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Reflections in 2017 on the 1967 Centennial Speech of Chief Dan George
As Canadians from coast to coast to coast prepare to mark Canada’s 150th birthday on July 1, 2017, I wanted to revisit and reflect on the late Chief...
Famous Indigenous People (2)
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Chief Robert Joseph Appointed to Order of British Columbia
On June 15, 2015, I, along with my sisters, had the great honour of witnessing our father, Chief Dr. Robert Joseph, be appointed to the Order of...
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Elijah Harper: The Man With a Feather Who Changed the Course of History
Aboriginal people are not against the right of Quebec as a distinct society within Canada. […] Of course they are a distinct society. So are the...
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Chief Robert Joseph Sr.
Chief Dr. Robert Joseph, O.B.C., is a hereditary chief of the Gwawaenuk First Nation who upholds a life dedicated to bridging the differences brought...
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Louis Riel - Métis Visionary? Father of Manitoba? Rebel? Martyr?
In Manitoba, Louis Riel Day is the third Monday in February and is a provincial holiday (first celebrated in 2008) - this date does not coincide with...
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Tecumseh, Shawnee War Chief (1768-1813)
Tecumseh, Shawnee War Chief was a charismatic leader, an orator and a respected war chief of the Shawnee Indians of Ohio. His vision for a...
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A Brief History of the Haida Bentwood Box
Haida Bentwood boxes were made in many different sizes in the old days, with various types of wood being used depending on the purpose of the box but...
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Louis Riel Jr and the Northwest Rebellion of 1885
The Northwest Rebellion of 1885 began with Louis Riel, Jr. returning with his wife, two small children and a few supporters to seize the church at...