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La Nourriture

S1 E2
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2004

The menu of Montagnais has evolved according to the times. Before the arrival of the flour, she ate mostly game and fish. Subsequently, the trading posts made it possible to buy tea, sugar, animal fats and, of course, precious flour. In a second time, Shanipiap makes us discover the medicinal virtues of tea. It also teaches us to cook la 'banique'

Levels:
Élémentaire 3e année 4e année 5e année 6e année
Subjects:
Études sociales, histoire et géographie Communauté et environnement Patrimoine et identité Français
Themes:
Perspectives autochtones
French level:
C1 : Autonome
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E1 : Le rêve

24 min
In this first episode, Shanipiap talks about dreams. Dreams greatly influenced the daily life of the Innu.
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E2 : La Nourriture

24 min
The menu of Montagnais has evolved according to the times. Before the arrival of the flour, she ate mostly game and fish. Subsequently, the trading posts made it possible to buy tea, sugar, animal fats and, of course, precious flour. In a second time, Shanipiap makes us discover the medicinal virtues of tea. It also teaches us to cook…
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E3 : Les héros

24 min
In this episode, Shanipiap tells us about heroes! First, she tells us the story of this mythical hero who protected the Montagnais.
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E4 : J'ai une bonne idée!

24 min
In this episode, Shanipiap tells us that there are a lot of ingenious ideas that are of Indigenous origin.
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E5 : Les moyens de transport

24 min
Transportation has played a major role in most Indigenous cultures in Canada.
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E6 : La famille

24 min
In this episode, Shanipiap tells us about the Montagnais family. As it was a nomadic people, the organization was paramount to them. Each member had to play his role in the daily routine. In a second time, Katherine tells us about the holidays and explains us that, for the Innu community, the celebrations are revealing of the great…
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E7 : La mode

24 min
In this episode, Shanipiap talks about fashion. The first clothes of the Indigenous People were warm and comfortable, totally adapted to the cold climate. Then, Katherine and Bruno discuss the influence of the indigenous fashion.
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E8 : La musique

24 min
Shanipiap explains that music is a very effective way to convey the traditions of the Innu community. That's why, every generation of Montagnais has been sharing the love of music with the youngest. Bruno and Katherine introduce us to various musical instruments.
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E10 : J'me soigne

24 min
In this episode, Shanipiap introduces us to traditional First Nations medicine. She tells us that before Europeans arrive, First Nations have their own herbal medicine. A number of people are interested today.
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E11 : Les sports

24 min 2 s
Sports have always been important for Montagnais. Shanipiap explains that they help develop the coordination and skills needed for hunting. Then, Bruno and Katherine are proudly introducing contemporary Indigenous athletes.
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E13 : Le commerce

24 min
In this episode, Shanipiap tells us about the origins of the Indigenous and European fur trade, as well as the creation of the Hudson's Bay Company and the North West Company.
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E14 : La pêche

24 min
Fishing is an important livelihood, as well as hunting and trapping for the Innu community. In this episode, Shanipiap describes all the varieties of fish caught by the Innu. Bruno and Katherine also introduce us to the different baits and fishing techniques used by the Montagnais.
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E15 : La chasse

24 min
For millennia, hunting has been one of the most noble activities of the First Nations.
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E16 : Le caribou

24 min
Caribou have been in the Indigenous world for hundreds of years. In this episode, Shanipiap, Bruno and Katherine present the characteristics of this symbolic animal and the role it played in the survival of the Innu people.
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E17 : Les minéraux

24 min
Shanipiap tells us how the discovery of a huge iron deposit changed the life of the Innu. In this episode, we discover the importance of minerals for making various useful and decorative objects in the daily life of Montagnais.
    Levels:
    Élémentaire 3e année 4e année 5e année 6e année
    Subjects:
    Études sociales, histoire et géographie Communauté et environnement Patrimoine et identité Français
    Themes:
    Perspectives autochtones
    French level:
    C1 : Autonome