Canadian History Title



Canada in the 21st Century : Creation of Nunavut
                                                                                                                        

DEVELOPED BY: Alex Faubert

 

Historical Summary

"Our land." This is what Nunavut means in the Inuit language, Inuktitut. The creation of Nunavut has certainly benefited Canada, and more importantly, the Inuit who finally got their own land and control over it. It was important for the native Inuit of Canada, who had lost respect and got no recognition, to gain self-rule and control over their own institutions. After a number of plebiscites voting overwhelmingly in favour of self-determination, Nunavut finally became a province. Although, with the new happiness of victory also came controversy. Reversing assimilation, regaining a sense of identity, and suicide problems were big problems for the newfound provinces.

Article Critique




This is Nunavut by Ken Kirby

 

 Historical Significance

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   REVIEW QUESTIONS

  1. What date was the official creation of Nunavut?
    1. April 1, 1998
    2. April 1, 1999
    3. January 1, 1999
    4. January 1, 1998



  2. What is the capital of Nunavut?
    1. Iqaluit
    2. Pond Inlet
    3. Resolute
    4. Pelly Bay



  3. What is the population of Nunavut?
    1. 50,000
    2. 85,000
    3. 25,000
    4. 35,000



  4. Who was the first leader of Nunavut?

    1. Ryan Okalik
    2. Paul Okalik
    3. Jack Okalik
    4. Greg Okalik


     

    5.  The province of Nunavut has unemployment problems. What percentage is unemployed?

    1. 10%
    2. 38%
    3. 22%
    4. 15%