Almost one million square kilometres of territory were affected by a 1975 agreement that dissident Inuit communities rejected in their fight to retain land and traditions.
Synopsis
Almost one million square kilometres of territory were affected by a 1975 agreement that dissident Inuit communities rejected in their fight to retain land and traditions.
Synopsis
Povungnituk, Ivujivik, and Sugluk are home to Inuit community members who oppose a 1975 agreement that ceded nearly one million square kilometres of land. This agreement involved the Northern Quebec Inuit Association, the Québec and federal governments, and several corporations. The film captures the voices and actions of these dissenters as they express their commitment to preserving their land and traditions. Filmmakers visit their homes, the ice, and the sea to document their daily lives and struggles.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- Meet the Inuit dissenters of the 1975 land agreement.
- See the daily lives of Inuit in northern Quebec.
- Find out about the impact of the James Bay agreement.
Did You Know
- The 1975 agreement involved six parties, including Hydro-Québec.
- The territory affected by the agreement is almost one million square kilometers.
- The film features Inuit communities from Povungnituk, Ivujivik, and Sugluk.
- The documentary was released in 1983 and runs for 54 minutes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What agreement did the Inuit community reject in 1975?
The Inuit community rejected an agreement signed on November 11, 1975, involving the Northern Quebec Inuit Association, the Québec and federal governments, and several corporations that took away Native rights to a territory of almost one million square kilometres.
Which Inuit communities are featured in the documentary?
The documentary features the dissident Inuit communities of Povungnituk, Ivujivik, and Sugluk.
What is the duration of the documentary 'Our Land, Our Truth'?
The duration of 'Our Land, Our Truth' is 54 minutes.
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