Artefacts

Beijing 2022, jersey of John MORRIS (CAN) signed by the athlete and his partner Rachel HOMAN (CAN) of the mixed curling team.

Physical description

Red and black jersey with the Canadian NOC emblem on the upper left chest, caption: "CANADA" in the middle chest. On the front, there are silhouettes of seven trees inspired by the Red Lake forest. These seven trees represent the seven great teachings of the Anishinaabe people: love, humility, wisdom, bravery, honesty, truth and respect. Also included on the sides are four unique eagle feathers, which are given as gifts in Aboriginal communities as a sign of honour. The four feathers represent the four players in a traditional curling rink. On the back is the athlete's name: "MORRIS" above the Canadian maple leaf and the caption: "CANADA". Both athletes' signatures on both sides of the maple leaf. Size L.

Created

Created: Dynasty Apparel Created: Patrick HUNTER Created: Kevin HURRIE

Used

Used: John MORRIS Used: Rachel HOMAN

Materials

elastane, textile, polyester

Colors

red, black, multi coloured

Dimension

73 x 54 cm Dimensions à plat, 208 g

Type of item

Sport equipment -> jersey

Reference number

237961

Keywords

Beijing 2022, Olympic Winter Games Canada Male Curling/Mixed Doubles[X]Fashion Tradition Amerindian Artistic field

Notes

Beijing 2022, curling broom and jersey signed by John MORRIS and Rachel HOMAN (CAN), mixed doubles. Created by Curling Canada and the Indigenous-owned company Dynasty Curling, the team uniform follows the recommendations of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada. Twospirited Ojibiway artist Patrick Hunter, who came up with designs from his territory and culture, and designer Kevin Hurrie created a uniform that also incorporates the maple leaf and other traditional elements such as eagle feathers and the symbols of sacred medicines. Donated by the athlete