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THE ONTARIO CURRICULUM, GRADES 9–12 | Social Sciences and Humanities
social justice. A concept based on the belief that each individual and group within a given society has a right to equal opportunity, civil liberties, and full participation in the social, educational, economic, institutional, and moral freedoms and responsibilities of that society.
stereotype. A false or generalized, and usually negative, conception of a group of people that results in the unconscious or conscious catego­ rization of each member of that group, without regard for individual differences. Stereotyping may be based on race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family status, disability, or other similar factors.
systemic discrimination. A pattern of discrimi­ nation that arises out of apparently neutral institutional policies or practices, that is rein­ forced by institutional structures and power dynamics, and that results in the differential and unequal treatment of members of certain groups. See also individual discrimination.
transgender. A term applied to individuals whose gender identity is not consistent with their biological sex. Transgender is not a sexual orientation.
FAMILY STUDIES
Fashion and Housing
blind stitching. A sewing technique in which stitches that are not intended to be seen are made on the surface of a fabric or garment.
CAD (computer-aided design). The use of
computer technology in the process of fashion design or documentation.
concept board. A collage of design sketches, colour swatches, and other images and/or patterns that serve as inspiration for a fashion design or collection, or an interior design.
croquis. A sketch of a figure on which fashion illustrations can be drawn.
dance shawl. A colourful, fringed shawl typically worn by women in a number of different First Nation communities for some traditional dances.
dart. A sewn fold designed to allow a garment to fit more closely to the wearer’s body.
dashiki. A colourful, loose-fitting shirt, typically worn by men, that is traditional to many West African countries.
discretionary expense. An expense that is not considered essential to meeting one’s needs.
ease. Extra room designed into clothing to allow the wearer to move comfortably.
elements of design. Fundamental components of design, including colour, form, line, shape, space, texture, and value.
Empire waist. A waistline on a dress or shirt that is placed higher than the natural waistline, often just below the bust.
escrow. An amount of money held by a lender or neutral third party to be disbursed on certain conditions. Escrow accounts are often used in real estate transactions or can be used by home owners to pay taxes and/or insurance.
fabric. A cloth made by weaving, felting, or knitting fibres.
fad. A fashion that becomes very popular for a brief period of time.
fair trade. An approach to international trade, with the goal of social and environmental sus­ tainability and fair compensation to producers. In the fashion industry, fair trade fibres and fabrics, such as silk and cotton, as well as clothing are available.
fashion cycle. The process by which a particular style or trend becomes very popular and then fades from popularity, displaced by a new style or trend.
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