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.
Canadian Journal of Native Studies, vol. 6, no. 1, 1986, pp. 65-75
Description
Presents reasons why Indigenous groups should use principles of self-determination, culture and racial preservation as determinants of citizenship and membership.
The Canadian Journal of Native Studies, vol. 6, no. 1, 1986, pp. 43-62
Description
Presents a model of self-government that recognizes the importance of resources and relationships and identifies requisites for successful implementation.
Provides a mechanism for determining citizenship to preserve cultural and political integrity and outlines three fundamental objectives of the Citizenship Code.
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.
An Act to approve, give effect to and declare valid certain agreements between the Government of Canada, the Government of Ontario, Reed Inc., Great Lakes Forest Products Ltd., the Islington Indian Band and the Grassy Narrows Indian Band
Grassy Narrows and Islington Indian Bands Mercury Pollution Claims Settlement Act,1986, C. 23, G-11.4
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Government of Canada
Description
Settlement agreement legislated between the Canadian Government, the province of Ontario, Reed Inc., Great Lakes Forest Products Ltd., the Islington Indian Band and the Grassy Narrows Indian Band.
American Indian Culture and Research Journal, vol. 10, no. 2, 1986, pp. 15-40
Description
Focuses on the possibility that acceptance of the legislation didn't necessarily mean appropriateness nor did it mean that it was embraced whole heartily.
Journal of American Indian Education, vol. 25, no. 3, May 1986, pp. [12-21]
Description
Discusses the rapid social change and long-term effects that undermined traditional self-sufficient Alaskan lifestyle including factors such as welfare dependence; and stresses strategies about education and community development are essential.
Native Studies Review, vol. 2, no. 1, 1986, pp. 1-43
Description
Summary of policy developments, under Mulroney government, which examined the recommendations of Nielsen's task force and the resulting controversy. Part II to appear in Vol. 2, No. 2 of NSR.
Native Studies Review, vol. 2, no. 2, 1986, pp. 1-45
Description
Paper attempts to provide an overview of Indian policy
developments in context of recent policy initiatives of the Minister of Indian Affairs, Concludes with with observations on the current status of policy reforms.Part I appeared in NSR, Vol.2, no.1
Jim Carriere is a resident of Cumberland House and worked for Jim Brady when the latter was a field officer for the CCF government. Carriere discusses Jim Brady's strengths and weaknesses, Brady's life in Cumberland House, speculates about Brady's death and his links with the Communist Party. He also talks about returning World War II veterans and their impact on the communities.
Mr. Izbister discusses life in La Ronge before and after the road came as well as the early meetings of the Metis Association and problems in the north resulting from welfare payments.
Mr. Phelps was the Minister of Natural Resources in the Saskatchewan CCF government from 1944 to 1948. He speaks of attempts to replace welfare in the north with programs for fish and fur marketing.
Three elders from Goodfish Lake Reserve talk about problems of defining accurate boundaries, their rights to a timber berth, and hay meadows which they believe are part of their reserve.
Book review of: Negotiating Aboriginal Self-Government by David c. Hawkes.
Erratum: In vol. 2 no.2, the author of the review of David Hawkes's book, Negotiating Self-Government was mistakenly identified as Mark Stevason. The correct spelling is Mark Stevenson.
Native Studies Review, vol. 2, no. 2, 1986, pp. 47-51
Description
Response to paper Indian Policy in the New Conservative Government Part I, The Nielsen Task Force of 1985 and Part II, The Nielsen Task Force in the Context of Recent Policy Initiative by Sally M. Weaver.
Native Studies Review, vol. 2, no. 2, 1986, pp. 53-63
Description
Response to paper Indian Policy in the New Conservative Government by Sally Weaver, which analyzes the Progressive Conservative (led by Brian Mulroney) government's record during its first two years in power.
Native Studies Review, vol. 2, no. 2, 1986, pp. 65-77
Description
Response to paper Indian Policy in the New Conservative Government Part I, The Nielsen Task Force of 1985 and Part II, The Nielsen Task Force in the Context of Recent Policy Initiative by Sally M. Weaver.
Native Studies Review, vol. 2, no. 2, 1986, pp. 79-84
Description
Reply to commentaries on paper Indian Policy in the New Conservative Government Part I, The Nielsen Task Force of 1985 and Part II, The Nielsen Task Force in the Context of Recent Policy Initiative
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.
Reports on whether to apply customary laws to Aboriginals and whether Aboriginal communities should have the power to apply customary laws for punishment and rehabilitation of Aboriginals. Recommends Aboriginal people have the final say in the recognition of customary law.