Discusses the current status of Indigenous knowledge in South Africa. Paper presented at the Indigenous Knowledge Conference 2001 held at the University of Saskatchewan.
Canadian Journal of Native Studies, vol. 21, no. 1, 2001, pp. 57-96
Description
Examines how government policies changed as result of the migration from reserves to urban centres and have lead to an "on reserve, off reserve" mentality.
Overview of issues involved in conducting research into Indigenous knowledge.
Paper presented at the Indigenous Knowledge Conference 2001 held at the University of Saskatchewan.
The Northern Review, no. 6, Winter, 1990, pp. 38-58
Description
Looks at the transfer of power from Australian federal government to the the Northern Territory and from the Canadian federal government to the territorial governments.
CMAJ: Canadian Medical Association Journal, vol. 164, no. 8, April 17, 2001, pp. 1126-1127
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Comments on the fact that prior to World War II there is nothing written to suggest a high incidence of diabetes in the Aboriginal population and suggests that it may be modern food that is responsible. Brief letter in response to article by Kue Young et al. in vol. 163, no.5 suggesting modern food may be responsible for the high incidence of diabetes.
American Review of Canadian Studies, vol. 31, no. 1-2, [Aboriginal Peoples: Special Issue], Spring/Summer, 2001, pp. 171-190
Description
Examines the formation of particular symbolic associations documented and publicized by missionaries which led to misperceptions and misrepresentations.
Indigenous Affairs, no. 4, Sustainable Development, 2001, pp. 12-25
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Presents assessment of the main achievements and obstacles over the last ten years within the sustainable development framework.
To access this article scroll down to page 12.
Studies in American Indian Literatures, vol. 13, no. 2 & 3, Series 2, Summer/Fall, 2001, pp. 83-85
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Book review of: A Dictionary of Creek/Muskogee by Jack B. Martin and Margaret McKane Mauldin.
Entire issue on one pdf. To access article, scroll down to appropriate page.
Journal of the Dietetic Association, vol. 101, no. 7, July 2001, pp. 802-806
Description
Study conducted with a sample of 50 high school volunteers investigated adolescent dietary behaviours, nutrition adequacy and disease-prevention planning in a group susceptible to type 2 diabetes.
Native Studies Review, vol. 14, no. 1, 2001, pp. 55-81
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Research conducted on distribution of housing market opportunities show race matters in CMA housing market after excluding age, marital status, family type, education, occupation and income levels.
Final project report.
Examines the role of the Alsek Renewable Resource Council in Yukon’s first forest management plan, and the challenges associated with the devolution of forest management planning responsibilities.
Canadian Journal of Native Studies, vol. 21, no. 2, 2001, pp. 235-274
Description
Reports on language use after Grade 10 and prior to university and warns of possible future problems resulting from conflicts between the Danish and Greenlandic languages. Some comparisons are drawn with Nunavut.
Discusses treaty's spirit and intent as described in oral traditions of the Cree and Sauteaux who entered into it, and the resulting definitions of rights, obligations, sharing and other features of the agreement.
Canadian Review of Sociology and Anthropology, vol. 38, no. 4, November 2001, pp. 465-477
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Study found Inuit had highest level of inequality, while Métis had the lowest. Authors speculate that geographic isolation and lack of integration may lead to these disparities.
Human Biology, vol. 73, no. 1, February 2001, pp. 17-55
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Analysis of 185 individuals from various tribes suggests large population movements and the mixing of lineages. Results appear to be consistent with linguistic movement.
Article explores governments' failure to implement, in legislatures and court systems, the Commission's recommendations regarding Aboriginal and treaty rights to land and resources.
American Indian Quarterly, vol. 25, no. 1, 2001, pp. 21-27
Description
Examines the effects of the tourism and mining industries on the northern Arizona ecosystem and suggests management strategies aimed at minimizing the impact on traditional way of life.