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L.A. Richard, Deputy Minister, Department of Fish and Game, Quebec to Harold W . McGill, Director, Indian Affairs Branch

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Dates
30 Jan 1942 (indexed as 1942)
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Letter: indicating that his Dept has good intentions towards Indians of Que. and that any past injustices caused to them must be repaired. Indicating that his Dept. has endeavoured, whenever possible, to accommodate Indians, eg. with fur sanctuaries and hunting seasons for beaver, but indicating that restrictions and cooperation necessary if measures are to work. Outlining problems encountered with fur dealers and maintaining regulations. Stating that, in order to control illegal activity, Indians will also be required to hold a trapper's license, to be distributed through agents who would be accountable to IAB. Asking for recommendation on amount of fee to be charged to Indians for these licenses.
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