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Native Illiteracy and Federal Provincial Literacy Power
The article outlines how Canada uses federal and provincial measures to address Native illiteracy. It details band control of education, curriculum input, and funding mechanisms, including a 1971 Cultural/Educational Centres Program and a 1989 Manitoba literacy push. It notes challenges in Northern communities and Swan Lake funding rejections amid federal responsibilities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development
Department of Indian Affairs
Indian Affairs Department
Manitoba
Federal Multiculturalism and Citizenship
Gerry Weiner
Manitoba Education and Training
Len
Derkach
Manitoba Task Force On
Elmer Soldier
Swan Lake Indian Reserve
Swan Lake Reserve
Swan Lake Band
Gwen Merrick
Manitoba Literacy Office
Swan Lake
Dauphin