Metis Government
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What is a local government called for First Nations?
Local Band Council
What is a municipal government?
Local town or city government
We vote.
What is the purpose of a government?
to keep order and safety in a community, help community members, provide leadership, make decisions
How do the Metis Nations choose a leader?
What is the leader of the Local Band Council called?
The Chief
Who is the leader of the City of Saskatoon?
Charlie Clarke Mayor
What is the leader of our provincial government called?
Premiere
What is an example of a right?
ex) education
to vote age 18
to be safe
right to speak or voice
What is an example of a traditional system of leadership for the Metis?
The Buffalo Hunt
Tribal Council
Vote
What is a responsibility of the provincial government?
highways
healthcare
education
Give one difference between traditional First Nations Governance and First Nations Governance today.
chief was passed down from father to son usually
women were not chiefs
leadership could change based on needs
What is the name of the Metis Government in Saskatchewan?
The Metis Nation Saskatchewan
What are some responsibilities of First Nations Governance Systems?
Uphold treaties
provide support to their bands
offer education and monetary help for school
work with other governments
What is a responsibility of the municipal government?
ex)
city planning
waste management
pets
parks
What is a law?
a rule that people must follow in an area or community
Define a responsibility.
something that you need to do (duty) in order to be part of a group
What jobs or purpose does the Metis Nation Saskatchewan have?
What is the name of the Tribal Council in Saskatoon?
Saskatoon Tribal Council
What are the people called that help make decisions for Saskatoon?
City Councilors
Give an example of a provincial law.
highway laws
What is an issue that First Nations Governments are working on?
lack of healthcare
low graduation rates
poor housing