 He detailed the history of the Temporary North-West Council, why the District of Keewatin was created, and outlined the powers of the Council of Keewatin.The council sat in Fort Garry, Manitoba even though this was outside of the boundaries of the District of Keewatin.Morris determined during the creation of the territory that the affairs of the District of Keewatin should be administered from Fort Garry until November 7, 1876.