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(Re)Claiming Indian Status(2020)
Status: Released
Date: 2020-09-26
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(Re)claiming Indian Status shares the stories of Indigenous women and families who fought to reclaim their Indian Status and advocated for the elimination of sex-discrimination in the Indian Act.
Overview:
This documentary digs into the stories of Indigenous women and families to reclaim their Indian Status through their fight for the elimination of sex-discrimination in the Indian Act. It highlights the impacts of the law on individuals, families and communities. Since the passing of Bill S-3 and its amendments, thousands of Indigenous people are now eligible for Indian Status.
Languages: English.
Countries:
Canada
ProductionCompanies:
BearPaw Media and Education
Native Counselling Services of Alberta
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