Historical Events tagged with "dene"
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Nunavut Act Passed by Parliament of Canada
The Parliament of Canada passed the Nunavut Act, facilitating the creation of Nunavut as a separate territory. It divided the Northwest Territories into two distinct regions: the eastern arctic areas primarily inhabited by Inuit and the sub-arctic regions where the Dene people reside. This legislatation followed a successful plebiscite demonstrating significant support among the Inuit population in pursuit of self-governance and cultural preservation. The Act was pivotal in addressing historical grievances and aimed to provide greater autonomy to Indigenous peoples in Canada.
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