By Sean Graham
This week I talk with Peter Fortna, author of The Fort McKay Métis Nation: A Community History. We talk about the origins of the Nation, which is located in northeastern Alberta, the community connections between the Métis and First Nation, and how colonial government structures have influenced community relationships. We also discuss the role of resources and resource extraction in the economic history of the nation, the significance of the trapline system, and Peter’s motivation to make the book open access.
Historical Headline of the Week
Chris Nelson, “Fort McKay Métis Nation builds booming business in oilsands sector,” Calgary Herald, March 25, 2021.
Sean Graham is a cultural historian, an Adjunct Professor at Carleton University, and a contributing editor with Activehistory.ca
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