The Creation of a Dependent People: The Inuit of Cumberland Sound, Northwest Territories
Theses
Author/Creator
Robert G. Mayes
Description
Geography Thesis (Ph.D.)--McGill University, 1978.
Brief overview of historical relationship between Aboriginal and settler peoples, Aboriginal cultures, past and present public policies, and current challenges for urban residents.
Argues that determining the "extent to which title-holders have control over Aboriginal title lands," requires that the fiduciary responsibility of the Crown be considered as well.
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