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Big Bear is largely known for his role with Treaty 6 and his dealings with the Canadian Government, however from his humble beginning to Big Bear's trial he will always be remembered by his people as a man who fought peacefully for the rights of his band. Big Bear led his band for 20 years, and he has left a legacy among his people for generations to come.

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-he was also known as Mistahi-maskwa

-was born around 1825 near Jackfish lake

-began establishing himself as a leader in the late 1850's

-born to an Ojibwa chief named Black Powder (Mukitoo)

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-powerful and popular cree cheif who played many pivotal roles in Canadian history

-appointed to chief

-refused to sign Treaty No. 6 and he was the first cheif to do so

-he continued to refuse treaty

-in the late 1870s, Mistahimaskwa tried to create a political confederation of Indian bands capable of forcing concessions from the governmentl