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The objects of the Cree Trappers' Association are :
a) to represent and act on behalf of the Cree Trappers of Quebec
with respect to problems involved in all sectors of the fur industry
in Canada and to protect and defend their interests with respect
thereto;
b) to encourage the conservation of fur-bearing animals as a renewable
natural resource and to encourage and promote humane methods of
harvesting;
c) to promote the sale and assist in the orderly collection and
marketing of wild furs by its members in all markets of the world;
d) to act as a regional council, group or association to solve
and assist in solving all problems affecting the welfare of the
Cree trappers of Quebec ;
e) to assist the Cree trappers of Quebec through all means permitted
by law to affirm, exercise, protect, enlarge and have recognized
and accepted their rights, guarantees, claims and interests;
f) to foster, promote, protect and assist in preserving the way
of life, values, activities and traditions of the Cree trappers
of Quebec and to safeguard the system of the Cree traplines;
g) to advise on methods and means of obtaining and to assist in
obtaining the maximum possible benefits and advantages for the
Cree trappers of Quebec;
h) to protect and promote the rights, guarantees, claims and interests
of the Cree trappers of Quebec with respect to the effects of development,
and to study, organize and implement remedial works and measures,
as well as measures relating to the protection and enhancement
of wildlife;
i) to discuss and deal with all governments, public authorities
and other agencies, all corporations and persons in relation to
the rights, guarantees, claims and interests of the Cree trappers
of Quebec and, particularly, with respect to the development and
improvement of fur processing management and marketing and the
transfer of the Association of appropriate government services
and programs related to trapping;
j) to carry on research and provide or arrange for the provision
of training programs and of technical, professional, educational
and other assistance to improve the welfare of the Cree trappers
of Quebec;
k) to provide, administer and manage regional services and programs
with respect to trapline development, communication, camps, transportation,
supplies, all aspects of fur processing, management and marketing,
the construction and maintenance of physical facilities and all
other activities which may affect or benefit the Cree trappers
of Quebec;
l) to act as a vehicle for the obtaining, management, holding,
administration, investment, distribution and placement of funds
of or to be used for the benefit of the Cree trappers of Quebec;
m) to work with other trappers' associations and other native organizations
with respect to any common goals, aspirations and pursuits;
n) to do all such other things as are necessary, incidental or
conductive to the attainment of the foregoing objects.
Fromthe incorporation papers of the Association
recorded March 31, 1978
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