Aboriginal and Colonial Geographies of the File Hills Farm Colony
Theses
Author/Creator
C. Drew Bednasek
Description
Geography Thesis (Ph.D.)--Queen's University, 2009.
Discusses Ininewuk (Cree) perspectives of astronomy, including mythology, stories and unique interpretations.
Includes key questions, outcomes and indicators, "Getting to Know My Community" inquiry questions about spirit and intent, historical context, and treaty promises and provisions, teacher background information, and suggested resources.
Describes the Anishinaabeg approach to the quest to live a long, healthy life (Medewiwin), how it is connected to the ceremonial lodge and the physical structure of the lodge itself. One of three articles published in the Selkirk Chronicle in 1887 under the title Indian Mythology.