First Canadians

Published in 1995, The First Canadians is a concise examination of the key issues facing native peoples in Canada.

The authors review the major aspects of native economic, political and social development; they discuss native life on reserves and in urban settings; examine the prospects for self-government and economic initiative, the state of health care, education, child welfare and justice. They also provide an historical overview of government policy and legislation regarding First Nations over the past twenty-five years.

Based on extensive interviews with native leaders and now updated with the latest statistical information, The First Canadians offers unparalleled insights into the current state of Canada's First Nations.

Published in 1995, The First Canadians is a concise examination of the key issues facing native peoples in Canada.

AcknowledgementsIntroduction1. The White Paper and Other Policy Initiatives2. Reserves3. Urban Indians4. Self-Govemment5. Economic Development6. Health Care7. Education8. Child Welfare9. Justice10. Native OrganizationsPostscriptBibliographyIndex