Hidden Gems: Uncovering Lesser-Known Canadian Cultures

The Inuit are a First Nations people who live in the Arctic regions of Canada. They are known for their traditional way of life, which includes hunting, fishing, and whaling. There are over 65,000 Inuit people living in Canada.

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The Blackfoot are a First Nations people who live in Alberta and Montana. They are known for their traditional way of life, which includes hunting, fishing, and gathering. There are over 40,000 Blackfoot people living in Canada.

Photo Credits: The Canadian Encyclopedia

 

The Doukhobors are a religious group that originated in Russia in the 17th century. They are known for their pacifism and their rejection of material possessions. There are over 10,000 Doukhobors living in Canada, mostly in British Columbia.

 

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The Mennonites are another religious group that originated in Switzerland in the 16th century. They are known for their pacifism and their emphasis on community. There are over 200,000 Mennonites living in Canada, mostly in the prairie provinces and Ontario.

Photo Credit: Canadian Mennonite

The Hutterites are a religious group that originated in Switzerland in the 16th century. They are known for their simple lifestyle and communal living. There are over 40,000 Hutterites living in Canada, mostly in the prairie provinces.

 

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These are just a few of the many unknown cultures that can be found in Canada. Each culture has its own unique history, traditions, and way of life. By learning about these cultures, we can gain a better understanding of the diversity that makes Canada such a special place.

I hope you found these facts interesting!

 

References: 

Britannica

The Canadian Encyclopedia

Wikipedia

Canadian Mennonite

NPR