10 Questions
Which government controlled the Arctic islands inhabited by the Inuit after the transfer of territories in 1880?
Canada
Who was initially responsible for the Inuit affairs in Canada?
Indian Affairs Branch
What was the outcome of the court case known as 'Re: Eskimos' in 1939?
The Inuit were classified as Indians
Which act uses the term 'Indian' to refer to both Indians and Inuit?
British North America Act
What led to the Canadian federal government's increased involvement in the Arctic after World War II?
Concerns about Canadian sovereignty
What was the government's primary motivation behind relocating Inuit from Inukjuak to the High Arctic?
Desire to assert ownership of Arctic islands
Who pressured many Inuit into agreeing to the relocation to northern communities?
Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP)
During the initial years in Grise Fiord, the Inuit had to scrounge for food in the garbage of a nearby military base because
They were not familiar with the local food sources.
What did the Inuit request after the first year in Grise Fiord?
To return home.
When were many of the Inuit able to return home?
In the 1970s.
Quiz: Test Your Knowledge on the Inuit People's Historical Context in Canada Test your understanding of the historical background surrounding the status of the Inuit people in Canada. Explore topics such as the transfer of control over Arctic islands, lack of consultation, and the impact on Inuit communities. Challenge your knowledge with this informative quiz!
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