Essay Series IIIMr. Laychuk 2008

Explain how First Nations have passed on knowledge, traditions and culture over time. your answer using specific examples.

Oral HistoryOral history explains the origins of

the people and their spiritual relationship to the land, including the responsibility of stewardship to the land and resources.

Governing SystemGoverning systems that were

developed ensured stewardship was maintained from generation to generation.

Holistic education, children learned by observation and practice.

The entire community was responsible for educating children. Children learned from “hands-on” experience.

Native Education

CeremoniesSpecial ceremonies and rites marked

the transition from adolescence into adulthood.

Children learned much about the land and resources by experience as they traveled with their families between seasonal camps.

First Nations knowledge is passed from generation to generation by stories, narratives, songs, dances and ceremonies.

Education

Contemporary artists blend the past and the present to create art pieces that preserve the stories.

The Arts

Native Art

PoetsArtistsWritersMusiciansActors

The Arts

Tourism that meets the needs of present tourists and host regions while protecting and enhancing opportunities for the future."

Ecotourism

EldersFirst Nations

schoolsCultural teachers

and resources in schools

Traditional camps

Cultural Aspects

Cultural MuseumsMuseums enable First Nations to explore

collections for inspiration, learning and enjoyment. They collect, safeguard and make accessible artifacts and specimens, which they hold in trust for society.

Aboriginal Peoples Television Network

is the first national Aboriginal television network in the world with programming by, for and about Aboriginal Peoples, to share with all Canadians as well as viewers around the world.

TV showsNorth of 60Beach combers?

BC Aboriginal GamesGovernment Policies:right to vote1951 revisionsBill C-31reserve systemwomen’s rightsenfranchisement = loss of statuseliminate Indian ActWhite Paper