Indian Act

File contains a presentation by Tony John of the Glenwood Indian Band. John discusses the history of his people in Newfoundland, stating that they are not just Micmac but intermarried with the Beothuk and have been systematically neglected by both the federal and provincial governments who claim there are no Aboriginal people on the island. John discusses some of the issues his people face in central Newfoundland, the key one being the need for recognition.

File contains a presentation by Tony Punko, Executive Director of the Athabasca Tribal Corporation. Punko outlines his views on Federal policy towards First Nations, with particular attention to legislative, economic, and social issues. Punko suggests that more attention need be payed to issues of local self-governance. Following the presentation is a discussion between the Commissioners and Punko on these topics.

File contains a brief presentation by Violet Soosay relating to Aboriginal self-government and self-determination. Following the presentation is a lengthy question-and-answer session with the Commissioners and Cara Currie, previous speaker.

File contains a presentation by Micmac Wallace Libillois. Libillois discusses the history of colonization and his people in Canada, the commonalities between indigenous people across the country in their relationship with the state, residential schooling, proseltization, Aboriginal fishing rights, threats to Aboriginal people's rights, an indigenous view of resource use, the Aboriginal roots of many European democratic concepts, and the importance of Constitutional recognition and inclusion for Aboriginal peoples in Canada.

File contains a presentation by Wally Samuel concerning how off-reserve Aboriginals "are treated by our own people because of the Indian Act." When off-reserve Aboriginals try to access programs on-reserve, they are denied. Samuel calls for more funding to help those off-reserve people recover and retain their culture. He introduces the next speaker, Wilfred Price.

File contains a presentation by Warner Goodvoice, Social Development Administrator, Wahpeton Band. Goodvoice discusses self governance, funding and bureaucratic issues particualarly with regard to the Federation of Saskatchewan Indian Nations. Goodvoice argues that it is neccessary to get more grassroots engagement and funding into these structures. Following the presentation Comissioner Wilson questions Goodvoice on what he thinks self-governance would mean in pratice and he answers here.

This file contains a presentation by Wayne Taylor illustrating the numerous barriers Aboriginal people face in seeking involvement in small business and economic development in Canada. The Edmonton Chamber of Commerce has recognized challenges such as lack of skills, lack of direct linkages with the business community, and prohibitive government policy that impedes the progress of Aboriginals becoming small business owners.

File contains a presentation by Winona Fontaine, Student, Sagkeeng High School. Fontaine presents on the Indian Act, why she views it as "dehumanizing and patronizing" and how she thinks it should be replaced with a piece of legislation that it becomes "a document that will protect Indian land and ensure civil, human, treaty and Aboriginal rights." Following her presentation Moderator Gerald Courchene thanks Fontaine and the two preceding student presenters for sharing their thoughts.

This file contains a transcript of a portion of a sitting of the Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples at Vancouver, British Columbia. This portion includes a presentation for the National Aboriginal Veterans Association by Elder Ken Harris and Harry Lavallee concerning experiences and issues of veterans in the Aboriginal Community. Also included are questions from the assembled commissioners Co-Chair George Erasmus and Viola Robinson.

The file contains a presentation on behalf of Secwepemc re Self-Government, Chief Willie Alphonse. Chief Willie Alphonse, Chief of the Cariboo Lake Band, discusses self-government concerns of the Secwepemc with reference to the Treaty making process, land claims, jurisdiction, and Indian Act concerns. Chief Alphonse makes a variety of recommendations with respect to these issues. Following the presentation Commissioner Mary Sillett discusses some of the issues raised with Moderator Chief Nathan Matthew.

The file contains a presentation on behalf of the Sto:lo Tribal Council by Chief Clarence Pennier. Chief Pennier gives an overview of his organization's composition and activities representing 11 of the 24 Sto:lo Bands. Chief Pennier discusses the importance of culture to the Sto:lo, historical wrongs committed by the Canadian government upon them, problems with the Indian Act elections structure, and explains the traditional Sto:lo governance principles.

The file contains a presentation on behalf of the Westbank Indian Band by Tom Lindley. Lindley discusses difficulties with the Indian Act rules for band governance, disputes within the community and the desire to recall the band representatives, issues with taxation and non-Aboriginal people living on reserve, and concerns with self-government negotiations underway. Following the presentation Commissioner Mary Sillett discusses some of the issues raised with Lindley, after which the day's sitting of the Commission is adjourned with a closing prayer.

File contains presentations by Damon Johnson, Chief, Andrew Kirkness, Grand Chief, Donna Glover, Indian Council of First Nations of Manitoba.

This file contains the second part of a presentation by Frank Palmater relating to the Royal Commission's touchstones of healing. Palmater's group agrees with the Commission's position on healing and the group also "advances the notion that the spiritual, emotional and physical well-being of Aboriginal communities and nations must occur simultaneously with advancements in the well-being of the individual.

File contains a presentation by Chief Andrew Kirkness in English and Cree (translation provided in text). Kirkness discusses the historical relationship between Aboriginal and Non-Aboriginal Canadians, land claims, intergovernmental affairs, the Constitution, the status of off reserve First Nations people, Education, nothern conditions, the Indian Act, economic issues, cultural issues, the importance of Elders to First Nations governance, and the situation of Aboriginal youth.

