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Our Nationhood

In this feature documentary, Aboriginal filmmaker and artist Alanis Obomsawin chronicles the determination and tenacity of the Listuguj Mi'gmaq people to use and manage the natural resources of their traditional lands. Our Nationhood provides a contemporary perspective on the Mi'gmaq people's ongoing struggle and ultimate success, culminating in the community receiving an award for Best Managed River from the same government that had denied their traditional rights.

Niveau scolaire 9 - 12

Aboriginal Studies / History/Politics

Aboriginal Studies / Identity/Society

Aboriginal Studies / Issues

Social Studies / Canadian Politics and Government

Description pédagogique:

Before watching Part 2 of the video (66 min), predict the outcome. Role play a negotiation between a Native group and government officials. Contrast the Mi'gmaq attitude toward the environment with that of the non-Natives in the film. What do you think the Mi'gmaq can or will accomplish in the next 20 years? Discuss the concept and legitimacy of ancestral rights, as well as the complications faced by the government in recognizing them.


 

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  • Nation

    Nation

      «Excellent film about the Mi'gmaq people who stood up for their rights. All my best to them. The 2nd part of the film they would like to log their trees but instead of clear cutting they would like to log the trees selectively. Yes!!!!»

    11 Nov 2010
    1 personne aime ca |
  • HeronBleu

    HeronBleu

      «Je viens de visionner les premières minutes du film. Les séquences initiales ont le pouvoir de m'émouvoir aux larmes. Voici décrit en quelques images, l'histoire d'un peuple déshérité. À suivre...»

    16 Oct 2010

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