Assignment 3 (worth 9%): Tricky or Treaty! Documentary Assignment Due
June 7, 4pm.
With fundamental concepts of geography in mind (e.g. space,
place, location and territory) view the film Trick
or Treaty? (Written and directed by Alanis Obomsawin, GOQ, filmmaker,
singer, artist, storyteller). This film examines the legacy of Treaty No. 9
(1905), signed by the Government of Canada and Indigenous peoples in the
James Bay area. The treaty had a significant impact on Aboriginal peoples, who
were relocated to reserves as a result, allowing the natural resources both
below and above ground to become the property of the Government of Canada.
After viewing the film Trick or Treaty? and
considering the following questions/points, write a 1-2-page analysis and incorporate
your reflections.
[You do not need to limit your analysis to these questions,
nor include all of them]:
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What is the significance of the historical
facts related to Treaty No. 9, both
oral and written presented in the film?
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Which
natural resources might the government have interested in?
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Why
was there minimal European settlement in this area?
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Consider
how the boundaries of the Treaty may have impacted traditional activities such
as hunting and fishing.
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What
role does oral history play in Indigenous culture and how did viewing the film
give you an understanding of the film will give students a solid understanding
of the
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importance
of oral history?
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What
examples in film demonstrated how oral history are an accurate source of
information for Aboriginal peoples and led to successful court victories?
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How
is the importance of place and territory emphasized in this film?
Format
requirements:
§ 1-2 pages, double spaced, Times
New Roman or Arial font, size 12 font
§ 1 margins
§ Proper citations required
APA, Chicago or MLA are all acceptable
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