Has the Creation of Nunavut Come too Quickly? The North of Canada may invoke thoughts of polar bears, penguins, and Eskimos, however this region has a history of exploitation. Since the 1940's, the Inuit people (Eskimo is considered a derogatory term by locals) have been forced to assimilate to Canadian laws and language. Prior to the arrival of the Canadian officials and their economic and law systems and infrastructures, the Inuit lived in small groups off the tundra. Their economic system
Territories. The Inuik people that lived in the Northwest Territories were the reason behind the motivation for the separation. After a long hard process, filled with agreements and disagreements, Nunavut was finally declared its own territory and was separated from the Northwest Territories. Nunavut, which in Inuktitut means “Our Land”, was the first significant change to the map of Canada since Newfound land and Labrador joined confederation in 1949. The idea of separating the Northwest Territories
of the vast area was accepted by other nations. In 1880 British sovereignty over the area was passed to Canada. In 1999 the Territory of Nunavut was established returning a measure of sovereignty to the descendents of the original inhabitants - the Inuit. In the very area that Frobisher had claimed for his Queen four hundred years before lies the capital of Nunavut - Iqaluit.
Facts About Eskimos You Never Knew. Eskimos are indigenous people who inhabit the northern circular region of eastern Siberia, Canada, across Alaska and Greenland. They are popularly called snowmen. The term ‘Eskimo’ is however taught to be slightly racist and they consider it an insult. The accepted term that many of them use is ‘Inuit’ with an individual member called ‘Inuk.’ The term may be misleading since Inuit people belong to Yupik and Inupiat, cultural groups. There are approximately 80000
Natives and Self-government From the moment of organized European appearances in North America, negotiation has been a central characteristic of relationships between aboriginal residents and newcomers. It is a characteristic that has been evident in treaty-making throughout Canada for more than three hundred years and it continues to be the order of the day in modern treaties, claims and agreements being negotiated with First Nations, Inuit, and Métis across in Canada. 1 One of the central issues
Climate change is perhaps the greatest challenge the human race currently faces. We Canadians are more prone to it, as we have the greater amount of population up north than any other country in the world. It seems as if though we don’t see much of it, well for us further south to the border, that’s because it happens where we cannot see it; up in the ice, or what is left of it I suppose. No one realizes the damage that is being caused, to us and other ecosystems. However, the Canadians are not the
indigenous people located in the Arctic; specifically Nunavut, Russia, Alaska, and Greenland. Interestingly, the Inuits have a distinct and unique culture, and partially a resilient one. Now, how might Inuit culture be related to Inuit resilience? Focusing on this question, my report will discuss Inuit culture, history, and resilience. Inuit Culture First of all, this paragraph will go into Inuit culture. Starting off with the Inuit language, in Nunavut — which means “our land” in Inuktitut — different
Democracy can be defined as a form of government, where a constitution guarantees basic personal and political rights, fair and free elections, and independent courts of law. Democracy has affected Canada in different ways but, although Democracy is a general concept for a governing process but can have quite different manifestations because of the exercising of decision-making, subject to rule of law and rights and freedoms of individuals. Representative democracy is known as a type of democracy
is really different because it’s so small yet so cool. With no land boundary, many bays and harbours, rolling hills, red and white sandy beaches, ocean coves and red soil. A place you can lay back and relax while enjoying the sunset.Then there’s Nunavut. A big part of Northern
feminist, donated money to the homeless and starving, not buying leathers, furs, bone, etc. items, recycling, buying fair trade, but Alethea Arnaquq-Barill made it seem like I was the one out clubbing baby harp seals. Born in the capital city of Nunavut, Iqaluit, one of her first memories is going seal hunting. In the Inuit culture, seals provides them food and clothing for themselves as well as an income. It is a happy day when someone bring home a seal, calling out for a community dinner. But the
