Lexicon

You’re playing METTONS QUE… and suddenly have doubts about the definition of a word? No problem!

We’ve designed a lexicon to accompany the game and make it easier to understand certain complex terms related to inclusivity. If a word or concept seems unclear during the game, don’t hesitate to refer to it! This tool is there to help all participants deepen their thinking and ensure that everyone can participate fully in the discussions.

AGENDER

A person who identifies as not having a gender or being gender neutral.

BINDI

A mark, usually circular and red in color, affixed to the forehead, the seat of wisdom in Hindu tradition. In northern India, it's reserved for married women; elsewhere, anyone can wear it as make-up.

TWO-SPIRIT

A term meaning both aboriginal and queer. It is a First Nations, Inuit and Métis word for the transgression of binarity (in terms of gender or sexuality).

GENDER FLUIDITY

Refers to a person's gender identity on a spectrum that varies over time.

INSTRUMENTALIZATION

Also known as “tokenism”, instrumentalization involves making a superficial gesture towards the inclusion of members of minority groups. This symbolic effort is generally intended to create an appearance of inclusiveness and deflect accusations of discrimination.

NEURODIVERGENT PERSON

Neurodivergent people may have variations in cognitive differences, such as autism, ADD/ADHD, giftedness, dyslexia, dyscalculia and Tourette syndrome. A synonym for neurodivergent is “neuroatypical”.

NON-BINARY PERSON

This is a person whose gender identity is not limited to the binarity of male and female. Non-binary is an umbrella term that includes, among others, people who identify as both male and female, or neither.

CLOSED WORK PERMIT

A closed work permit authorizes a person to work for a single employer in Canada, clearly defined before leaving for Canada and listed on the work permit. It is with this specific employer that the person takes steps to obtain a Canadian work permit.

PRONOUNS

Pronouns are words used to designate a person (e.g. il, elle, iel). The neuter pronoun (iel) is used to refer to a person whose gender is not specified or who does not identify as male or female. If a person uses more than one pronoun (e.g. il and iel), you can use both or alternate them.

TUNIIT

The traditional facial tattoos of the Inuit of the North American Arctic are called tunniit (ᑐᓃᑦ) and mark the transition from girl to woman. The practice is almost exclusively feminine, with women exclusively tattooing other women for various purposes.

TICHEL

The tichel, also known as mitpachat, is a scarf worn by many married Orthodox Jewish women, in accordance with the code of modesty known as tzniut.