As you have learned within Module 7, the challenges, living conditions, economy and life within Aboriginal communities is diverse. The standard of living is dependent upon a variety of components, including location, funding, governance, population and government policy. Chief Murray Sinclair, considers the issues within Aboriginal communities, to be "a Canadian issue, not an Aboriginal problem" as we are all Treaty People.
View, listen to and read the following contemporary issues concerning Aboriginal communities within Canada:
View the Mansbridge One on One Interview with Activist Cindy Blackstock regarding inequity in education funding within Canada.
Listen to (or read) the CBC Radio interview with Six Nations Reserve Members, regarding water concerns on the reserve.
Read the National Post article on teenager, Autumn Peltier speaking at the UN Summit regarding water rights.
- explain why you think Chief Justice Murray Sinclair considers the the issue to be a Canadian, not an Indigenous Issues
- support your ideas with examples and evidence
- provide your perspective on the issue
If you choose to represent your understanding through art, collage, story or video, please ensure you include a paragraph explaining the message your work represents.
Your assignment will be assessed according to the Assignment Rubric.
Submit your final work to the Assignment Folder: Challenges for Aboriginal Communities