British Columbia Heritage Series. Series 1, Our Native Peoples ; vol. 4
Social Studies Bulletin
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Provincial Archives [of British Columbia]
Description
Booklet relating to the Haida people of northern coastal BC, describing various aspects of Haida culture such as daily subsistence, spirituality, shamanism, family life and legends.
Part one of W.O. Mitchell's article on the life of Louis Riel, from his Manitoba childhood to college life in Montreal, to the Frog Lake Massacre in April 1885.
Folder containing a letter entitled "Indians Beware" by Andy Paull, President of the Native American Brotherhood, warning of the Federal Government's plans to assimilate Indigenous peoples into white society. Also, correspondence from Paul regarding taxation of Indigenous people living on reserves, amendments to the Indian Act and assistance. 2 issues of The Thunderbird.
Governor General Vincent Massey at microphone with aboriginal man speaking at the unveiling ceremony of the Cut Knife Hill historic marker. Several onlookers in background including RCMP in formal dress.