James P. Brady
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James Patrick Brady, better known as Jim Brady (March 11, 1908 – disappeared June 7, 1967),[1] was a Canadian Métis political leader and activist in Saskatchewan and Alberta. Along with Malcolm Norris, he is generally regarded as one of the two most influential Métis leaders of his era. Brady was a self-educated Marxist, Socialist, and Métis nationalist, as well as a member of the Communist Party of Canada.[2] Brady was a strong advocate and voice for the Métis of Alberta and would go on to become an instrumental part in the formalization of today's contemporary Métis Settlements in Alberta. Brady is a member of the historic Metis Settlements "Famous Five" leadership.
In addition to his political work, Brady was a well-known photographer.[3] Primarily showcasing woodlands or hunting scenes, Brady used the lens to argue for Métis political resurgence and self-determination.[3] In notable works collected by the Glenbow Museum, Brady's peers can be seen demonstrating principles of self-sufficiency and living off the land, central to the artist's ideology.[3] Brady practiced until his disappearance, and saw this pastime as a tool of resistance against settler colonialism.[3]
Biography
He was born on March 11, 1908, parented by a daughter of Métis Strathcona, Alberta pioneer Laurent Garneau and an Irish immigrant. Brady served in the Canadian Army in the European Theatre of World War II. He also helped to found numerous Métis political organizations in Western Canada. These included the Métis Association of Alberta, the Métis Association of Saskatchewan, and the Métis Association of La Ronge. He and Norris were motive force behind formation of Alberta's Metis settlements.[2]
Disappearance
Jim Brady's disappearance is still the subject of mystery and controversy. He disappeared in northern Saskatchewan while on a prospecting trip with a Cree friend in June 1967.[4] Their remains were never found, fueling speculation that they may have been murdered, or assassinated for his political activities.[5][6]
See also
References
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- ↑ James BRADY Saskatoon RCMP Historical Case Unit
- ↑ a b James Patrick Brady (jr.) - Metis Association of Alberta and Saskatchewan
- ↑ a b c d Bassnett, Sarah; Parsons, Sarah (2023). Photography in Canada, 1839 - 1989: An Illustrated History. Art Canada Institute. Template:ISBN.
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- ↑ The Virtual Museum Of Métis History And Culture
- ↑ Murray Dobbin, One-And-A-Half Men (twin biography of Malcolm Norris and James Brady)
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Further reading
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- Photography in Canada, 1839 - 1989: An Illustrated History by Sarah Bassnett and Sarah Parsons from the Art Canada Institute.
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