SY101 Lecture Notes - Lecture 26: Darren Thomas, Indian Register, Self-Determination
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Only nation with a deed to the land. Acknowledged as a nation by the british crown. First recognition that there were people were here and had a way of life. 1829 gradual civilization act assumption that the natives were not civilized. Fully functioning, civilized nations in canada for 1000"s of years. Want indidudous health and economy to help canada. 1859 infranchisement, grade 3 level. want to civilize an indian . Incharge of: water, education, health care, waste water, lands, membership if you were an indian. Status indian registered with government, get an indian number. Non-indian people who were in charge of these things. Elected representitives in reserves, but ultimately have to listen to the statenot complete control. Gated communities, if you were found outside without a pass you could be put into jail without a trial for 2 years. Became illegal to practice ceremonies of election, banning of their government.
