Thompson

Statistical table.

Statistical table.

City Planning Thesis (MCP)--University of Manitoba, 2008.

Of those surveyed (69), 85% were Indigenous and 57% were Indigenous females; average age for youth experiencing homelessness for the first time was 18, and most common ages were 18 and 21, which coincides with "aging out of care".

Study of 20 participants assesses the effectiveness of a telemedicine programme in managing the remote diagnosis, treatment, and recovery of concussion patients. At the study’s conclusion 90% of participants met criteria for clinical recovery and close to $41 000 of treatment cost had been avoided.

Studies six community schools between January and June, 2008. Chapter five from Learning, Technology, and Traditions, which is vol. 6 in the Aboriginal Policy Research series. Originally presented at the third annual Aboriginal Policy Research Conference, 2009.

Looks at perceived housing discrimination and the reactions and effects.

Chapter six from Setting the Agenda for Change, vol. 1, which is also vol. 1 in the Aboriginal Policy Research series.

Originally presented at the Aboriginal Policy Research Conference, 2002.

Looks at perceived housing discrimination and the reactions and effects.

Chapter six from Setting the Agenda for Change, vol. 1, which is also vol. 1 in the Aboriginal Policy Research series.

Originally presented at the Aboriginal Policy Research Conference, 2002.

Results of survey which asked questions about renting, homeownership and discrimination, perceived discrimination in the last five years, and how it may have impacted social cohesion. Sample size of 300 in Winnipeg and 100 in Thompson.

Overview of project to determine if additional services to high school students could assist grades 10 to 12 stay in school and meet graduation requirements. Involved 277 Aboriginal students at six sites across Manitoba. Map of Community Involvement.

Statistical table.

Uses 2014 survey data collected from non- Indigenous residents of seven cities. Respondents were asked about a stronger Indigenous presence in governance and public places.

RCAP 144 contains files for a sitting of the Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples at the Army and Navy Airforce Building, on Monday, May 31, 1993. The file contains a variety of presentations by First Nations and Metis organizations.

The file contains an opening prayer and opening remarks for the sitting of the Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples at the Army and Navy Airforce Building, on Monday, May 31, 1993. Following an opening prayer, Commissioner Bertha Wilson welcomes the participants and explains the scope, mandate, and goals of the Royal Commission.

RCAP 145 contains files for a sitting of the Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples at the Army and Navy Airforce Building, on Tuesday, June 1, 1993. The file contains a variety of presentations by First Nations, Aboriginal organizations, government agencies, and community groups.

The file contains an opening prayer and opening remarks for sitting of the Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples at the Army and Navy Airforce Building, on Tuesday, June 1, 1993. Following an opening prayer Commissioner Wilson and Chartrand welcome the participants and express their hopes for the days' session.

The file contains a presentation by Adrian De Groot, past Commissioner of the Northern Manitoba Economic Development Corporation. De Groot discusses the organization's activities with communities in Northern Manitoba; economic enterprises such as wild rice farming, mining, and trapping; sustainable development practices; the organization's mandate and goals. Following the presentation Commissioners Wilson and Chartrand discuss some of the issues raised with De Groot.

The file contains a presentation by Al Adams, Deputy Mayor, City of Thompson. Deputy Mayor Adams welcomes the Commission to Thompson, then discusses its' demographic and economic composition, funding concerns, co-operation with Aboriginal communities, taxation issues, and resource development. Following the presentation Commissioners Wilson and Chartrand discuss some of the issues raised with Adams.

The file contains a presentation by Andrew Kirkness, Indian Council, First Nations of Manitoba, and President Glen McIvor of the Wabowden Treaty Council. Kirkness discusses off-reserve Treaty people's issues including relations with the Department of Indian Affairs, Bill C-31 issues, the Northern Flood Agreement, education funding, economic development, provincial funding, housing, cultural programs, hunting, justice issues, views on the Royal Commission, views on the Aboriginal Justice Inquiry, and land issues.

The file contains a presentation by Dennis Riehl, Manitoba Hydro. Riehl makes a presentation on behalf of Manitoba Hydro discussing its composition and operations, its' relations with Aboriginal communities, project impacts, environmental issues, employment issues, and a series of plans being pursued to deal with past issues. Following the presentation Commissioners Chartrand and Wilson discuss some of the issues raised with Riehl and his colleague, Fred Wonnick.

The file contains a presentation by Donald Saunders, York First Nation. Saunders discusses "the relocation of the York Factory Band, the Treaty Land Entitlements, the Northern Flood Agreement, land claims and land exchanges." Following the presentation Commissioner Chartrand discusses some of the issues raised with Saunders.

The file contains a presentation by Evelyn Ballantyne. Ballantyne discusses Bill C-31 and its effects on the lives of Aboriginal women in Manitoba with reference to housing, discrimination, lack of consultation of women on major political decisions, and the Charlottetown Accord referendum. Edith Young discusses women's and general Aboriginal issues including loss of culture and language, violence and residential schooling, family violence, the need for financial aid, the need for healing lodges, alcoholism, and political corruption at the band level.

The file contains a presentation by Hari Dimitrakopoulon, Northern Women's Development Network. Dimitrakopoulon discusses a report submitted to the Commission on women's economic development. Dimitrakopoulon highlights some of the content of the report which deals specifically with the socio-economic position of Aboriginal women in Northern Manitoba, and some of the reasons behind that position going back to pre-European contact days. Following the presentation Commissioners Chartrand and Wilson discuss some of the reports findings with Dimitrakopoulin.

