When the Canadian settlers headed west, and as they laid claim to many territories, many problems arose. The civil rights of the native peoples were, once again, tested. Their culture, and power was significantly weakened, as the Canadian government created and signed many acts as to oppress them. And while the government acted incompetently in the development and infrastructure of the tribes, something we still see today, it can be argued that their attempts of assimilation of the tribes was the worst deed they’ve done to the Natives.
Accounts of Canadian Lifestyle Assimilation of Natives
For many native Canadians, their way of life was threatened by these treaties, as well as their wellbeing. For example, the treaty with the