Canada’s fastest growing, discriminated race, unhappy with what they call home
In CBC’s 8th Fire series; many aboriginals address the commonly known stereotypes and difficulties that they have been facing for a long period of time. It rises many mixed emotions for viewers but Canada is turning into a very diverse country and everyone is given equal opportunities if they strive for them.
Long ago Aboriginals were given parcels of land called reserves for them specifically to live on. Under today’s government, first nation people are welcome to live wherever they choose.
Though they don’t feel that way…
Aboriginals often state that Reserves are not built on good land and that they don’t have many opportunities, as they are isolated from large cities. At the same time many Canadian citizens live in small towns with little job opportunities so they commute to the larger cities for work.
50% of aboriginals are now living in cities and do not like it there either because they say they are treated differently by the stereotypes and negativity. They feel they are “being pushed out of school because they don’t feel included”. One in three aboriginal kids do not finish high school.
Canada is now a huge melting pot of a variety of cultures and it is not just First Nations that feel awkward with where they live. The number of …show more content…
First Nation culture is a big part of the Canadian curriculum. There are many First Nation programs and resources available now. From cultural teachings to help with addictions, there is always somewhere for them to learn or get help. There are schools made especially for people with a First Nation status and many seats in Universities and colleges are set aside and reserved for First Nation people increasing the opportunities for education. Canada is slowly adapting programs and education resources to meet the needs of the First Nation population with the goal of increasing their
In CBC’s 8th Fire series; many aboriginals address the commonly known stereotypes and difficulties that they have been facing for a long period of time. It rises many mixed emotions for viewers but Canada is turning into a very diverse country and everyone is given equal opportunities if they strive for them.
Long ago Aboriginals were given parcels of land called reserves for them specifically to live on. Under today’s government, first nation people are welcome to live wherever they choose.
Though they don’t feel that way…
Aboriginals often state that Reserves are not built on good land and that they don’t have many opportunities, as they are isolated from large cities. At the same time many Canadian citizens live in small towns with little job opportunities so they commute to the larger cities for work.
50% of aboriginals are now living in cities and do not like it there either because they say they are treated differently by the stereotypes and negativity. They feel they are “being pushed out of school because they don’t feel included”. One in three aboriginal kids do not finish high school.
Canada is now a huge melting pot of a variety of cultures and it is not just First Nations that feel awkward with where they live. The number of …show more content…
First Nation culture is a big part of the Canadian curriculum. There are many First Nation programs and resources available now. From cultural teachings to help with addictions, there is always somewhere for them to learn or get help. There are schools made especially for people with a First Nation status and many seats in Universities and colleges are set aside and reserved for First Nation people increasing the opportunities for education. Canada is slowly adapting programs and education resources to meet the needs of the First Nation population with the goal of increasing their