Mohawks of Kanehsatake and their supporters from Kahnawake, stand-off against the Quebec police and the Canadian military in defense of a sacred burial ground.This film deals with mature subject matter. Viewer discretion is advised.
Duration: 104:34.
Indigenous Law Journal, vol. 3, no. 1, Fall, 2004, pp. 181-192
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Book reviews of:
Treaty Elders of Saskatchewan; Our Dream is That Our Peoples Will One Day Be Recognized as Nations, by Harold Cardinal;
They Will Have Our Words: The Dene Elders Project, Volume 2, produced by Lynda Holland, Mary Ann Kkailther;
They Knew Both Sides of Medicine: Cree Tales of Curing and Cursing, as Told by Alice Ahenakew.
The Canadian Journal of Native Studies, vol. 12, no. 2, 1992, pp. 251-268
Description
Intended to provide a structure to uphold the fundamental right to spiritual freedom for Indigenous inmates. Includes historical overview and implementation issues.
Covers historical bases for current issues, philosophies which form foundations of culture and development, and implementation of action plans for social change.
International Social Work , vol. 35, Special Issue: The New Reality of Poverty and Social Work Interventions, 1992, pp. 191-202
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Looks at child adoption and unemployment programs and analyzes a western society agrarian rationale verses the Indigenous culture rationale based on hunting and gathering.
File contains an opening prayer by Roy Meneen and opening remarks by Co-Chair Rene Dussault during the sitting of the Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples on Thursday, October 29, 1992, at High Level, Alberta. Dussault states the Commission's mandate and goals as well as welcoming the participants.
RCAP 59 contains files from the sitting of the Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples at the Park Plaza Hotel, in Toronto, Ontario. This sitting of the Commission contains presentations including a round table discussion on Urban concerns, various Aboriginal organizations in Toronto, the United Church Native Solidarity Circle, and a series of individual presentations. Each presentation can be viewed individually on this site.
File contains an opening prayer and opening remarks on the occasion of the sitting of the Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples at the Gander Hotel, Gander, Newfoundland, on Thursday, November 5, 1992. Chief Lawrence Jeddore commences the session with an opening prayer followed by opening remarks by Commissioner Georges Erasmus. Commissioner Erasmus discusses the mandate and goals of the Commission, as well as welcoming the participants and introducing the Commission's officials.
File contains an opening prayer and opening remarks from the sitting of the Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples at the Northern United Place Hall, Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, Tuesday, December 8, 1992. Following an opening prayer by Alfred Baillargeon, Commissioners Georges Erasmus and Bertha Wilson discuss the mandate, composition, and goals of the Commission for the assembled participants.
File contains an individual presentation by Cindy Gilday of Fort Franklin, NWT. She tells the Commission about the 398 unmarked graves in the Deh Cho (formerly a residential school) Hall yard and says that unmarked graves are "a very significant symbol of opporession, the ultimate symbol as far as the Dene are concerned." She states that her father was present at the Treaty signings in 1911 and 1921 and feels the Canadian government has not fulfilled any of the treaties' terms.
File contains an individual presentation by Leo Rutledge, one of twelve advisors to the heritage conservation branch of British Columbia. Rutledge invites the days participants to comment to him on potential heritage sites to be designated for provincial protection. Following Rutldege's remarks the Commission adjourns the day's session.
File contains an individual presentation by Richard Kelly that touches on a number of subjects, including the Indian Act, land claims and self-government, and the meaning of drum ceremonies and tobacco. Following the presentation are brief remarks by the Commissioners.
File contains an opening prayer by Mabel Joe and Opening Remarks by Co-Chair Rene Dussault for the sitting of the Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples at Merritt, British Columbia, on Thursday, November 5, 1992. Commissioner Dussault discusses the composition of the Commission, its mandate and goals, as well as welcoming the participants for this session.
File contains a brief prayer in Inuit by Co-Chair Rene Dussault, followed by an introduction of Elder Angus Merrick by Phil Fontaine. Angus Merrick, who is ninety years of age, delivers a prayer in his native language, then makes a few comments on youth regarding cultural awareness and linguistic retention.
File contains an opening prayer and opening remarks for the sitting of the Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples at the Battlefords' Indian and Metis Friendship Centre, North Battleford, Saskatchewan, on Thursday, October 29, 1992. The opening prayer is performed by Harriet Arcand, while the opening remarks of Commission Co-Chair Georges Erasmus discuss the mandate and goals of the Commission during this second round of its hearings.
File contains a presentation by Alex McKay and George Fulford. McKay discusses Ojibwa spiritual beliefs and the importance of Aboriginal languages. Fulford expands on this by presenting on Aboriginal languages in a Canadian Constitutional and political policy context. Fulford reccomends that the Royal Commission "appoint a task force to look into the matter of aboriginal language and education in Canada." Following the presentations is a discussion between the presenters and the assembled Commissioners on language issues.
Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples - Transcriptions of Public Hearings and Round Table Discussions
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Ben Weenie
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File contains a presentation by Ben Weenie of Battlefords, Indian Health. Weenie presents on his concerns for Aboriginal children and youth. Specifically he addresses the condition of youth offenders, who he views as being often caught in a destructive cycle. Weenie also discusses concerns with the Saskatchewan Education curriculum and its attempts to incorporate Native Studies courses which he feels are inappropriately taught (especially with regards to spiritual views). Following the presentation is a discussion between Weenie and Commissioners Blakeney and Erasmus on these issues.
File contains a presentation by Chief Gerry Jack, Muchaht (phonetic) Culture. Jack discusses his people's traditional cultural views on governance and territory. Following the presentation is a conversation between Chief Jack and Commissioner Georges Erasmus on some of the ideas in Jack's presentation.
File contains a presentation by Chief Raymond Abraham. Abraham discusses his views on cultural reclamation and restoration, and self-governance issues.
File contains a presentation by Dale Awasis, Native Educator. Awasis discusses education, and his general concerns regarding Aboriginal people with Commissioners Blakeney and Chartrand.
Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples - Transcriptions of Public Hearings and Round Table Discussions
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Dave Courchene
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File contains a presentation by the Dave Courchene, Jr. of the Mother Earth Spiritual Camp, and closing remarks for the Commission's sitting by Chief Jerry Fontaine. Courchene's presentation deals with his historical perspective on "the spirit of indigenous people," and the need to return to traditional spirituality to heal Aboriginal communities of their social ills. Courchene then delivers his views on the importance of self-governance and Aboriginal sovereignty. Following the presentation is a discussion between Courchene and Commissioners Sillet and Chartrand on the issues raised therein.
File contains a presentation by Dennis Thorne. Thorne, whose Oglala Lakota (Sioux) name is Tungan Cikala, speaks on the topic of "Protection of Traditional Spiritual Beliefs." Included in his presentation are problems with the Canadian border and the guards measures there against Aboriginal holy people (Thorne argues that the Jay Treaty enshrines freedom of movement for Aboriginal people across the Canada-U.S.
File contains a brief presentation by Desmond Peters focuses on community development. He mentions government policy aimed at assimilation and particularly Bill C-31 that has left Aboriginals "in a dysfunctional state in our own communities. He then introduces the next speaker, Leonie Rivers.
File contains a presentation by Elder Moses Smith of the Nuu-Chah-Nulth people. Smith discusses his people historical and traditional society from a standpoint of governance and the family. Commissioner Erasmus asks Smith if there are any special concerns he has and Smith replies by discussing the importance of having an economic land base to his people.
File contains a presentation by Emile Trip-de-Roche. Trip-de-Roche discusses the mandate of the Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples and her personal views on it. Trip-de-Roche advances a critical view of the Commission's mandate discussing such issues as natural resources, parks, burial grounds, and land claims. Following the presentation is a discussion between Commissioners Chartrand and Blakeney with Trip-de-Roche regarding the Commission and its mandate, followed by an adjournment of the days proceedings.
File contains a presentation by Gerald One Feather, Mato Mna Sni, Ta Tiospaye Oglala Oyate. One Feather discusses the spiritual beliefs of his people, the Lakota, and how that informs their ideas about traditional governance. One Feather then goes on to relate some of the institutional history of the Lakota people, going into specific detail with regard to their relationship with the United States government. He also discusses problems experienced by Lakota people with the interenational boundary, and makes some recommendations for their ameilioration.
Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples - Transcriptions of Public Hearings and Round Table Discussions
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Greg Johnson
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File contains a presentation by Greg Johnson, a Micmac social worker from Hants County, Nova Scotia. Johnson discusses his hopes for the Commission, experiences growing up as an Aboriginal youth, relations with the Indian Agent and Department of Indian Affairs, his views on the Indian Act, sovereignty, governance, and prejudice.
File contains a presentation by Irene Personius. Personius discusses issues related to education, and how the school system has impacted her own family. Following the presentation are some brief comments from Commissioner Blakeney, followed by Mr. Nathan McGillivary initiating closing prayers by a community elder, and the adjournment of the day's proceedings.
File contains a presentation by Maxwell Yalden, Commissioner of the Canadian Human Rights Commission, regarding his organizations past advocacy on behalf of Aboriginal peoples (including its support for the creation of the Commission), a universalist approach to Charter of Rights and Freedoms rights, his view that the Charter is complimentary to collective Aboriginal rights, the need to redress and relieve discrimination and abuses against Aboriginal Canadians, the importance of acting now with regards to Aboriginal issues rather than later.
Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples - Transcriptions of Public Hearings and Round Table Discussions
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Gerard Drainville
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File contains a presentation by Mgr Gerard Drainville, Bishop of Amos, Roman Catholic Diocese. Drainville discusses the territory for which he is responsible in the context of Aboriginal-Non-Aboriginal relations. Drainville reads a pastoral letter delivered originally by the Quebec Assembly of Catholic Bishops. Drainville discusses colonization, rights, land, tensions, spirituality, and related matters in relations between the two groups. The assembled Commissioners comment on and discuss the presentation with Drainville.
File contains a presentation by Patrick Polchies. Polchies is a member of the Kingsclear First Nation, and voices his views on a variety of topics including the inherent right to self-governance, the importance of Aboriginal inclusion in the Constitutional process, questions about accountability in Aboriginal governance, fishing rights, the Cultural Properties Act, and religious artifacts. Following the presentation is a brief discussion between Commissioners Rene Dussault, Mary Sillet, and the presenter followed by the end of the Commission's session for the day.
Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples - Transcriptions of Public Hearings and Round Table Discussions
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Soulion Herney
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File contains a presentation by Soulion Herney. Herney is an individual from Eskasoni who wishes to have Kellys Mountain (aka Glooscap's Mountain) preserved as a sacred Micmac heritage site. This has brought the Micmac into conflict with the Kelly Rock Company which wishes to turn the site into a gravel quarry.
Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples - Transcriptions of Public Hearings and Round Table Discussions
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Henri Goudreault
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File includes a presentation by the Most Reverend Henri Goudreault, Bishop of the diocese of Labrador City-Schefferville. Goudreault discusses his views on Aboriginal people and how he thinks that legally entrenching their rights, providing an adequate land base, and promoting the idea of self-determination are key to their cultural and political renewal. Following his presentation Commissioner Dussault questions him on Church policy, and how he sees his ideas working with relation to social problems.
File contains a presentation by the Regional Council on Education and Culture by Therese Niquay, and Genevieve Neashit. Niquay presents on education, culture, and linguistic concerns amongst the Attikamek. Genevieve Neashit presents on the steps the Attikamek have taken with regards to educational control. Neashit also requests additional assistance from federal, provincial and Aboriginal governments. Charles Coucou also gives some observations on education, residential schools, and the importance of spirituality.
File contains a presentation on behalf of the Val d'Or Friendship Centre by Executive Director Edith Cloutier, Vice-President Lucy Louttit, Council Member Johanne Lacasse, and Secretary Alain Kistabish. The representatives discuss urbanization amongst Aboriginal peoples in the area, research their organization has conducted amongst these peoples (including Algonquin, Inuit, Metis, and Cree respondents), service delivery, self-governance in the urban context, building relations with the non-Aboriginal community and other matters.
Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples - Transcriptions of Public Hearings and Round Table Discussions
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Wayne Goodwill
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File contains a presentation by Chief Wayne Goodwill of the Standing Buffalo Dakota First Nation. Goodwill relates the history of his particular band, and claims that "prior to 1850 our ancestor used to roam right up to the Saskatchewan Rivers and they migrated with the buffalo. In the 1860s when the wars began in the southern area along the Black Hills [South Dakota], most of the people did not migrate anymore." Goodwill protests of being unable to attain adequate funding to complete his people's study of its history in Canada.
File contains a presentation re culture by Peter Atkinson of the Cultural Education Program, and Councillor Charlie Nelson. Atkinson discusses Treaties, language, self-government, the need for a land base, and cross-cultural mutual understanding. Councillor Nelson discusses the Anishnabe culture, its society, and history. Nelson also discusses the significance of Treaty and social problems.
Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples - Transcriptions of Public Hearings and Round Table Discussions
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Rod Bushie
Jerry Fontaine
Elmer Courchene
Warren Bird
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File contains multiple presentations on the topic of Anisinaabe self-governance. The first presentation is by Chief Rod Bushie, Hollow Water Indian Band (pgs 71-75). Bushie discusses his views on Anicinabe self-governance: the need for it to be community based, and the need for a healthy community in order for it to be effective.
File contains opening remarks by Alex Skead in the Ojibway language (translation in English given as text). Alex discusses his personal spiritual beliefs, the importance of the sweat, and fasting, and the importance of a healthy culture in producing healthy individuals in the wider society.
File contains opening remarks by Ruth Skead of Raw Portage, Ontario. Skead relates how the way of life for her First Nation has changed over her life time, and the importance of learning about her culture as a way to survive.
Seven photographs of First Nation Chiefs, government representatives and Lieutenant-Governor Sylvia Fedoruk at ceremonies for signing of the Land Entitlement Agreement at Wanuskewin. Roy Romanow, Bob Mitchell, Roland Crowe, Bill McKnight, Cliff Wright and Brian Mulroney are among the dignitaries.
American Antiquity, vol. 57, no. 4, October 1992, pp. 704-710
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Response to Goldstein and Kintigh’s 1990 article "Ethics and the Reburial Controversy;" argues that repatriation results in the destruction of archaeological collections and presents a serious conflict between religion and science. Asserts that archaeologists must maintain their rights and duties as scholars.