File contains a second presentation by Chief James Ross. Chief Ross discusses the Gwich'in people's land claim in the Northwest and Yukon Territories; their history; Treaty No. 11; and general economic and political issues facing the Gwich'in people. Following the presentation Chief Ross discusses some of the issues raised with the assembled Commissioners.

An interview with Rufus Goodstriker, born in 1924 on the Blood Indian Reserve and attended a residential school. He tells of the origins and significance of the transfer of Indian names, especially within his own family. He also talks about Indian medicine and the power of faith; the Indian spiritual way vs. the Western technological way;of herbs, animal spirits, sweat bath in healing etc.

Signed at Fort Norman, Northwest Territories, on September 6, 1993. Volume II. Land Selection Descriptions, Schedule 1 (Appendix E to the Agreement).

Claims Agreement signed in Fort Norman, Northwest Territories, on September 6, 1993 between Canada and the Dene of Colville Lake, Deline, Fort Good Hope and Fort Norman, and Metis of Fort Good Hope, Fort Norman and Norman Wells.

File includes list of expenditures by Department of Northern Affairs and National Resources in Saskatchewan, 1957-62, including Roads to Resources; and a 19 December 1962 letter from the Hon. R.A. Bell, Minister of Citizenship & Immigration, enclosing memo from Neil McLeod regarding the activities of Chief Joseph Dreaver, who had travelled to various SK reserves to gather the views of Indigenous peoples concerning possible changes to the Indian Act.

Resource focuses on the Indian Act, treaties, and the Métis.

Examines Aboriginal women's rights, membership issues, government thinking and rationale, and Aboriginal perspectives. Chapter one from Moving Forward, Making a Difference, vol. 3, which is also vol. 5 in the Aboriginal Policy Research series. Originally presented at the second annual Aboriginal Policy Research Conference, 2006.

Presented in two columns: text of the Act in one, interpretations in the other.

How the Sechelt Indian Band of British Columbia, in 1984, became the first to develop its own constitution and to withdraw from the authority of the Indian Act.

File contains agendas for cabinet meetings including discussions on the Indian Act, payment of medical and hospital services by non-status indigenous peoples, and the establishment of an Indian Claims Commission.

File contains agendas for cabinet meetings including discussions on the Indian Act amendments, indigenous mining regulations (as applicable to surrendered indigenous lands), and nominal lists of indigenous voters.

Explores difficulties involved in reconciling First Nations women's human rights with the right to self-government, which may result in discrimination against women in areas such as band membership.

Questions and answers regarding the new and improved Status card, the reasons for the new cards and the mobile application centres.

Political Science Thesis (M.A.)--The University of British Columbia, 1987.

Canadian Studies Thesis (M.A.)--Carleton University, 1995.

Remarks by Joe Clark and Andrew Lee regarding the important role of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission followed by a question and answer period facilitated by the Commissioners. Duration: 1:10:48.

Media Studies Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of Western Ontario, 2017.

Focuses on the reports from an undercover agent from the Department of Indian Affairs.

"Comprehensive land claims are based on the assertion of continuing Aboriginal rights and title that have not been dealt with by treaty or other legal means".

Divides the guiding principles for healthy individuals and communities into five parts: Nbwaakaawin (Wisdom), Mnaadendimowin (Respect), Zaagidwin (Love), Dbaadendiziwin (Humility), Debwewin (Truth), which, once implemented, will lead to the dissolution of the Indian Act.

An ad listing seven positive developments for Aboriginal people that would be brought about by the adoption of the Charlottetown Accord. The ad was produced by the Native Council of Canada.

Book review of: Severing the Ties That Bind by Katherine Pettipas.

Cultural Anthropology Thesis (Ph.D.)--Radboud University Nijmegen, 1991.

Introduction to the journal articles, presented at a symposium held January 30-31, 2016, that explore the prospect of a national inquiry into missing and murdered Indigenous women.

Looks at archival evidence of Shab-eh-nay's life and experiences to challenge the racial stereotyping utilized by Chief Justice John Marshall regarding American Indian law and policy.

At issue was the discriminatory, male-biased nature of the Act, which had resulted in loss of registered status for women and their children.

Brief profile of Maliseet elder Shirley Bear, a political activist, artist, traditional healer, mother and grandmother.

Panelists discuss whether engaging with Canadian political process and voting undermines Indigenous sovereignty. Followed by question and answer period. Duration: 1:14:28.

Archaeology Thesis (M. A.)--Simon Fraser University, 1993.

Women Studies Thesis (M.A.)--Simon Fraser University, 2000.

Book review of: Sit Down and Drink Your Beer by Robert A. Campbell.

Includes information on social life, customs and government relations at the turn of the century.

Health and Rehabilitation Sciences Thesis (M.Sc.)--University of Western Ontario, 2015.

Discusses problems associated with policing tobacco smuggling through Akwasasne and St. Regis Reservations and the subsequent on-reserve resale of goods.