Social Studies 12 – BC First Peoples

These flashcards cover key vocabulary terms important for understanding Indigenous identity, community dynamics, decolonization efforts, and contemporary issues related to Indigenous Peoples in Canada.

Indian Act

Legislation that governs Indian status, rights, and federal responsibilities towards Indigenous Peoples in Canada.

Enfranchised

The process by which Indigenous individuals or groups lose their Indian status and rights in exchange for certain privileges.

Marginalization

The social process of making a group or class of people less important or relegated to a peripheral position in society.

Status Indian

An Indigenous person who is registered under the Indian Act and entitled to certain rights and benefits.

Non-Status Indian

An Indigenous person who is not registered under the Indian Act and therefore does not have access to the same rights as status Indians.

Métis Citizen

An individual of mixed Indigenous and European ancestry who identifies with the Métis community and culture.

Métis Nation Accord

Agreements outlining the governance and rights of the Métis Nation in relation to provincial and federal governments.

Decolonization

The process of deconstructing colonial ideologies and practices, allowing Indigenous Peoples to reclaim authority over their land, culture, and identity.

Indigenization

The process of incorporating Indigenous perspectives, knowledge, and practices into various sectors of society.

Cultural Genocide

Actions aimed at eradicating the cultural identity of a group, including language, practices, and traditions.

Sixties Scoop

A practice in Canada during the 1960s where Indigenous children were removed from their families and placed into non-Indigenous homes.

Environmental Stewardship

The responsible management and protection of the environment, with consideration for ecological sustainability and Indigenous rights.

UNDRIP

The United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, outlining global standards for the rights of Indigenous Peoples.

Self-Governance

The right of Indigenous groups to govern themselves and make their own decisions without external interference.

Racial Microaggressions

Subtle, often unintentional, discriminatory comments or behaviors that reinforce stereotypes about a particular group.

Postcolonialism

An academic discipline that analyzes the effects and ongoing impacts of colonialism on cultures and societies.