The file contains a presentation by Ila Bussidor, Sayisi Dene First Nation.

The file contains a presentation by Joe Michel, Keewatin Tribal Council. Michel discusses the mandate and "seriousness" of the Commission with Commissioner Wilson. Michel then discusses self-governance issues with Commissioner Wilson, and the dysfunctionality of past studies in helping Aboriginal people. Michel also discusses issues of government policy with Commissioner Chartrand.

The file contains a presentation by Kathy Jensen, School of Social Work Program. Jensen discusses educational opportunities in Northern Manitoba from "the perspective of the Faculty of Social Work" at the University of Manitoba, Thompson campus. Following the presentation Commissioner Chartrand discusses some of the issues raised with Jensen.

The file contains a presentation by Larry Soldier, Ma-Mow-We-Tak Friendship Centre. Soldier discusses the background of the Friendship Centre, its' operations, and some of its' organizational history. Amongst the issues Soldier raises are race relations; elder's issues; recreation and youth issues; cultural programming; self-governance; housing; addictions; education; and service delivery. Following the presentation Commissioners Wilson and Chartrand discuss some of the issues raised with Soldier.

The file contains a presentation by Loretta Clark, General Manager of the Communities Economic Development Fund. Clark discusses "the economic conditions and opportunities or lack of the same for Aboriginal peoples." Clark also gives some of the historical background of the CEDF, and describes its' operations. Following the presentation Commissioners Chartrand and Wilson discuss some of the issues raised with Clark.

The file contains a presentation by Marguerite Sanderson. Sanderson, presenting on behalf of the Northern Women's Resource Services, discusses that organization's mandate and work in northern Manitoba "improving the situation of the Northern women and their families, in the social, economic, and political spheres." Following the presentation Commissioners Wilson and Chartrand discuss some of the issues raised with Sanderson.

The file contains a presentation by Mike Garson, Split Lake Cree First Nation. Garson discusses self-governance and self-determination; land and resources; colonization and government paternalism; water; Treaty rights; and hydro development. Following the presentation Commissioners Wilson and Chartrand discuss some of the issues raised with Garson.

The file contains a presentation by Peter Sinclair, Mathias Colomb Cree Nation. Sinclair discusses "our day to day nightmare with the ongoing obstruction and interference by Government Bureaucracies." Sinclair relates some of the Cree Nation's history with regard to resource exploitation, residential schools, land use, racism, the negative impact of hydro-electric development, and related concerns. Following the presentation Commissioner Wilson discusses some of the issues raised with Sinclair after which the Commission's sitting is concluded for the day.

The file contains a presentation by Rod Murphy, MP. Murphy, New Democratic Party Member of Parliament for the Federal riding of Churchill, discusses the aftermath of the Charlottetown Accord referendum, his views on Aboriginal issues in Canada, positive achievements in the recent past, educational programs, employment programs, the situation in his own riding, housing issues, transportation issues, water and infrastructure issues, health issues, child care issues, seniors issues, addictions issues, land claims issues, justice issues, the Indian Act, and resource issues.

File contains a presentation by Mr. Ron Nadeau of Native Communications Inc. Nadeau discusses the history of his organization and the importance of Aboriginal broadcasting, government funding, broadcasting in the Cree language, and their relationship with the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation. Following the presentation is a discussion between Nadeau and Commissioner Blakeney and Paul Chartrand on broadcasting in northern Manitoba and Saskatchewan.

The file contains a presentation by Ron Nadeau, Native Communications Incorporated. Nadeau discusses the operation of Aboriginal broadcasters like NCI in Canada, touching on mandate, cultural, government policy, and funding issues. Following the presentation Commissioners Wilson and Chartrand discuss some of the issues raised with Nadeau.

File contains a presentation by Sandra DeLaronde and Doug Lovestead focusing on post-secondary education, giving the history of Keewatin Community College and statistics on Aboriginal student graduation rates. Proposals include the establishment of an Aboriginal council that participates in the decision making process of Keewatin Community College, and the establishment of an Aboriginal learning centre at The Pas and Thompson campuses. Following the presentation is a discussion with the Commissioners.

The file contains a presentation by Sydney McKay of the Manitoba Metis Federation (Thompson Region), and Freda Lundmark, Metis Women of Manitoba. Lundmark discusses Metis youth, employment, cultural, recreational, education, Elders, housing, child care, child support, gender and employment, curricula, Aboriginal languages (including Michif, Cree, and Saulteaux), jurisdiction, justice, health, and general concerns of Metis women and youth in Northern Manitoba.

Short documentary about services offered to battered women in the communities of Portage La Prairie and Thompson, Manitoba and the West Bay Reserve, Ontario. Duration: 27:40.

Looks at a proposed study to complete a formative evaluation of a homeless shelter in Thompson Manitoba by gathering information regarding the actual experiences of people involved in and around the shelter.

Reports results of survey conducted with 1114 individuals in 15 cities.

Study focused on how participation in gambling effected traditional beliefs. Involved survey of 1114 individuals in 15 cities.

Researchers consulted with service providers, youth, municipal government workers, community members, and researchers and students from local universities. Identifies structural issues, systems failures, and individual, family and relational factors.