Examines reasons for supporting Aboriginal participation in the management and development of surrounding land and resources for the economic sustainability of Aboriginal communities.
In the Matter of the Joint Review Panel ("Joint Panel" ) Established to Review the Site C Clean Energy Project ("Project") Proposed by British Columbia Hydro and Power Authority ("BC Hydro").
Johnson-Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy Public Lecture
JSGS Public Lecture
Media » Film and Video
Author/Creator
Perry Bellegarde
Description
Chief of the Federation of Saskatchewan Indian Nations outlines Canadian First Nations governance structure and highlights major events, legislation, and court decisions which form the framework for future negotiations.
Duration: 1:31:59.
Presentation Slides
Site C Clean Energy Project: Treaty 8 First Nations Comments: Post-Panel Stage Consultation: Final, August 19, 2014
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Treaty 8 Tribal Association
Description
Presents concerns voiced by Doig River, Halfway River, Prophet River and West Moberly First Nations to the Site C Clean Energy Joint Review Panel regarding the Project and consultation about the environmental assessment.
Documentary focuses on Treaty 9 (James Bay Treaty), First Nations' fight to see that treaty rights and obligations are respected, and their lands and resources are protected.
Duration: 84:51.
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