A river of destiny: Mackenzie's Arctic voyage still disturbs natives

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The Mackenzie River in Canada's Northwest Territories is named after Alexander Mackenzie, who was the first white man to navigate the river. The local Dene Indians are angry that the river is named after Mackenzie, since his arrival brought more white men that changed their way of life.

Social aspects, History, Crees, Northwest Territories, Mackenzie River

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500 years and counting: dignitaries and visitors braved wind and rain to celebrate John Cabot's historic voyage

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A crowd of 20,000 greeted the ship Matthew in Bonavista, Newfoundland, on Jun 24, 1997. Matthew is a replica of the ship that John Cabot used on his historic voyage 500 years ago. The ceremonies were generally upbeat despite harsh weather and protests by native groups.

Demonstrations and protests, Fairs and festivals, Newfoundland and Labrador, Cabot, John

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A struggle for recognition; B.C. natives assert their claims

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British Columbia's National Democratic Party declared in Dec 1991 that it would recognize Indian land claims and the right of native peoples to self-government.

Cover Story, Social policy, British Columbia, Native people's land claims, Indigenous people's land claims, National Democratic Party (Canada)

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