Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) Practice Test

Which group of children were specifically placed in institutions in Canada due to their race?

1. Black children

2. Aboriginal children

3. Immigrant children

4. Children with disabilities

The correct answer is: Aboriginal children

The correct answer focuses on Aboriginal children, who were specifically placed in institutions, such as residential schools, in Canada due to their race and cultural background. This practice stemmed from colonial policies aimed at assimilating Indigenous peoples into Euro-Canadian society. The government and church-run schools were part of a systematic effort to eradicate Indigenous cultures and languages, which has had long-lasting impacts on these communities. This historical context highlights the injustices faced by Aboriginal children, who, unlike other groups listed, were subjected to this institutionalization specifically due to their ethnicity. The legacy of these policies has led to ongoing social, economic, and cultural challenges for Indigenous populations in Canada today, reflecting a need for recognition and reconciliation. In contrast, while Black children, immigrant children, and children with disabilities have faced varying degrees of discrimination and marginalization, their experiences do not align as closely with the specific institutionalization policies directed at Aboriginal children.