Harold Cardinal

Dr. Harold Cardinal (January 27, 1945 – June 3, 2005) was a Cree writer, political leader, teacher, negotiator and lawyer.

Legal career

After a career in First Nations politics and extensive study with First Nation elders, Cardinal undertook the formal study of law in his 40s. While studying law at the University of Saskatchewan he also served as an assistant professor at that University. He completed his LLM at Harvard University. A Doctorate in Law from the University of British Columbia was awarded to Cardinal days before his death in June, 2005.

Related Topics:
University of Saskatchewan - Harvard University - University of British Columbia

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On November 4, 2004, two months before his 60th birthday, Cardinal was admitted to the Bar of Alberta.

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