Louis Riel

Looks at Riel's exile in 1870 after the Red River Rebellion; examines the tensions between French and English Canada over Riel's execution; and discusses the two statues which serve as a metaphor for the relationship between liberal and colonial dynamics in Canadian political history. Later published in the Canadian Journal of Political Science, vol. 43, no. 3, 2010.

Looks at Riel's exile in 1870 after the Red River Rebellion; examines the tensions between French and English Canada over Riel's execution; and discusses the two statues which serve as a metaphor for the relationship between liberal and colonial dynamics in Canada political history.

Examines the concept of clemency and justice for Riel in the context of political and legal history of clemency.

Book review of: The False Traitor: Louis Riel in Canadian Culture by Albert Braz.

Book review of: The False Traitor by Albert Braz.

Comparative Literature Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of Toronto, 1999.

French Thesis (M.A.)--Simon Fraser University, 2006.

Trial transcript of the trial of Louis Riel which was held in Regina, Saskatchewan on Friday, July 31, 1885.

Interview with professor at the University of Manitoba regarding his thoughts on Native Studies, the Métis and other projects he is working on. Duration: 28:14.

Argues that while the Quebeçois did not support the Métis rebellion per se, they also viewed the response as an effort by Ontarians to repress French-Catholics.

Reaction to this article may be found in the Edmonton Journal, November 20, 2006, p. A19 entitled, "Riel Poem Isn't That Noteworthy".

Selections from an archival letter written by William Henry Trounce to his mother in England in May of 1875. Mr. Trounce was part of a party that escorted Louis Riel to prison in Moose Jaw following the North West Resistance. Intro by D.H. Bocking. entire issue on one .pdf, scroll to page 74.

Highlights some of the most important facts in the history of Métis resistance consulting both historiographic accounts and literary texts. Entire issue on one pdf. To access article, scroll to page 25.

This news release announces that the Glenbow Museum has acquired the archival collection of Oliver B. Buell, a distinguished CPR photographer during the late 19th century. Among the significant documents is an important letter written by Louis Riel on 1 August 1885, at the time of his trial for treason, and photographs taken by Buell at Riel's trial include a courtroom scene and portraits of Riel's defense lawyers.

This letter, written by deputy sheriff of Prince Albert following his seven-week detainment by members of the Métis resistance, provides a prisoner of war’s perspective on the battles at Duck Lake, Fish Creek and Batoche. Entire issue on one pdf file, scroll to page 24.

Examines the trial transcripts, not for guilt or innocence, but within the context of Métis sovereignty.

Sources include Record Group 10 records relating to Indian Affairs (1872-1950), Sir John A. Macdonald Papers, Alexander Mackenzie Papers, David Laird Papers, Alexander Morris Papers, Edgar Dewdney Papers, and L. Vankoughnet Letterbooks.

An essay on the history of Native American boarding schools along with a former students' personal experiences.

English and Film Studies Thesis (M.A.)--University of Alberta, 2007.

"Comprising a full and impartial account of the origin and progress of the war ... scenes in the field, the camp, and the cabin; including a history of the Indian tribes of North-Western Canada," including chapters about Poundmaker.

An account of the experience of traveling to Canada from the United States in 1901, of staking a homesteading claim, and of settling on the prairies; documents the settler practice of purchasing Métis land scrip and then filing it for the purpose of European settlement. Includes some discussion of Jock Henderson, the executioner of Louis Riel. Entire Issue on one pdf file, scroll to page 23.

"National publication for the Indians of Canada". Focus on Indigenous issues, events at residential schools and legal decisions. Articles reflect the attitudes and policies of the time.

Introduces the special section of the journal that deals with how linguistic barriers affect exchanges between Indigenous artists.

Sketch of an mob in Montreal's Victoria Square burning an effigy of Sir John A. Macdonald after the execution of Louis Riel in Regina, Saskatchewan.

Paper traces the legal contributions and struggles of Pontiac, Louis Riel, and Elijah Harper and their impact upon Canadian law.

Interview with author of book, Louis Riel and the Creation of Modern Canada: Mythic Discourse and the Post-colonial State which examines Riel's religious background and the relationship to Canada's search for a national identity. Duration: 35:33.

Joseph Boyden and John Ralston Saul discuss their books from the Extraordinary Canadians series. "October 12, 2010, Toronto Reference Library." Duration: 6:38.

Joseph Boyden and John Ralston Saul discuss their books from the Extraordinary Canadians series. "October 12, 2010, Toronto Reference Library." Duration: 9:57.

Joseph Boyden and John Ralston Saul discuss their books from the Extraordinary Canadians series. "October 12, 2010, Toronto Reference Library." Duration: 9:31.

Joseph Boyden and John Ralston Saul discuss their books from the Extraordinary Canadians series. "October 12, 2010, Toronto Reference Library." Duration: 4:55.

Joseph Boyden and John Ralston Saul discuss their books from the Extraordinary Canadians series. "October 12, 2010, Toronto Reference Library." Duration: 9:57.

Author discusses the connections between his biography of Louis Riel and Gabriel Dumont and his novel, Three Day Road. Duration: 56:29.

Looks at the significant difference between the words pardon and exoneration, in reference to Paul Chartrand's article on Bill C-248 in the December 2010 issue of Eagle Feather News. Article found by scrolling down to page 7.

Panel discussion with the authors of Riel: A Life of Revolution, Louis Riel: A Comic Strip Biography and Louis the Heretic Poems talking about the life of Louis Riel. Duration: 44:40.

Contends "that through the extreme and unique case presented by Métis resistance, the colonial Canadian state was (of desperation) forced to take extreme and unique measures." Social Sciences Bachelor's Diploma Thesis (B.A.)--University of the Fraser Valley, 2015.

Looks at the struggle between First Nations people and the Canadian state to understand why law and punishment operated as they did in the aftermath of the Rebellion.

Book review of Literary Land Claims by Margery Fee. Entire review section on one pdf. To access this review scroll to p. 155.

Book review of: Louis 'David' Riel: "Prophet of the New World" by Thomas Flanagan.

Revised edition.

Brief biography of the Métis leader.

Chronology of significant dates with links to documents in Library and Archives Canada collection.

Brief profile of Louis Riel, a prominent historic figure. Article found by scrolling to page 13.