Chief Big Bear of the Plains Cree
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Description
Black and White photograph Chief Big Bear of the plains Cree in western style clothing.
Designed for First Nations wanting to establish their own laws in response to the Act respecting First Nations, Inuit and Métis children, youth and families (Bill C-92).
Historical note:
On 2 May 1885 Lieutenant Colonel William Otter was defeated by Poundmaker's war chief Fine-Day at the Battle of Cut Knife near Battleford, SK. A flying column of Canadian militia and army regulars was defeated by Poundmaker despite their use of a Gatling gun.Historical note:
Harold Nelson Woodsworth served as an Indian Agent at a number of agencies in Saskatchewan.Teacher-created lesson plan developed in conjunction with the McDowell Foundation project Culture-Based School Mathematics for Reconciliation and Professional Development.
Accompanying Material: Teacher Guide; Timeline Cards; Online Resources