150 years later, Treaty 6 brings people together to reflect and recommit
On Aug. 23 and Sept. 9, 1876, at Fort Carlton and Fort Pitt, Treaty 6 was signed, establishing an agreement between the Crown and the First Nations leaders.
150 years after its signing, Treaty 6 is gathering people together to reflect and recommit to the original vision of peaceful coexistence. Signed on August 23 and September 9, 1876, at Fort Carlton and Fort Pitt, the treaty established an agreement between the British Crown and First Nations leaders, primarily Plains Cree, Woods Cree, Assiniboine, Saulteaux, and Dene.
Treaty Commissioner of Saskatchewan, Kathy Walker, emphasized the importance of honoring the original intent of the treaty, which aimed to ensure a prosperous future for future generations, especially in light of the declining bison population and the impact of smallpox. The four-day gathering at Fort Carlton offers attendees the unique opportunity to view the original parchment, which will be on display for the first time outside of archives.
Beardy’s & Okemasis Cree Nation Chief Ed Ananas arranged for the document's return to Saskatchewan after witnessing it in person during a trip to Ottawa. The treaty medal, symbolic of a commitment to relationship-building, will also be on display. Darlene Brander, president of the Saskatchewan Indigenous Cultural Centre, highlighted the shared journey of all treaty people, inviting everyone to partake in the reflection and reaffirmation of the treaty's spirit.
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