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The Idle No More movement was initiated by two women in Canada.
The Idle No More movement was initiated by two women in Canada.
False
Social media was used primarily for mobilization in the early stages of the Idle No More movement.
Social media was used primarily for mobilization in the early stages of the Idle No More movement.
False
The first teaching by the Idle No More movement took place in Saskatoon during a blizzard.
The first teaching by the Idle No More movement took place in Saskatoon during a blizzard.
True
Indigenous women lawyers led a teaching session that was streamed live on YouTube.
Indigenous women lawyers led a teaching session that was streamed live on YouTube.
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Bill C45 was supported by the organizers of the Idle No More movement.
Bill C45 was supported by the organizers of the Idle No More movement.
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The Chiefs' action in Parliament was pre-planned and expected by the media.
The Chiefs' action in Parliament was pre-planned and expected by the media.
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The main role of Idol No More was to restrict communication among activists.
The main role of Idol No More was to restrict communication among activists.
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The Idle No More movement began with a single rally organized in Calgary.
The Idle No More movement began with a single rally organized in Calgary.
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The phrase 'Idle No More' originated from a moment of impatience during the movement's formation.
The phrase 'Idle No More' originated from a moment of impatience during the movement's formation.
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Youth involvement in the movement was crucial for its momentum.
Youth involvement in the movement was crucial for its momentum.
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The protesters attempted to deliver letters to Stephen Harper's constituency office.
The protesters attempted to deliver letters to Stephen Harper's constituency office.
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The movement primarily attracted seasoned activists and political leaders.
The movement primarily attracted seasoned activists and political leaders.
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The Indian Act is supported unanimously by First Nations leaders according to the speakers.
The Indian Act is supported unanimously by First Nations leaders according to the speakers.
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Idol No More created a sense of community among participants across different ages and genders.
Idol No More created a sense of community among participants across different ages and genders.
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Protests organized by Idol No More were ineffective in drawing public attention.
Protests organized by Idol No More were ineffective in drawing public attention.
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The media initially gave extensive coverage to the Idle No More movement.
The media initially gave extensive coverage to the Idle No More movement.
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Social media played a significant role in the spread of information about the Idle No More movement.
Social media played a significant role in the spread of information about the Idle No More movement.
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The demonstration of Idle No More was invisible to the national mainstream media.
The demonstration of Idle No More was invisible to the national mainstream media.
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The primary way people found out about the Idle No More protests was through traditional news media.
The primary way people found out about the Idle No More protests was through traditional news media.
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Idle No More was only supported by Indigenous people in Canada.
Idle No More was only supported by Indigenous people in Canada.
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Bill C45 was primarily known as the jobs and growth act in 2012.
Bill C45 was primarily known as the jobs and growth act in 2012.
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Indigenous peoples were generally supportive of the changes proposed in Bill C45.
Indigenous peoples were generally supportive of the changes proposed in Bill C45.
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Bill C45 reduced the threshold for communities to surrender reserve lands.
Bill C45 reduced the threshold for communities to surrender reserve lands.
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Prior to the introduction of Bill C45, there were no significant concerns among Indigenous peoples regarding government actions.
Prior to the introduction of Bill C45, there were no significant concerns among Indigenous peoples regarding government actions.
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Bill C45 included provisions that would allow more environmental assessments to take place.
Bill C45 included provisions that would allow more environmental assessments to take place.
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The Idle No More movement began with four women as founders.
The Idle No More movement began with four women as founders.
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The Idle No More movement primarily focuses on issues that only affect indigenous people.
The Idle No More movement primarily focuses on issues that only affect indigenous people.
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The movement saw a rise in women's involvement due to dissatisfaction with existing politics.
The movement saw a rise in women's involvement due to dissatisfaction with existing politics.
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Patriarchy and misogyny have no influence on political leadership within indigenous communities.
Patriarchy and misogyny have no influence on political leadership within indigenous communities.
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Indigenous women have traditionally played a significant role in organizing and governance.
Indigenous women have traditionally played a significant role in organizing and governance.
