Unit 2 focused on a number of different modes of interpreting treaties between Indigenous peoples and the Crown, including
the literal approach, focusing on the written version of the treaty presented by the Government of Canada.
The “spirit and intent” approach, focusing on the Indian understanding of treaty terms, and the oral account of the treaty.
the legal interpretation of treaties by Canadian and International courts.
In a paper of about 1000 words, describe each of these modes of interpretation and the perspectives or philosophies that guide them. Which mode or modes of interpretation do you consider the most accurate or correct?
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