TDSB Orange Shirt Day Activity

When is Orange Shirt Day, also known as National Truth and Reconciliation Day?

• September 21st

• October 3rd

• September 30th

• November 4th

Which of the Indigenous groups is not mentioned in our land acknowledgement

• Mississaugas of the Anishinaabe

• Haudenosaunee

• Wendat

• Mi'kmaq

Which of these are Indigenous values?

• Truth

• All of the above

• Honesty

• Bravery

What is the definition of cultural appropriation?

• The act of an Individual from a particular (Usually privileged or dominant) culture adopting cultural/religious elements of a marginalized culture, insensibly

• Appreciating everyone's culture

• A holiday that celebrates Canada

• Understanding the significance of a a particular practice, object, traditom and not undermining or destroying it's significance or value.

What are the negative effects of cultural appropriation?

• More awareness is spread to appreciate different cultures.

• Ignoring the value, significance, and meaning of the valuable object or practice

• All of the above

• None of the above

What was the name of the child that orange shirt day was created around?

• Adooeette Smith

• Phyllis Webstad

• Misu Omawnakw

• Ruby Muraco

Cultural appreciation is . . .

• Histories of oppression and marginalization surrounding the particular object, practice, or tradition of a culture

• Taking parts of other people's cultures as your own even if you're not part of the culture yourself.

• Understanding the significance of a particular practice/object/tradition and not undermining or destroying its significance or value

• Using items or objects from a closed practice because you find them cool

When did the last residential school in Canada close?

• 1996

• 1982

• 1963

• 2001

What month does TDSB recognize as National Indigenous Peoples Month?

• June

• November

• January

• August

What can YOU do to support the Indigenous peoples in Canada?

• Raise Awareness

• Volunteer with Indigenous organizations

• Educate yourself on Indigenous cultures

• Support Indigenous rights and advocate for those who don't get a voice