Being an international student in Canada for less than two years, I don't really have much knowledge about Canada’s indigenous people. After reading several journal articles, some key words began to emerge: marginalized, neglected, First Nations, Metis, Inuit, residential schools, so on and so forth. I know they were being oppressed long time ago and are facing lots of obstacles at present. But I do believe every person are equal, and every one has the right to live his/her life and be the person he/she wants to be. It is astonishing to hear people say some group are “genetic inferiority”, “inherently inferior” or “racial inferiority” where there is even no scientific proofs. Luckily, there are people out there who want to help indigenous people by appealing to governors, authorities, educators to develop a more inclusive curriculum including aboriginal culture and knowledges. Thereby, younger generation would have the chance to get to know aboriginal people about their past and their present. On one hand, the majority white people, especially youths, could adjust their attitude towards indigenous people, develop good relationship with them and work together to create a better future. On the other hand, when aboriginal students see themselves reflected in textbooks and in the educational system, they could have more self-esteem, build confidence and feel a sense of belonging to the whole society.
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