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Book Synopsis
A nuanced account of Ottawa's failed attempt to replace Mi'kmaw political culture with Euro-Canadian political values and structures.

Table of Contents

Introduction

1 The Mi’kmaw World in 1900
2 Continuity and Change in Mi’kmaw Politics to 1899
3 The Origins of the Triennial Band Council System
4 Federal Interference and Political Persistence in Mi’kmawCommunities
5 The Limits of Triennial Elections

Conclusion

Notes
Bibliography
Index

No need of a chief for this band

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      Publisher: University of British Columbia Press
      Publication Date: 21/05/2010
      ISBN13: 9780774817899, 978-0774817899
      ISBN10: 0774817895

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      A nuanced account of Ottawa's failed attempt to replace Mi'kmaw political culture with Euro-Canadian political values and structures.

      Table of Contents

      Introduction

      1 The Mi’kmaw World in 1900
      2 Continuity and Change in Mi’kmaw Politics to 1899
      3 The Origins of the Triennial Band Council System
      4 Federal Interference and Political Persistence in Mi’kmawCommunities
      5 The Limits of Triennial Elections

      Conclusion

      Notes
      Bibliography
      Index

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