Indigenous History
In official gatherings and events in Canada, what is often done at the beginning to recognize the traditional Indigenous territories?
Land acknowledgment?
What does the Indigenous name of Toronto, "Tkaronto", mean?
"Where the trees are standing in the water"
These events are large gatherings centered around dance and ceremony, what are they called?
Pow wows
What is the term for building, restoring, and renewing respectful relationships between Indigenous and nonIndigenous Peoples in Canada?
Reconciliation
The first treaties in North America; tubular beads made from small shells sewn together to represent an agreement between nations.
a Wampum Belt?
This Toronto main street/subway station is actually Ojibwe word meaning "high place" or "sudden rise in land". Which one is it?
Ishpadinaa
or,
Spadina!
What kind of boat did Indigenous people use to travel around the Great Lakes Region?
Canoe
How many distinct Indigenous languages are there in Canada?
70
What month is National Indigenous History Month?
June
What is the population of Indigenous people in Ontario?
Around 250,000 people
The Three Sisters is an Indigenous agricultural technique that refers to planting together which three crops?
Corn, beans, and squash
What is one way that newcomers can build strong relationships with Indigenous communities?
Learning about the Indigenous history and Indigenous Peoples
Being careful not to believe harmful myths & stereotypes about Indigenous people
Taking care of and protecting the land.
Joining Indigenous-led causes to correct the wrongs of the Canadian society
The number of First Nations nations that exist in Canada today.
50
What is the name of the Wampum Belt Covenant that Toronto is under, which tells us to share and take care of the land in harmony?
Dish with One Spoon Wampum Belt Covenant
What is the proper term for the traditional dress of Indigenous peoples?
Regalia
What year was the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) established?
2009
(So recent!)
Every year, we have a day to honour the survivors of the residential school system and support healing efforts. What is this day called?
Orange Shirt Day
Known in Ojibwe as Mnissing, this place in Toronto has been and continues to be a culturally and spiritually significant site for Indigenous peoples. Hint: it is surrounded by water!
Toronto Island
How do you say thank you in Anishinaabemowin/Ojibwe?
Miigwech!
What is the name of the residential school survivor whose story inspired Orange Shirt Day?
Phyllis Webstad