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What main challenge did a Russian family face when settling in Canada?
What main challenge did a Russian family face when settling in Canada?
- Understanding local customs
- Navigating linguistic barriers
- Finding employment in urban areas
- Dealing with harsh winters (correct)
Which of the following were restrictions imposed on Indigenous people living on reserves?
Which of the following were restrictions imposed on Indigenous people living on reserves?
- Access to education (correct)
- Right to vote in national elections
- Control over economic ventures (correct)
- Freedom of movement outside reserves (correct)
Which group of Indigenous nations is collectively known as the 3 Fires Confederacy?
Which group of Indigenous nations is collectively known as the 3 Fires Confederacy?
- Haudenosaunee, Cree, and Ojibwe
- Anishnabeg, Wyandot, and Chippewa
- Ojibwe, Odawa, and Potawatomi (correct)
- Mohawk, Odawa, and Algonquin
What legislation passed in 1876 significantly affected the lives of Indigenous peoples in Canada?
What legislation passed in 1876 significantly affected the lives of Indigenous peoples in Canada?
What was one consequence of the Indian Act concerning education for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples?
What was one consequence of the Indian Act concerning education for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples?
Flashcards
What was the purpose of the Indian Act?
What was the purpose of the Indian Act?
The Indian Act was passed in 1876, and it was designed to manage "Indians" and their land. The Act attempted to control various aspects of Indigenous people's lives, including their housing, health services, and even their education.
How did the Indian Act limit land use for Indigenous People?
How did the Indian Act limit land use for Indigenous People?
The Indian Act imposed restrictions on where and how Indigenous people could live. Land was set aside in specific areas called 'reserves,' limiting Indigenous communities' freedom of movement and opportunities to manage their own lands effectively.
What were the economic limitations of Indigenous people under the Indian Act?
What were the economic limitations of Indigenous people under the Indian Act?
The Indian Act severely restricted the economic opportunities available to Indigenous peoples. Their ability to engage in trade, manage their own resources, and control their economic futures was severely limited.
How did the Indian Act affect access to education for Indigenous Peoples?
How did the Indian Act affect access to education for Indigenous Peoples?
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What happened to Indigenous peoples' autonomy under the Indian Act?
What happened to Indigenous peoples' autonomy under the Indian Act?
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Study Notes
Doukhobors
- Doukhobors were a Russian religious group.
- They migrated to Western Canada.
- Faced significant challenges like harsh winters and establishing settlements from scratch.
Indigenous Challenges on Reserves
- Indigenous peoples faced difficulties living on reserves due to restrictions on land use.
- Limited economic opportunities and lack of basic services were also significant issues.
Indigenous Land Acknowledgement (Bradford)
- The land of Bradford is on the traditional territory of the Anishnabeg.
- The Anishnabeg consist of the Ojibwe, Odawa, and Potawatomi nations, known as the Three Fires Confederacy.
- Bradford is part of a specific treaty.
Indian Act (1876)
- The Indian Act of 1876 was enacted to impose control over Indigenous peoples and their lands.
- The Canadian government took control of various aspects like housing and healthcare.
Impacts of the Indian Act on FNMI Peoples
- Reserves were implemented as a way to control Indigenous territories.
- Residential schools were established to assimilate Indigenous children.
- Indigenous people were denied post-secondary education opportunities.
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Description
This quiz explores the experiences of Doukhobors and Indigenous peoples in Canada, focusing on their migration, challenges on reserves, and the impacts of the Indian Act of 1876. Dive into the historical context and learn about the traditional territories and rights of these communities.
