Treaty 6 marks 150 years, still shapes life for 17 Alberta First Nations
A milestone anniversary is drawing attention to the ongoing legacy of a treaty signed a century and a half ago across central Alberta and Saskatchewan.
Why it matters
Treaty 6 continues to define land, rights and relationships for 17 First Nations and the broader province 150 years after it was signed.
Treaty 6, first signed 150 years ago, continues to shape the lives of Indigenous communities across Alberta today. The treaty remains a living framework for at least 17 First Nations in the province, including Alexander First Nation, Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation, Beaver Lake Cree Nation, Cold Lake First Nations, Enoch Cree Nation and Ermineskin Cree Nation.
Other Nations connected to Treaty 6 include Frog Lake First Nation, Heart Lake First Nation, Kehewin Cree Nation, Louis Bull Tribe, Montana First Nation, O'Chiese First Nation, Paul First Nation, Samson Cree Nation, Sunchild First Nation, Whitefish Lake First Nation #128 and Saddle Lake Cree Nation.
The anniversary is being marked as a moment to reflect on the treaty's history and its continuing relevance to relationships between these Nations and the rest of Alberta.
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