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The primary focus of the Idle No More movement is to negotiate higher recognition for indigenous cultures.
The primary focus of the Idle No More movement is to negotiate higher recognition for indigenous cultures.
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The protests organized by the movement effectively engaged Canadians in a shared concern for water issues.
The protests organized by the movement effectively engaged Canadians in a shared concern for water issues.
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The term 'woman' was humorously suggested as a word for someone who does leadership behind the scenes.
The term 'woman' was humorously suggested as a word for someone who does leadership behind the scenes.
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Idol no more is a movement that has no historical precedent in indigenous political organization.
Idol no more is a movement that has no historical precedent in indigenous political organization.
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Chief Teresa Spence announced her hunger strike to bring attention to the needs of her community.
Chief Teresa Spence announced her hunger strike to bring attention to the needs of her community.
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The movement Idol no more is primarily focused on localized land issues.
The movement Idol no more is primarily focused on localized land issues.
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The Red Power movement of the late 60s and early 70s is considered a historical reference point for Idol no more.
The Red Power movement of the late 60s and early 70s is considered a historical reference point for Idol no more.
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The involvement of urban populations was a unique aspect of Idol no more compared to previous movements.
The involvement of urban populations was a unique aspect of Idol no more compared to previous movements.
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Chief Spence's community is characterized by well-insulated homes and easy access to clean water.
Chief Spence's community is characterized by well-insulated homes and easy access to clean water.
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Idol no more's purpose includes pushing for treaty and Aboriginal rights.
Idol no more's purpose includes pushing for treaty and Aboriginal rights.
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Study Notes
Idle No More Movement
- Idle No More was a nationwide Indigenous-led movement in Canada, sparked by Bill C-45.
- It highlighted concerns about Indigenous peoples' rights, sovereignty, and treaty agreements.
- The movement used social media to mobilize and educate Canadians.
Bill C-45
- Bill C-45, the Jobs and Growth Act 2012, was a comprehensive piece of legislation (57 pages).
- It amended or removed provisions in 74 other pieces of legislation.
- Critics, including Indigenous peoples, argued the bill was rushed through Parliament with insufficient consultation and negatively impacted Indigenous rights.
Indigenous Concerns
- The bill's contents included alterations to the Indian Act, affecting permission for leasing reserve lands, and lowering thresholds for surrendering reserve lands for external use.
- There were controversies concerning environmental assessments exemptions for pipelines, water protections, and Indigenous rights to land and water.
Origins of Idle No More
- The movement's start: Four Indigenous women (Sylvia, Sheila, Jess, and Nina) initiated a teaching on Bill C-45 in Saskatchewan.
- Social media plays a role: it facilitated discussion and boosted organization, gaining a national awareness.
Rallies and Protests
- First rallies: Small gatherings of people discussing and protesting against Bill C-45.
- Nationwide expansion: The movement spread to several Canadian cities with coordinated rallies, marches, and blockades
- Blockades: Protests on highways and major junctions took place, impacting traffic, focusing attention on land and water rights.
- Importance of diverse participants: Youth and women played significant roles in the movement, attracting involvement from various age groups and genders, demonstrating inclusivity.
- Solidarity: Global support for the movement was evident through social media and other forms of communication.
Government Response and Opposition
- Government officials' lack of engagement early on: The movement caught authorities off guard. Security services tracked social media activity.
- Chief Teresa Spence's hunger strike: A substantial protest action drawing international attention, highlighting the movement's determination and garnering significant support.
- Lack of negotiation: Government representatives' response to negotiations.
Lasting Impact of Idle No More
- The movement's success: It helped raise awareness about Indigenous issues among non-Indigenous Canadians and the broader international community and spurred further organizing and discussion.
- Long-term effects: The movement's influence continued beyond the immediate response to Bill C-45, prompting further Indigenous activism and pushing discussions about treaty rights.
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Discover the key events and leaders of the Idle No More movement in Canada. This quiz explores the origins, strategies, and significant rallies that shaped this important Indigenous rights movement. Test your knowledge on the role of social media and youth participation in promoting activism.
