Athletics and Physical Games

The History of Lacrosse

The Canadian Encyclopedia

Lacrosse Champions

Men from Kanien’kehá:ka (Mohawk Nation) at Kahnawà:ke who were the Canadian lacrosse champions in 1869. Image courtesy of Library and Archives Canada/C-001959.

 

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“The Stickmaker” 

Alf Jacques handmakes wood lacrosse sticks

 


 

Traditional Inuit Games

“During the dark, long winters of Northern Canada, the Inuit people traditionally kept fit and active by competing in games with each other. Many of these games were considered extremely entertaining for members of the community to watch. These games were also important in developing essential skills for the well-being and survival of the Inuit people: the strength, agility, flexibility, and endurance to survive off the land.”

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“I Want to be Like Carey” 

CBC 8th Fire Dispatch

The story of Carey Price, goaltender for the Montreal Canadiens, and the role he plays as a role-model for First Nations youth.

 

 

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