Question #1: In the RCAP reading, The Traditions of Governance discusses the centrality of land in self- governance including the unique connection to the land.

a) What do you know about the history of the land on which you live, or the peoples who used to live there? Specifically, discuss the history of the land on which you live now or the Indigenous people who historically occupied this land.

b) Does your new knowledge of the land change your perspective? Yes or No? Describe how this new knowledge of the land relates to Indigenous self-governance. Be sure to support your answer.

Question #2: In the reading by Sayers and MacDonald on A Strong and Meaningful Role for First Nations Women in Governance in First Nations Women, Governance and the Indian Act: A Collection of Policy Research Reports, describe what role should First Nations Women play in rebuilding First Nation governance in Canada? Provide three points and support your answer.

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