Land Claims

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Indian Land Loss in the Maritime Provinces
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Indian Land Loss in the Maritime Provinces

From: Our Land The Maritimes

This chapter outlines the various ways Indigenous peoples in the Maritimes lost their lands as European settlements grew, leading to the isolation of Indigenous communities and increasing … ; 54 $5.40 Add
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Indigenous Internationalism
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Indigenous Internationalism

From: When the Pine Needles Fall

In Chapter Seven Katsi’tsakwas Ellen Gabriel describes how her experiences of human rights violations shape her understanding of the concepts of human rights and Indigenous internationalism … ; ; ; 20 $2.00 Add
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Inuit Negotiate the James Bay Agreement

Inuit Negotiate the James Bay Agreement

Part 1

From: Wrestling with Colonialism on Steroids

In this chapter, Zebedee examines the James Bay hydro-electric project, the lack of consultation with the Cree of James Bay during planning of this project, the foundation of Indigenous … 44 $4.40 Add
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Inuit Negotiate the James Bay Agreement

Inuit Negotiate the James Bay Agreement

Part 2

From: Wrestling with Colonialism on Steroids

This reading examines the Quebec government’s agreement to provide essential services to Nunavik in exchange for what Zebedee calls "the essence of Inuit identity." It also … 40 $4.00 Add
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Land Title and the James Bay Battle

Land Title and the James Bay Battle

1972-1973

From: Brotherhood to Nationhood

Chapter twelve of George Manuel’s biography looks at land rights court battles and the issue of the James Bay hydroelectric project in Northern Quebec during the years 1972 and 1973. ; 15 $1.50 Add
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Little Patches Known as Reserves

Little Patches Known as Reserves

From: Cheated

Chapter Six addresses the sale of reserve lands upon western settlers’ displacement of First Nations peoples. ; 27 $2.70 Add
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Living for the Land
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Living for the Land

From: When the Pine Needles Fall

In Chapter Nine Katsi’tsakwas Ellen Gabriel speaks about the role that optimistic thought about the future plays in the work of building a better world. ; ; ; 14 $1.40 Add
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Long, Rough Osmosis

Long, Rough Osmosis

A Political History of Nunavik, Part 1

From: Wrestling with Colonialism on Steroids

This chapter covers the early history of Nunavik, stressing that though Nunavik was merged with Quebec in 1912, the provincial government was absent from the territory for 5 decades. The chapter … 18 $1.80 Add
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Long, Rough Osmosis

Long, Rough Osmosis

A Political History of Nunavik, Part 2

From: Wrestling with Colonialism on Steroids

In the concluding chapter, Zebedee discusses Quebec separatism, and why Inuit peoples have rejected the separatist movement. 9 $0.90 Add
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Tsilhqot’in Nation v. British Columbia, 2014

Tsilhqot’in Nation v. British Columbia, 2014

From: The Court and the Constitution

The Supreme Court of Canada set out a test for establishing aboriginal title and determined what rights it confers plus what the Crown’s duties are. ; ; ; 10 $1.00 Add
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Men with Special Qualifications

Men with Special Qualifications

From: Cheated

Chapter Eight describes the marketing of the lands taken from First Nations communities to western buyers. ; 29 $2.90 Add
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No One Will Interfere With You

No One Will Interfere With You

From: Cheated

Chapter One describes the Indian Affairs branch of the Canadian government in the 1800s, and a treaty put forth between the Crown and the Cree people. ; 19 $1.90 Add
Our Land The Maritimes
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Our Land The Maritimes

The Basis of the Indian Claim in the Maritime Provinces of Canada

Our Land: The Maritimes examines the historical and legal background to Indigenous land claims in New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Nova Scotia, tracing the patterns of land dealings … ; 296 View
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Part II

Part II

People and the Planet

From: Ring of Fire

In Part II the author explores the effects of mining in the "Ring of Fire" on Indigenous communities in the area, as well as on the environment. This section includes: Chap. 6: Whose … 37 $3.70 Add
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Political Boss

Political Boss

From: Cheated

Chapter Two delves into the year 1896 when the Wilfrid Laurier Liberals took office with a focus on the life of cabinet minister Clifford Sifton. ; 20 $2.00 Add
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Preface
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Preface

Ohén:ton Karihwatéhkwen

From: When the Pine Needles Fall

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