Over the course of history, many Aboriginal people of Canada have played a critical role in shaping the countries future. Excelling in many fields like art and entertainment, sports, law, government, war, etc, these Aboriginal people and their customs and cultures have had a strong and long influence in defining the culture of Canada. Following, in random order, are some of the notable Aboriginal people of Canada.
Notable Aboriginals of Canada
Language and Culture
As the Aborigines evolved, they started settling down and forming their communities. Along with settlements came the need of languages. Canada has a rich heritage of Aboriginal languages spoken by the different communities of First Nations, Inuit and Métis. These languages have connected and bound the people together since many centuries. The Aboriginal languages have also contributed a lot to the English language. Many words used in today’s English are derived from these Aboriginal languages.
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Alberta, situated in the western part of Canada, is home to one of the largest, youngest and fastest growing Aboriginal population in Canada.
“Larger than life” is the motto of Yukon. Ravens and fireweed, which can be seen all over the region are symbols of beautiful territory called, Yukon.
Around 50 nations and 200 communities of First Nations live in British Columbia making it the region with highest diversity of First Nations.