Treaty 5

Quick Facts: Who was Treaty 5?

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Treaty 5

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A major treaty establishing land rights between First Nations and the Canadian Crown.

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Origins & Early Life

Treaty Five is a treaty between Queen Victoria and Saulteaux and Swampy Cree non-treaty band governments and peoples around Lake Winnipeg in the District of Keewatin. Much of what is today central and northern Manitoba was covered by the treaty, as were a few small adjoining portions of the present-day provinces of Saskatchewan and Ontario. The fifth of several treaties, Treaty 5 was completed in two rounds.

Career & Major Achievements

The first was from September 1875 to September 1876. The Crown intended in 1875 to include only "the Indians [east and west] of Lake Winnipeg for the surrender of the Territory uncovered by previous treaties" including "the proposed migration of the Norway House band". Pimicikamak territory was north of the lake.

Enduring Legacy & Impact

It was included by accident or design of Tepastenam attending the Norway House signing. Additional peoples and groups signed on between 1908 and 1910. Treaties had been signed with Indigenous Peoples in most districts well suited for agriculture in central Canada before Confederation in 1867.

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

1. 1867: 1867 Milestone — Treaties had been signed with Indigenous Peoples in most districts well suited for agriculture in central Canada before Confederation in 1867.
2. 1875: 1875 Milestone — The first was from September 1875 to September 1876.
3. 1908: 1908 Milestone — Additional peoples and groups signed on between 1908 and 1910.

Notable Quotes by Treaty 5

“The treaty was intended to cover the surrender of the Territory uncovered by previous treaties.” (1875)

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Treaty 5

True or False: “True or False: Treaty Five was intended to cover only the lands immediately adjacent to Lake Winnipeg.”

Answer (FALSE ❌): False. The treaty was designed to cover vast territories in the District of Keewatin, extending into modern Saskatchewan and Ontario, not just the immediate lake area.

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