Adrian Hope has been active in Metis politics since the 1920s. He was involved in the organization of the Metis Association of Alberta, the Ewing Commission hearings, and the development of Metis colonies in Alberta.
Art Davis, a professor of sociology, hired Jim Brady as a research technician/interviewer for work in the north. Davis discusses Brady's work, his personality, his politics and compares Brady to Malcolm Norris.
Journal of American History, vol. 63, no. 3, December 1976, pp. 658-669
Description
Discusses several books that delve into the history and policy for American Indians, including issues related to law and justice, education, and cross-cultural relations.
Glen Lindgren has worked in northern Saskatchewan for many years in the field of education. He was active in the CCF/NDP party and was one of those responsible for drafting the proposal on the single agency for the north.
Historical data based on 1981 Census. Analysis of key demographic, social and economic indicators and comparison between on- and off-reserve populations.
Historical data based on 1981 Census. Analysis of key demographic, social and economic indicators and comparison between on- and off-reserve populations.
Pierre Carriere was a close friend of Jim Brady. He talks about the history of Cumberland House, social life as it changed from the pre-war period to the present ; Jim Brady's role as a leader in the community ; the fishing and forestry industry ; the CCF government and its programs ; Malcolm Norris and his activities ; the effect of the war on the town and the role of the Legion.
Native Studies Review, vol. 2, no. 1, 1986, pp. 45-67
Description
Focuses on Commission's recommendations for dealing with, "The Indian people in the North of Ontario" and suggests circumstances and time may have eliminated any impact the recommendations could have achieved.
[A Survey of the Contemporary Indians of Canada: Economic, Political, Educational Needs and Policies]
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
[Dennis Madill]
no. Second Edition
Description
Discusses background to the report and responses to the recommendations contained in it.
Actual title of the report: A Survey of the Contemporary Indians of Canada: Economic, Political, Educational Needs and Policies.
A summary of what the Treaty #6 elders have said in interviews about the nature of the treaty and the rights guaranteed to the Indian people by treaty.