Indian Act Flashcards
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Q
What was it meant to do?
A
Formalized the Assimilation of FNs. Provided govt administration on reserves and treaty rights across the Dominion.
1
Q
What was it?
A
Act created to regulate the lives of the FNs.
2
Q
What were FNs to the govt under this act?
A
Wards of the govt, living on reserves
3
Q
What were FNs required to do in order to have rights?
A
Register with the govt.
4
Q
What was required to to come and go from reserves?
A
Special passes
5
Q
Children HAD to go where for school?
A
Residential schools
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Q
What was denied?
A
Self-governance, choosing of their own leaders and important ceremonies
