http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tgJcboFeOmw&NR=1
Another short film, it documented thoughts on how first nations can match governance with culture and traditions. The interviews were conducted in 2008 and the outcome was released on youtube in 2010. It discuss' the modern world and how we need to use our traditions in a modern world way.
When I think of my community and how we practice traditions in a modern way, hunting and fishing come to mind. Because our fishermen have so many fancy equipment on their boats to help them fish and our hunters go out with guns and fourwheelers.
Of the topic, I think people assume that if we had self governance that we would be expected to live in wigwams. The chief Sophie Pierre really stands out to me on this film because she puts out a strong front. By strong front I mean, educated wise and confident in her words.
I think that National leaders are hoping that we don't gain self governance.
After watching the film I felt like of course our government will have to have cultural match, thats the whole point of re-educating ourselves on our culture and traditions. We have yet to achieve these goals but we are winning one battle at a time.
I agree with all that was said on this short film.
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