Humour and laughter play a very important role in the life of the Aboriginal peoples, such as the Inuit, the Innu and all of the other nations.
Laughter entertains and amuses people. It can also heal the sick and make it easier to get through hard times of life, such as death and illness.
The Aboriginals also believe it is important to know how to laugh kindly about ourselves and our errors. This way, situations seem lighter and less serious. Laughing at oneself is also a great sign of wisdom.
On long winter evenings, the Aboriginal peoples like to get together to laugh and have fun, creating good times.
Humour is also part of many Aboriginal legends. It is used to explain the origin of the world and teach life lessons from generation to generation.