Robert Goodvoice tells a story of the Sioux Indians' first contact with Europeans and prophecies regarding the Europeans. He gives accounts of the 1851 Treaty made at Fort Laramie between the Sioux and the American Government and of the 1862 Minnesota Massacre. He also tells of the establishment of the Wahpaton (Round Plain) Reserve in Saskatchewan, and its chiefs.
Robert Goodvoice tells a story about the journey of a group of Sioux from the United States to Canada, through Portage la Prairie, Manitoba to Prince Albert, Saskatchewan. He tells of a settlement of the Wahpaton (Round Plain) Reserve in Saskatchewan and the division of the Sioux tribe. He also talks about Indian medicine and curing practices and reflects on the loss of knowledge of the old ways.
He gives an account of the Sioux participation in the War of 1812 on the side of the British, and the Sioux interpretation of the reward promised them by the British Crown; tells the history and whereabouts of the King George III medals given to the Sioux for their loyalty to the British Crown during the War of 1812; tells the story of two Sioux chiefs who were kidnapped in Manitoba and returned to the United States, presumably for their part in the 1862 Sioux uprising (Minnesota Massacre); tells of the dispersal of the Sioux in their flight from the U.S.
He tells a number of stories of people and objects which were lost, and how they were found with the help of "people with the power to find things" (prophets).
He tells stories of treachery by Americans against the Sioux who had fled to Prince Albert, Saskatchewan after the 1862 Minnesota Massacre, including distribution of disease-infested clothing and food. NOTE: Attempt to verify with R.C.M.P. records. He also sings and explains a very old Dakota song sung by children when rabbit-hunting.
He tells a story about the origins of the Dakota (Sioux) guardian spirit and his powers; and how Iktomi differs from the equivalent Cree spirit power (Wisakedjak).
He tells a story of a woman who was taken prisoner and carried off to live in an enemy camp; her treachery against her brothers and husband when they came to rescue her; how she was killed by her own mother because of her treachery; her mother's atonement after the killing.
He gives an account of the 1862 Minnesota Massacre and, in its aftermath, the movement of a group of Sioux (Dakota) to Prince Albert, Saskatchewan under the leadership of Tarasota (?). He also gives an account of the 1885 Riel Rebellion and its effect on the Sioux (Dakota) living in the Prince Albert, Saskatchewan district.
Rod Bishop was raised in Green Lake, Saskatchewan Upon returning to Saskatchewan in the early 1960s, he became involved in the reorganization of the Metis Association of Saskatchewan and was vice president of the amalgamated Metis Society.
American Indian Quarterly, vol. 3, no. 3, Autumn, 1977, pp. 209-224
Description
Discusses the history of the American Indian Movement, it's focus on Indian identity, nationalism, and sovereignty, and the protest activities it has engaged in.
Native Social Work Journal, vol. 7, Promising Practices in Mental Health: Emerging Paradigms for Aboriginal Social Work Practices, November 2010, pp. 109-137
Description
Looks at how the concepts of ‘Kijigabandan’ and ‘Manadjitowin’ can assist Aboriginal social work to address two key barriers that often impede Aboriginal-specific harm reduction discussions, widespread support for abstinence and prohibition, and the belief that harm reduction and Aboriginal culture are incompatible.
Journal of Communication, vol. 27, no. 4, December 1977, pp. 130-139
Description
Discusses the role CBC radio played in addressing the need for relevant and timely local, national and international information, entertainment and broadcasts in the native language.
Native Social Work Journal, vol. 7, Promising Practices in Mental Health: Emerging Paradigms for Aboriginal Social Work Practices, November 2010, pp. 87-107
Description
Discusses the role of an Elder in counseling sessions with Aboriginal clinicians trained in Western healing intervention, providing insight into their problems both from an Aboriginal perspective as well as from a western clinical perspective.
Brief discussion of the impact of colonialism, factors which place individuals at risk for homelessness, common life experiences of the majority of the population, government responses, and list of practices needed in the continuum of care.
Traces Pete Standing Alone's last round up of his horses and how his life has changed in the last twenty years. Accompanying material: An Integrated Educator's Guide.
Duration:18:02.
Canadian Political Science Association Annual Conference; 82nd, 2010
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Peter H. Russell
Description
Argues that while RCAP may be seen as a failure in terms of its recommendations being implemented, as an attempt to establish consensual understanding of the relationship between Aboriginal people and other Canadians, it was a success.
S.705: In the Senate of the United States: the Bradley Bill
Section 705: In the Senate of the United States
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Bill Bradley
Daniel Inouye
Claiborne Pell
Wicazo Sa Review, vol. 4, no. 1, Spring, 1988, pp. 3-9
Description
Act outlines the rights of the Sioux Nation related to economic development, self-determination, traditional religion, and preserving the sacred Black Hills.
Revised edition of article published by IWGIA in Challenging Politics: Indigenous People's Experiences with Political Parties and Elections edited by Kathrin Wessendorf.
Also published as no. 2, 2007 of the journal Gáldu Čála.
Arctic, vol. 37, no. 4, Unveiling the Arctic, December 1984, pp. 373-384
Description
Describes Sami people between year 900 to 1700 from accounts by various individuals that made journeys through the territory of present day northern Norway.