Treaty 8 was the most comprehensive treaty, encompassing a land mass of approximately 840,000 kilometers, and is home to 41 First Nation communities. Treaty No 8 territory encompasses areas of Northern Alberta, Northwestern Saskatchewan, Northeastern British Columbia, and the Southwest portion of the Northwest Territories.

The highest concentration of residential schools in Canada were in Treaty 8 territory. Of the 25 residential schools in Alberta, 11 were in Treaty 8. What has not been considered is that many schools were relocated during their operation – there could be multiple burial sites.

ARTICLES OF A TREATY made and concluded at the several dates mentioned therein, in the year of Our Lord one thousand eight hundred and ninety-nine, between Her most Gracious Majesty the Queen of Great Britain and Ireland, by Her Commissioners the Honourable David Laird, of Winnipeg, Manitoba, Indian Commissioner for the said Province and the ...

Treaty 8 First Nations of Alberta Chiefs Chief Allan Adam. Athabasca Chipewyan FN Chief Neil Cheechman. Ft. McMurray FN Chief Ivan Sawan. ... Lands, territory, enviroment waters and natural resources Kevin Ahkimnachie. Livelihood Director. Cody Sharphead. Land Use and Environmental Planning Advisor

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Treaty 8 First Nations of Alberta encompasses a land mass of approximately 840,000 square kilometers. The Treaty 8 territory encompasses Northern Alberta, Northwest Saskatchewan, Northeastern British Columbia and the Southwest portion of the Northwest Territories.

On June 21, 1899, the eighth treaty between the Indians of North America and the Queen of England was signed. The signatories of Treaty 8 agreed to its terms for reasons of peace and friendship – ensuring what they thought would be a partnership.

The highest concentration of Residential Schools in Canada were in Treaty 8 territory. Of the 25 Residential Schools in Alberta, 11 were in Treaty 8. What has not been considered is many schools were relocated during their operation – there could be multiple burial sites.

2018年10月25日 · Treaty 8 Grand Chief Responds to Jason Kenney's Land Sale Plan. Edmonton, Alberta – November 29, 2018 – Recently Jason Kenney, the leader of the Alberta UCP, has begun to announce their plans if they win the election in 2019. One of these proposed plans is to sell off crown lands in Peace River Country for agricultural development.

Treaty 8 First Nations of Alberta To Protect, Promote, Bring to Life, Implement, and Sustain the True Spirit and Intent of Treaty No. 8 as long as the sun shines, the grass grows, and the waters flow.