Chapter 27.1
Discover Canada's Indigenous Communities First Nations, Métis, and Inuit
You will explore the rich cultures, traditions, and histories of Canada's three Indigenous peoples and learn why their stories matter today.
What You'll Learn
You will identify Canada's three Indigenous peoples and their homelands.
You will explore traditional homes, foods, and tools of each group.
You will learn key words like treaty, Elder, and reconciliation today.
You will understand why Indigenous cultures and rights matter greatly.
What You'll Practice
1
You will identify the three Indigenous groups recognized in Canada.
2
You will match cultural traditions and items to each Indigenous group.
3
You will answer questions about Indigenous history and reconciliation efforts.
Why This Matters
Understanding Canada's Indigenous communities helps you respect the first peoples of this land and builds your knowledge of Canada's true and complete history.
This Unit Includes
Practice exercises
Learning resources
Skills
Indigenous Peoples
Treaties
Reconciliation
Oral Traditions
Cultural Diversity
NS Curriculum Aligned
