Canadian archaeologists always use the term prehistoric when referring to ancestors of First Nations,Inuit,and Métis cultures,since these people did not have a history until the Europeans arrived.

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This statement is incorrect. First Nations, Inuit, and Métis cultures did have a history and rich culture and traditions prior to European arrival. The term prehistoric implies a lack of culture and development, which is not accurate or respectful to these indigenous communities. Canadian archaeologists and historians now generally use the term pre-contact to describe the time period before European colonization.

Canadian Archaeologists Always Use the Term Prehistoric When Referring to Ancestors