Powwow (First Nations)
Powwow time is First Nations people meeting together, to join…
Give Away or Potlatch (First Nations)
A potlatch is a gift-giving feast practiced by indigenous peoples…
Ceremony
Indigenous cultures are based on oral history. Ceremonies allow…
Inukshuk (Inuit)
Inuit rock markers have stood for thousands of years in Canada’s…
Infinity Symbol (Métis)
The Métis flag has a blue background with a white infinity symbol.
Recognized…
Language
Language is the defining element of a culture. Language allows…
Cultural Diversity
In Canada there are 6 general Indigenous Cultural Groups or Regions.
The…
Traditional Territories
Within the existing historical treaty boundaries, as well as…
Aboriginal Title
Aboriginal Title is guaranteed in the Canadian constitution.…
Aboriginal – Native – Indigenous
The words Aboriginal, Native and Indigenous refer to the same…