Colonialism
The policy or practice of acquiring full or partial political control over another country, occupying it with settlers, and exploiting it economically.
What is colonialism?
The restoration of friendly relations.
What is reconciliation?
To earnestly seek to learn about or explore a different culture.
What is Cultural Appreciation
Indigenous Canadian Writer, part of the Sto:lo nation.
Who is Lee Maracle?
A period where children were taken away from their families without consent because they were deemed "not suitable"
What is the 60s scoop?
The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) played a role in enforcing colonial policies, including the removal of Indigenous peoples from their lands.
Who played a role in enforcing the colonialistic policies?
September 30th.
To mock another culture by using one of their elements in an inappropriate way, such as mocking how they wear clothes.
71 years old
How old was Lee Maracle when she died?
Someday
What did we read that links to this crisis?
The Indian Act was passed and became a central piece of legislation governing the lives of Indigenous peoples in Canada.
What was passed in 1876?
Curriculum reform and public awareness campaigns, play a crucial role in promoting reconciliation and understanding.
How does education promote reconciliation?
It often involves participating in cultural events, supporting cultural initiatives, and forming genuine relationships with members of the culture being appreciated.
How do people "do" cultural appreciation?
8th Grade
What grade was Lee Maracle in when she dropped out?
Approximately 3,400 Indigenous children were adopted, with up to 80 percent to non-Indigenous homes.
How many children were affected?
They were created in the 1880s.
When were residential schools created?
At home, land acknowledgments are a step towards honoring indigenous sovereignty and promoting awareness.
How do we reconcile at home?
People can accidentally cultural appropriate by wearing offensive Halloween costumes by accident.
How can people accidentally culturally appropriate?
Bobbi Lee: Indian Rebel
What is Lee Maracle's first book called?
Many adoptees learned about their true heritage late in life, causing frustration and emotional distress.
What were the effects of the 60s Scoop on affected children?
They first arrived in 1492.
When did Europeans first start settling in North America / When did Christopher Columbus "discover" North America?
It was created in 2021
When was National Truth and Reconciliation Day created?
Traditionally used by some indigenous cultures in North America, these headdresses hold spiritual significance and are not costumes.
What are war bonnets?
Waubgeshig Rice
Who did Lee Maracle mentor?
$800 Million.
How much money did 60s scoop survivors win in the lawsuit?