Fisheries officer in Lillooet

Identifier: 1.01382
Title: Fisheries officer in Lillooet
Scope and contents: Item is a photograph of a fisheries officer signing a document dismissing a charge on fishing in Lillooet.
Date: 1978
Spatial Coverage: Lillooet (B.C.)
Subject: Fishing rights--British Columbia; Fisheries--Management
Names: Canada. Department of Fisheries
Context: In July 1978, the Federal Fisheries Department imposed a 2-day fishing closure in the Lillooet area due to low salmon count in the Fraser River. The Lillooet Band asserted their right to fish for food, but fishery officers enforced the ban by charging several individuals, including Bradley Bob. Although he was found guilty, he was granted an absolute discharge and the inherent Aboriginal right to fish for food was recognized in law for the first time.; In the matter of Regina vs Bradley Gerald Bob
Physical description: 1 photograph : col. negative ; 35 mm
Related materials: Related article appeared on pages 4 to 8 of UBCIC News vol. 1, no. 3 (July 1978), entitled "Lillooet Asserts Rights".; Fishing Bulletin (April 29, 1979)
Statement of Responsibility: Basil, Steven (photographer)
Rights
Rights Holder: Copyright held by Union of British Columbia Indian Chiefs; To request permission for use or copies please contact the UBCIC Library and Archives.
General notes: Title based on contents of the image
Last Modified: September 3, 2024

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