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Title: Native justice Rating: 2.5 out of 4 Reference: Directors, Wil Campbell & G.K. Wilson;
executive producer, Gil Cardinal. Library of Congress subjects: Indians of North America--Alberta--Criminal justice system Police—Alberta Law enforcement--Alberta
Reviews and Numerical Ratings 2 This video addressed an important topic but the treatment was disappointing. It argues rightly that the hole in the criminal justice system is justice: Aboriginal people argue that the government acts much like a warden and has made an industry of incarcerating their peoples. A strong case is put forth for localized policing in aboriginal communities, with the Blood tribal police shown as a successful example. However, it was only the voices of the aboriginal police officers that were heard. It was alarming that it was the police, who are in a position of authority, who described this innovative implementation as successful. The voices of those in custody were not heard. Also, it was disappointing that the video did not include other known outlets of healing within these communities for combatting the most frequently committed crimes (traffic, domestic, physical & sexual assault offences). Healing circles were never mentioned. Additionally, too much time was designated to Mike Mitchel. For students at any level. Belinda Godwin 3 I liked it, but it’s a bit slow paced. It needs more historical background and doesn't show well the differences between "native justice" and canadian mainstream justice, and how the latter fails First Nations Peoples. Madelina Sunseri 2 Deals well with abstract issues of problems with the criminal justice system, but visually it’s bad – starts with 10 minutes of predominantly male speakers in an unknown forum in an auditorium. The refusal to narrate & organize ideas could be seen as stimulating or as confusing. Andrew Paravantes & Kathy Bischoping 3 Very good overview of Aboriginal justice issues
from an Aboriginal perspective. Effectively balances individual experience
with macro-level factors. Lecture topics: criminal justice system &
Aboriginal peoples. Dawn Anderson & Peter Kiatipis
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