The relationship between Indigenous peoples and the Canadian state has never before been quite so prominent. Yet it remains as complex as ever. The news is full of terms such as "Aboriginal rights", "Indigenous self-determination", "UNDRIP", the "doctrine of discovery", and the "intergenerational trauma" of the residential school system. LAW 202/702 Aboriginal Law explores these key themes and concepts, getting at the heart of the complex relationship between the Canadian state and Indigenous peoples, exploring both the historical roots, the evolution of treaty and policy frameworks, and the current effects of the many issues involved in this dynamic and sometimes fragmented relationship. Only by better understanding the history and current challenges of the interactions between Indigenous peoples and the Canadian state can we hope to move forward on the path to reconciliation.
The relationship between Indigenous peoples and the Canadian state has never before been quite so prominent. Yet it remains as complex as ever. The news is full of terms such as "Aboriginal rights", "Indigenous self-determination", "UNDRIP", the "doctrine of discovery", and the "intergenerational trauma" of the residential school system. LAW 202/702 Aboriginal Law explores these key themes and concepts, getting at the heart of the complex relationship between the Canadian state and Indigenous peoples, exploring both the historical roots, the evolution of treaty and policy frameworks, and the current effects of the many issues involved in this dynamic and sometimes fragmented relationship. Only by better understanding the history and current challenges of the interactions between Indigenous peoples and the Canadian state can we hope to move forward on the path to reconciliation.
