Moose Cree First Nation

Human Ecology Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of Alberta, 2005,

Examines an Indigenous research methodology practiced by the author during their PhD research with the Omushkego people, the Moose Cree First Nation (Moose Factory, Ontario, Canada). Centers on Métis and Cree ways of being, milo pimatisiwin (the good life), relationality, land-based pedagogy, and Indigenous values. Focuses on decolonizing research by prioritizing kinship and community values.

Describes an initiative in the Moose Cree First Nation community which focused on the Cree philosophy milo pimatisiwin (good and healthy living). Discusses program elements which included land-based initiatives, sharing teachings over the local radio, and feedback from youth.

File contains a presentation by Chief Norm Wesley of the Moose Cree First Nation provides a brief history of the Moose Factory area, mentioning in particular the fur trade and the Hudson's Bay Company. Wesley states that Aboriginal peoples can't go back to their original way of life and calls upon the Elders in the community to keep the traditional ways alive by sharing their knowledge with the youth.

File contains a presentation by John Beck, an education consultant working with the Moose Cree Education Authority. Beck gives his address however on behalf of the regional educational body. Beck discusses the composition of the regional board, and programming they have undertaken including Native Studies and student centres for youth.

Despite some concerns raised, 14 of the 17 key individuals interviewed remained in favour of the impact and benefit agreements.

Miawpukek First Nation, Moose Cree First Nation, Oujé-Bougoumou Cree Nation, Peigan First Nation, Six Nations of the Grand River and Westbank First Nation.