Regional development the Cree of James Bay, Quebec

Abstract

This paper will focus on how the Cree have had to adapt and put in force various policies and measures that they felt would best serve their people after the signing of the James Bay and Northern Quebec Agreement.  The material that was researched, as well as the author's personal experience, will provide an insight into how the Cree set up their own government structures, businesses and institutions since the signing of the agreement. Through a historical examination of their advancement to modern day society and advanced technology, this paper will demonstrate how the Cree have maintained their traditions, culture and beliefs by dealing with their own issues and problems from within.  The paper concludes with a number of observations and recommendations.

Keywords: Aboriginal, Cree, regional and social development, government