This resource is primarily written for parents and community workers; however, there are many parts that would be beneficial for children of separated Aboriginal parents to know. It is divided into sections that include resources, videos, worksheets and [more]
In this case that went to the Supreme Court, Dorothy van der Peet went fishing and caught 10 salmon under an Indian fish food license. She then sold these fish for profit. According to the law related to the Indian fish food license, Dorothy could not [more]
This 193 page middle or high school resource examines questions such as how societies make laws, resolve conflicts, and deal with those who do not live up to society’s standards for behaviour.
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Grade Level:
7-9, 10-12
Publisher:
Public Legal Education Association of Saskatchewan, Inc.
Education is our Buffalo is a teacher resource that covers the following topics: an historical time line of important Aboriginal events, spiritualiy and teaching, cultural traditions and education development through time. Personal articles written by [more]
The Treat of La Grande Paix de Montreal, from the CBC A Canadian History website, gives background information regarding the people involved and the steps leading to the signing of the Treaty [more]
This site discusses a variety of landmark decisions from the Law Courts of Canada. They include issues dealing with Aboriginal Rights and the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms to name a few. Each case is explained in detail using plain [more]