out of the school because his uncle Angus couldn’t afford it once the fur prices went down. So he went to go live with his uncle Angus in a forest somewhere in Northern Manitoba. Near this forest there is a river that takes you all the way down to Nunavut. After Uncle Angus and Alphonse Meewasin leave to go sell the furs. The Chipewyans come down saying that they did not get enough food for the winter. So the boys go with them. They get lost and have to survive in the arctic plains. They plains are
World War I was the First World War to have affected many countries on a global scale. Along with the millions of people who were killed, many countries were thrown into a state of economic instability that would last for several years. Although the consequences were detrimental, Canada did many things during and after the war to solve the problem. Among many things, Canada played a major part in the war effort during the war. According to Reader’s Digest, “Canada mobilized with amazing speed: A
Suicide is a misfortune that affects many people and areas around the world in a remarkably significant way. One group, the Inuit people of the territory of Nunavut in Northern Canada, are a population that experience extremely high levels of suicide. In fact, Inuit youth represent the highest group to die of suicide. In 2002, 26.4% of all Inuit deaths that occurred between the ages of 15 and 24 were attributed to suicide (Health Canada, 2011). Furthermore, a study conducted in 2012 mentioned that
Part A: ) Historical Perspective 1) How do you see the study of Canadian history being of benefit to your life and to your career goals? Answer: If we study anything with interest then it has several advantages to us. Studying about Canadian history has various benefits to me personally . Although I can enhance my knowledge and can learn many valuable things. As I am fascinated by history consequently, it will clear my points and will be useful for me in my vocation objectives. Also, I can get chance
Canada is divided into six regions in this course. Which on of the following three criteria was selected for each region: economy, landforms, politics? Explain why these criteria were chosen. Suggest two criteria for both the Western Interior and British Columbia regions. (15 marks) In this course, Canada is divided into six regions; the Atlantic Provinces, the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Lowlands, the Canadian Shield, the Western Interior, British Columbia and the North. A region is an area of
Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland and Labrador . The territories are the Yukon, Northwest Territories and Nunavut. Capitals of the provinces and territories are listed below: Province or Territory Capital City Alberta Edmonton British Columbia Victoria Manitoba Winnipeg New Brunswick Fredericton Newfoundland and Labrador St. John's Northwest Territories Yellowknife Nova Scotia Halifax Nunavut Iqaluit Ontario Toronto Prince Edward Island Charlottetown Quebec Quebec City Saskatchewan Regina Yukon Whitehorse
Canada might only be 148 years old, but its origin of law can be traced back nearly centuries ago. The rule of law dates back to 1215, when King John, in England, issued the Magna Carta. Magna Carta was essentially a document about judicial procedures. The rule of law is intended to be equal and protect individuals and that no one person is above the law. All persons are compelled, obligated, and liable by the law and are entitled to be protected by the very same law. Having ties with England over
Timeline of Events, Provinces, and Territories - September 1st, 1864: The Charlottetown Conference opened to discuss about the confederation of every British North American province, territory, and colony. - October 10th, 1864: The Quebec Conference opened for discussion of the Seventy-Two Resolutions, as well as the Confederation of Canada. - December 4th, 1866: The London Conference opened (as the last conference) for discussion about passing resolution and redrafting the BNA (British North American)
Cayddrick Ballard Mrs. Boyd World Cultures 1302.460 24 April 2017 INUIT What is your prediction of the future of this tribe? There are several factors that are attributing to the future of the Inuit tribe, however, the most important is the disappearance of their natural environment the arctic circle. Global climate change, with its resulting loss of sea ice, has opened up access to the Arctic Ocean as never before. Moreover, the rate of global warming and the pace of development are accelerating
Recently deceased former South African president, philanthropist, politician and human rights activist, Nelson Mandela states that “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” A significant lack of education, awareness and understanding has resulted in continued naïve and ignorant attitudes, stereotypes, generalizations, and classifications towards Aboriginal people through forms of media, popular culture, family beliefs and educational teachings in schools. Educational