Unceded by George M. Abbott (Paperback Book)

Name: Unceded by George M. Abbott (Paperback Book)
Brand: University of British Columbia Press

University of British Columbia Press

Unceded is a compelling history of the BC government's relationship with Indigenous peoples, from early \""land question\"" disputes to current reconciliation efforts.\nTreaty commissioner George M. Abbott combines archival research with a former cabinet minister's insider perspective on government to chronicle over 150 years of BC-Indigenous relations. He details how early government officials refused to negotiate treaties, instead coercing First Nations onto small reserves. Despite sustained Indigenous resistance, the situation only worsened in the decades that followed--until several Supreme Court decisions compelled the province to sit down at the negotiating table. \nMore recently, the province has taken steps toward reconciliation, including passing legislation recognizing Indigenous\n\nUnceded\nUnderstanding British Columbia's Colonial Past and Why It Matters Now\nFree UK delivery on this item.\n\nThis brand new item is available with free UK delivery using Royal Mail tracked se;