Promises
What was every Indigenous person supposed to receive annually?
$5 and a gift of clothing
What land makes up treaty 4 territory?
Southern Saskatchewan, small portions of western Manitoba, and southern Alberta
Who was the Plains Cree Chief?
Loud Voice
Who was the senior negotiator?
Alexander Morris
What is the statement that reminds us that we all live on treaty land?
We are all treaty people
What were Chiefs supposed to receive annually?
$25
When was Treaty 4 signed?
September 15, 1874
Who spoke for the Saulteaux peoples?
The Gambler
Why were negotiations delayed?
Many of the First Nations were out hunting Buffalo and because Morris wanted to speak to them all at once he pushed negotiations back.
How many First Nations live in Treaty 4 Territory?
35
A family of five was promised how much land?
One square mile (640 acres)
What is Treaty Ground?
A dedicated area where treaty business meant to take place
Who felt that creating another treaty would help Western stability?
Alexander Morris
Why were treaty negotiations difficult at the start?
The Cree, Saulteaux, and Assiniboine peoples were not getting along, and so it was hard for them to make a united front
What land surrounds Treaty 4 territory?
Treaty 7, 6, 5, 2
What treaty are Treaty 4's promises based on?
Treaty 3
When did the reserve selection process begin?
The reserve selection process began in 1876, this was a problem because they were promised this land two years prior
What is another name for Treaty 4?
The Qu'Appelle Treaty
How long were treaty negotiations?
6 days
Why is it important to understand the treaty we live on (especially when we are saying land recognitions)?
We need to understand the words we are saying rather than just saying words.
What rights were guaranteed to Indigenous peoples?
The right to hunt, fish, and trap on all land (with restrictions on land used for farming and settlement)
Where was Treaty 4 signed?
Fort Qu'Appelle
Who was skeptical of the treaty and who was convinced that the treaties were a good idea?
The Gambler was skeptical and Loud Voice was excited
What is something unique about Treaty 4 negotiations?
There was a lack of Indigenous rituals during negotiations
What 3 reserves are closest to us (in Estevan Sk)?
Pheasent Rump Nakota, Ocean Man, White Bear