LWSO 203 Lecture Notes - Indian Act, George Iii Of The United Kingdom, Aboriginal Peoples In Canada
26 Mar 2013
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Political structure varied across the country (most had a stable method of governance and decision-making) Oral traditions and teachings; went hand-in-hand with ceremonies. Teachings emphasized appropriate behavior (responsibility to others as opposed to individual rights) Emphasized consensus and rehabilitation: focus on responsibility to others, collective property focused on stewardship rather than ownership, aboriginal-colonizer relations. All aboriginal lands not previously transferred to europeans are. First agreements: groups considered to be independent nations) Royal proclamation 1763: reserved for the exclusive use and possession of the indians. Aboriginal lands can only be transferred to the crown. Basis of the crowns fiduciary duties to aboriginals. 11 historic treaties entered into between 1871- 1921. First nations that sign treaties give up their land and get reserves in return: reserve: 12 mile per family of 5, title to land is held by the crown. Guarantee that first nations can continue their way of life on the surrendered lands except where that land has been settled.
