Mr. Charles, aged 83, describes the treaty promises and boundaries of the Sturgeon Lake Reserve.

Speaker provides overview of his work and artistic practice. Duration: 01:06:46.

Mr. Gardiner gives a general account of his life.

Recounts what he has been told of the sale of Alexander Reserve land; and tells about building a road through the reserve.

John H. Brockelbank was minister in the Dept. of Natural Resources from 1948-56 in the Saskatchewan NDP government. This interview reviews his years in office in relation to the development of the north, development of marketing agencies and cooperatives as well as his impressions of Malcolm Norris.

Mr. McIsaac was a member of the CCF/NDP from its earliest days. He knew Malcolm Norris through the party and through his legal practice.

Brief discussion on trapping. No date given, probably in the 1970's.

Interviewee gives a general description of his life. No index terms are provided.

John Kaskamin, age 70 at time of interview, describes signing of Treaty 8, and promises made; requests for reserve at Fort Chipewyan for hunting and trapping; and frustration at failure to make progress on this.

An examination of how writer John Muir's views on the American Indigenous populations changed due to his own personal interactions with the Indigenous populations throughout his life.

General discussion of their lives particularly their fishing activities. No date given, probably in the 1970's.

Examines the self-determination, governance, and development issues facing Indian Country, including building effective governments, developing strong economies, solving difficult social problems, and balancing cultural integrity and change. Duration: 1:02:39. Includes textual transcript. Requires creation of free account to access materials.

A very brief interview relating to the loss of reserve land.

John Testawich, former chief of the Peace River Crossing Reserve, discusses the different attitudes of Indians and non-Indians to fishing and trapping.

Gives Indian words for a variety of English terms. Explains significance of dance cycles.

Discussion about fishing, trapping, settlements and celebrations.

Discussion of the captivity narrative during the Puritan period.

NOTE: Because of the poor quality of the tape, large parts of the interview are incomprehensible.

This 67-year-old gentleman discusses the terms of Treaty 10, problems with alcohol, and the need for Indian peoples to unite as an effective voice.

Interview includes a description of traditional life style and the life of settlers on the prairies. It also includes stories of theft and murder by Indians.

Presents an interview with critically-acclaimed novelist. Duration: 28:47.

Joseph Boyden and John Ralston Saul discuss their books from the Extraordinary Canadians series. "October 12, 2010, Toronto Reference Library." Duration: 6:38.

Joseph Boyden and John Ralston Saul discuss their books from the Extraordinary Canadians series. "October 12, 2010, Toronto Reference Library." Duration: 9:57.

Joseph Boyden and John Ralston Saul discuss their books from the Extraordinary Canadians series. "October 12, 2010, Toronto Reference Library." Duration: 9:31.

Joseph Boyden and John Ralston Saul discuss their books from the Extraordinary Canadians series. "October 12, 2010, Toronto Reference Library." Duration: 4:55.

Joseph Boyden and John Ralston Saul discuss their books from the Extraordinary Canadians series. "October 12, 2010, Toronto Reference Library." Duration: 9:39.

Joseph Boyden and John Ralston Saul discuss their books from the Extraordinary Canadians series. "October 12, 2010, Toronto Reference Library." Duration: 9:57.

In podcast recorded for the Library of Congress's 2008 book festival, author discusses the inspirations for his work, storytelling and his latest book March Toward the Thunder. Includes links to transcript of the audio.

Relationship between Gregoire Lake and Clearwater Lake Reserves and the settlement at Waterways. (Fort McMurray band). Discovery of Gregoire Lake.

Mr. Phelps was the Minister of Natural Resources in the Saskatchewan CCF government from 1944 to 1948. He speaks of attempts to replace welfare in the north with programs for fish and fur marketing.

Joseph Nanooch, 70 years old, gives his understanding of Treaty 8 in relation to hunting and trapping. (Much of tape inaudible)

Mr. MacAuley tells of the changes that have taken place in Cumberland House including the increase in crime and alcoholism.

Interviewee gives a general account of his life, including his participation in Metis organizations. No index terms are provided.

Interviewee continues discussion of his involvement in Metis organization, also work, church, and economic difficulties. No index terms are provided.

Consists of an interview with Josephine Beaucage where she gives an account of trapping in the woods as well as an account of the preparation of hides.

Consists of an interview where she gives an account of how she found a man who had been lost in the woods. She also gives an account of experiences while trapping.

Interviewee gives a general description of her life. There are no index terms provided.

Consists of an interview with Josephine Roy where she gives a description of Indian medicine.

This diary was written while William McKay was proprietor in the Lake Winnipeg Department of the North West Company. The writer of this journal was exploring the Nelson River to determine the route over which the North West Company wished to transport its goods between the Interior and Hudson's Bay.

Comments on the influence the Macassans had on Aboriginal culture and society.

Diary details the journey undertaken by the author, her husband, Rev. Canon Edward Matheson, Kate Halson, and Archdeacon Mackay to visit the Indian missions. Includes stops in Cumberland House, Sturgeon Landing, and smaller village sites. Part 1 ends with the party’s arrival at the Lac La Ronge Mission. Entire issue on one pdf file, scroll to page 66.

Diary details the journey under taken by the author, her husband, Rev. Canon Edward Matheson, Kate Halson, and Archdeacon Mackay to visit the Indian missions. Includes stops in Cumberland House, Sturgeon Landing, and smaller village sites. Part 2 details the party’s return to The Pas. Entire issue on one pdf file, scroll to page 109.

The journal of Robert Campbell, an early settler, trader, and explorer which mentions his interactions with indigenous people at the time.

Journals include an account of the Reverend’s activities and thoughts while at Stanley mission in northern Saskatchewan. Mackay was an Anglican missionary and Cree scholar, and in 1883 became the first Archdeacon of the Saskatchewan diocese. Entire issue on one pdf file, scroll to page 95.

This journal, likely written by Simon Fraser (20 May 1776–18 August 1862), covers the trading season from 5 October 1799 to 20 April 1800. The North West Company trader describes the daily life at the fort, including the frequent killing of buffalo for food, and the trade with Indians for furs.

This book is a handwritten copy of William MacGillivray's journals from 9 September 1789 - 13 June 1790; and from about 7 February - 14 June 1793; as well as his letters to Roderic Mckenzie from 21 July 1791 - 20 June 1792. In his writings he describes his travels to such places as Lac d'Orignal, Lac Froid, and on the Beaver River among other locations from Fort Isle a la Crosse and region to Le Pas; as well as to Riviere Maligne, Rat River, and other destinations.