Title: A homeland for the Cree
Description: Compares Cree society in 1971 with that society a decade later. Analyzes the nature of the changes that took place as a result of the James Bay hydroelectric project and resultant impact on the Cree Indians of the area. Shows why the experience of the Cree with economic development has been positive. Provides a detailed portrait of a contemporary native society and suggests valuable guidelines for any agency working to negotiate an accord between native peoples and government.
Subjects: Cree Indians, Government relations, Regional planning, Land tenure, Economic conditions, James Bay Hydroelectric Project, Indians of North America, Indiens d'Amerique, Cree (Indiens), Conditions sociales, Relations avec l'Etat, Projet de la baie James, Cris (Indiens), General, HISTORY, Indians of north america, canada, Economic policy
Places: James Bay Region