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The Other Side of the Ledger: An Indian View of the Hudson's Bay Company

The Hudson's Bay Company's 300th anniversary celebration was no occasion for joy among the people whose lives were tied to the trading stores. This film, narrated by George Manuel, president of the National Indian Brotherhood, presents the view of spokesmen for Canadian Indian and Métis groups. There is a sharp contrast between the official celebrations, with Queen Elizabeth II among the guests, and what Indians have to say about their lot in the Company's operations.
Gil Cardinal

Gil Cardinal

Following on from scenes of the Hudson’s Bay Company’s 300th anniversary celebration, with Queen Elizabeth and Prince Phillip in attendance, the film bears down on applying the Aboriginal voice to a rather blunt indictment of a history of inequality in the trade relationship between the HBC and their Indian and Métis suppliers. Co-directed by Willie Dunn of the NFB’s Indian Film Crew.


Extrait de la sélection : The Aboriginal Voice: the National Film Board and Aboriginal Filmmaking through the Years

Niveau scolaire 6 - 12

Social Studies / Communities in Canada/World

Aboriginal Studies / History/Politics

Aboriginal Studies / Identity/Society

Aboriginal Studies / Issues

Description pédagogique:

Research the status and conditions of natives living on reserves. Include any changes in average income, life expectancy and infant mortality rates. Investigate the changes in the operations and size of the HBC. Compare and contrast the information in this film with that of David Thompson: The Great Mapmaker.


 

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