CANADA'S NORTHWEST TERRITORIES: Re: Re: Re: Poverty

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In response to Re: Re: Poverty posted by humorous_sage:

Hank,

The government went into the Northwest Territories and interfered in the Inuit's lives. They didn't like them living in igloos in remote parts of the territories. So, they gathered them together and talked them into adapting to white man's ways. (Sound familiar?) Then, when they need help, the government is no where to be seen and no money if forthcoming.

I feel sorry for these people. They were duped, as is the case with most Indigenous Peoples. Now, they are left high and dry to pay expensive prices for good and supplies that are flown in by bush plane. Yes, they all supplement their food by hunting and trapping, but the old way of life is fast disappearing. The young are no longer interested in learning these skills.

-- posted by Red