Joe Duquette interview

From the provided Abstract: “Joe Duquette, born 1904, on Mistawasis Reserve, never attended school, completely self-educated. Now Senator of F.S.I. and involved in teaching and counselling young people. He tells the story of his arranged marriage.” ------------ Duquette also describes the effects of the Soldier Resettlement Act following World War I and how the settlement of Soldiers affected Mistawasis reserve lands. Additionally, Duquette talks about the schooling of children on the Reserve (some were boarding schools, and others were what Duquette calls “mixed schools”); experiences learning English outside of schools; spirituality; and life at Mistawasis.