First Nations Flashcards
What’s a treaty?
An agreement between the federal government and the First Nations where the Aboriginal peoples give up their land rights for reserves and accept money and other stuff.
What’s a comprehensive treaty?
A treaty negotiated in an area where no other treaty has ever been signed. The first treaty for that area.
What’s a specific claim?
Belief that the government didn’t fulfill its obligations under a treaty or other agreements.
What’s a comprehensive claim?
Available to First Nations that haven’t signed treaties in the past. Deals with money, issues including land ownership, self-government, ownership and control of resources, hunting/fishing/trapping rights, and financial compensation.
What’s assimilation?
To lose your culture and adopt the culture of the larger group within which you live.
