk influencer. While she shares many parts of her Inuk culture and traditions, she is most widely known for videos of her and her mother throat singing on TikTok.
Shina Nova
The last residential school in Canada closed in 1996. In what town was it in?
Duck Lake, SK.
How can you address the use of slurs pertaining to indigenous culture especially in media/sports?
Calling in, petitions, raising awareness
What are sacred indigenous social gatherings meant to honor indigenous culture known as?
Pow wows
When is Indigenous History Month
June
James Jones, an incredible dancer, influencer, advocate, and comedian goes by what handle on social media?
notoriouscree
The Indigenous Population is the fastest growing population in Canada, True or False?
True
What should non-Indigenous peoples approach to dream catchers be?
Avoid buying them without knowing the cultural and spiritual significance and when you do, buy from indigenous sellers/shops
What marine animal is a common indigenous delicacy?
Beluga whale; mattaq, fat is cut off using an ulu (a handmade knife) then it is eaten raw and can be eaten with sauce
What is the significance of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30th , also known as Orange shirt day?
To remember and honour the children that did not make it home from residential schools as well as the survivors of the schools
Nominated for the International Childrens peace prize in 2017, 2018, and 2019, this young activist was appointed Chief Water Commissioner by the Anishinabek Nation at a mere 15 years of age. What is her name?
Autumn Peltier
There were 94 Calls to Action released in 2015, compiled as a result of thousands of testimonials from Indigenous Peoples across Canada. What Commission published these recommendations?
The Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada
In what ways can you celebrate/acknowledge indigenous culture?
Be aware of significant historical moments, work to combat stereotypes, etc
Sacred herbs and medicines are burned as part of a ritual, or for cleansing or health purposes.
Smudging
What is the significance of the Indigenous Peoples day?
This is a day for all Canadians to recognize and celebrate the unique heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples.
This TikTok influencer lives in Calgary, Ab and goes to Mount Royal University. They post about Indigenous Culture, mental health, and sobriety. What is their name?
Braden Kadlun
What are the three main Indigenous groups called in Canada?
First Nations, Inuit, and Metis
How will you learn more about indigenous culture?
Yes
There are 4 main sacred medicines used by Indigenous populations across Turtle Island. What are they?
Sage, Sweet Grass, Cedar, Tobacco
May 5th is now a day where Canadians honour, remember, and raise awareness about the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls. What is that called?
Red Dress Day
An Inuvialuk actress, influencer and activist from Yellowknife, NWT. With over half a million followers across Instagram and Tiktok, she is best known for her work on the popular TV series ‘The Twilight Zone’.
Marika Sila
Type of shelter, shaped like a cone and traditionally made from wooden poles and coverings sewn from the hides of bison
Tipi or TeePee