Canada: A Primary Source Cultural Guide

by Lois Sakany

A Primary Source Cultural Guide offers a distinctive look at the nation and its heritage through the use of historic photographs, engravings and paintings, maps, and artifacts. Sakany isolates important ethnicities such as the Indigenous Indian and Innuit populace, the Metis (French-Indians) and those of British, French, or other European origin. The Innuit's struggle to establish Nunavut, which covers nearly a quarter of Canada's land area, and was designated as Innuit's homeland in 1999, is also discussed. An examination of Canadian myths and legends, folklore, national recipes, dance, and distinctive contributions to art and music complete this text.

128 pages, Library Binding

First published August 1, 2004