The Indian Act 1876 Flashcards
What is the Indian act?
The Indian Act of 1876 established the Canadian government’s control over First Nations people, aiming to assimilate them into British culture.
What did the Indian Act grant(Control Over Land and Daily Life)
The Act granted the government controls over lands designated for First Nations, which remained governments properly despite being inhabited by Indigenous peoples.
What were the government agents assigned(Control Over Land and Daily Life)?
Government agents were assigned to oversee First Nation communities, enforcing laws and restricting traditional prices,
What did the Indian Act prohibitC(ontrol Over Land and Daily Life)
The Act prohibited traditional religious ceremonies, aiming to eradicate Indigenous cultures and practices.
what did the europeans initially rely on (Historical Context and Changes in Relationships)?
Initially, European settlers relied on Indigenous knowledge for survival but this relationship deteriorated post-War of 1812.
What did the government do when Canadian Confederation prompted them (historical context and changes in relationships)?
The formation of Canadian Confederation prompted the government to assert control over Indigenous peoples through legislation like the Indian Act.
What was the act like (historical context and changes in relationships)?
The Act was a culmination of earlier policies such as the Gradual Civilization Act, aimed at assimilating indigenous peoples into European culture.
The people were granted this status had to do what?
Be registered on a special list
Had to live on assigned reserve lands
Had to be related to other First Nations people by blood
Who wants the Indian Act exclusive to?
The Act was exclusive to First Nations and did not apply to Métis or Inuit peoples, highlighting the discriminatory nature of the legislation.
what did enfranchisement allow(enfranchisement and loss of status)?
Enfranchisement allowed First Nations men to gain rights such as land ownership and voting, but few accepted this offer due to its implications
what could individuals lose(enfranchisement and loss of status)?
Individuals could lose their status through various means, including voluntary renunciation or marriage to a non-status individual.
When was it introduced ( Enfranchisement and Loss of Status)?
It was introduced by the earlier document called, The Gradual Civilization Act of 1857.
What did the acts sought to enfranchise(enfranchisement and loss of status)?
The Acts amendments sought to enfranchise First Nations against their will, further undermining their autonomy.
