indigenous peoples culture and traditions
what ceremony marks a young indigenous persons way into adulthood and often includes guidance from Elders.
a coming of age ceremony
what does the summer solstice coincide with?
national indigenous people day
what are the three distinct groups of Indigenous Peoples?
First Nations, Inuit, and Métis
What were the schools called where Indigenous children were taken from their families and forced to abandon their culture?
Residential schools
who where the first Europeans that invaded Canada
the vikings
when indigenous people do spiritual traditions to offer prayers they use a ceremonial pipe. What is the name of the pipe?
a peace pipe or sacred pipe
when is national indigenous day?
the 21st of June and the summer solstice coincides with national indigenous day
What is the name of the agreement that recognizes Indigenous rights and land claims in Canada?
The treaties
What was the purpose of residential schools in Canada?
To get Indigenous children accustomed into European culture often through forced removal from their families
What year did Britain take control of French territories in Canada?
1763
what day is celebrated the 21st of June
national indigenous peoples day
when was national Indigenous peoples day first celebrated
1996
Which Indigenous group is known for their use of large canoes for trade and travel along Canada’s rivers?
the First Nations
What was one common form of punishment Indigenous children faced for speaking their native language in residential schools
Beatings, isolation, or having their mouths washed with soap
Which 1876 law gave the Canadian government control over Indigenous Peoples' lives?
The Indian Act
why is art important to indigenous people?
it helps convey cultural beliefs, values and identity
what does indigenous people do on national indigenous peoples day?
they showcase ceremonial music and dancing as well as traditional clothing and art
Which Indigenous celebration features singing, dancing, and drumming, and is a way to honor culture and traditions?
Powwow
In traditional Indigenous education how were lessons often passed down?
Indigenous teaching methods emphasize oral traditions, hands-on learning, community involvement, and cultural context
when did indigenous people get rights in canada
what are the animals that apper in stories to teach life lessons called?
spirt animals
how many people in Canada has some Indigenous ancestry?
over 1 million people
Which Indigenous leader of the Métis led two major resistance movements against the Canadian government?
Louis Riel
What is the name of the university in Saskatchewan that is dedicated to Indigenous education
First Nations University of Canada
why is canada named canada
The name "Canada" likely originates from the Iroquoian word "kanata," meaning "village"