This learning module, which is part of a three-block series intended to help human service workers develop the skills necessary to solve the problems encountered in their daily contact with elderly clients of different cultural backgrounds, deals with the cultural heritage of Native Canadians. The module begins with a brief introduction and listing of objectives. The first main section describes several aspects of Canadian history that have contributed to cultural changes among Native Canadians. Some of the difficulties and predicaments that the elder Native populations experienced after the arrival of the first European immigrants are examined. The importance of the Native culture for elders of Native origin is stressed in a section dealing with such aspects of custom and tradition as economics, Indian spirituality (religion), Native celebrations, and diet. A list of selected readings and descriptions of 10 pertinent films are appended. (MN)