Indigenous Canadians Quiz

A group of First Nations people that act as the governing body for a reserve. Often a small group from a single community.

Land set aside by the Canadian government for the exclusive use of a First Nations band. They are governed under the Indian Act.

The majority of Indigenous people in Canada live in Ontario, BC and Albert. They are also highly concentrated in the territories.

Many reserves are located in remote areas, with some only accessible by air or ice road. This is a result of historic land claims and a desire for self-determination.

Indigenous people in Canada are a diverse group with a rich history. They form a significant part of Canadian culture and are culturally distinct.

A group of people born around the same time.

The percentage of the population who are either too young (under 15) or too old (over 65) to work and support themselves.

A visual representation of a country's population by age and gender.

A military alliance of 32 countries from North America and Europe.

An international forum of 19 countries and the European Union that discusses policy pertaining to international financial stability.

The study of human populations.

The number of births per 1000 people each year.

The number of deaths per 1000 people each year.

The difference between the birth rate and death rate.

The number of people who immigrate to a country per 1000 citizens.

The number of people who emigrate from a country per 1000 citizens.

The difference between immigration rate and emigration rate.

The overall growth of a country's population, including natural increase and net migration.

Financial, technical, and material assistance provided by wealthy nations to less developed countries.

The percentage of a country's Gross National Product (GNP) that they allocate to foreign aid.

The process of systematically integrating indigenous people into the dominant culture.

Government-funded schools established in Canada to assimilate Indigenous children into Euro-Canadian culture.

Loss of land, inadequate economy, absence of self-governance, and cultural suppression, leading to severe difficulties for Indigenous people.

Indigenous individuals who leave their communities to pursue education but are seen as betraying their culture.

The belief that education leads to a loss of traditional culture, discouraging Indigenous youth from pursuing higher education.

The struggle faced by Indigenous youth to reconcile their cultural identity with colonial definitions of success.

Many First Nations communities in Canada face extreme poverty and live in conditions similar to those found in developing countries.

A significant issue on reserves is the lack of access to clean drinking water. Between 2004 and 2014, over 400 First Nations communities reported water issues.

First Nations communities often face challenges related to land rights and resource development. Development projects can occur on their traditional territories without proper consultation or compensation.

Across Canada, suicide rates among First Nations people are significantly higher than the national average, reaching five times greater.

The issue of missing and murdered Indigenous women is a grave concern, with over 800 cases reported since 1990. Many of these cases involve vulnerabilities like mental illness, substance abuse, and domestic violence.

The legacy of residential schools continues to impact First Nations communities. Forced removals, abuse, and cultural disruption have resulted in ongoing struggles for reconciliation.

The Canadian healthcare system often provides unequal access to First Nations people. They are disproportionately affected by chronic diseases, and their children are twice as likely to be hospitalized for preventable illnesses.

Mining companies often operate on Indigenous lands without fair deals or respect for traditional land rights. This can lead to disputes and environmental concerns.

Factors influencing declining birth rates and higher life expectancies. This includes greater access to contraceptives, higher female education levels, more women in professional careers, urbanization, increased cost of raising children, and secular societies.

Factors influencing higher birth rates and lower life expectancies. These include less access to contraceptives, lower female education levels, fewer women in professional careers, increased religious influence, need for children for labor and financial support, higher poverty rates, and limited access to healthcare.

The 'Baby Boom' refers to a significant increase in births following World War II (1945). This was primarily observed in the United States and Canada.

Factors impacting population changes over time. These include historical events, such as wars that result in lower birth rates and life expectancies, diseases that cause dips in population, government policies that influence population sizes, and economic factors like economic growth and government instability.

A significant increase in births due to the implementation of government policies aimed at promoting larger families. For example, China's 'one-child policy' led to fewer births.

Government policies that aim to control the number of births through access to contraceptives or family planning programs. They can lead to lower birth rates.

The total income of a country's residents and businesses, excluding income earned from foreign investments. It is a key indicator of a nation's economic health and can influence birth rates and life expectancies (higher GNI suggests better living standards).