First Nations

Compares differences between non-Tsimshian documentary records and Tsimshian traditional oral accounts of the incident and the implications for present-day international relations.

Brief article describes the Saskatchewan Archives acquisition of a ledger of telegraphs from the Canadian Pacific Railway (CPR) telegraph station at Clark’s Crossing, near Saskatoon, dated April 18 - June 26, 1885. Many telegraphs discuss the battles of the 1885 North-West Resistance, the capture of Louis Riel, and contain historically relevant names: Edgar Dewdney, Major General Middlton, Pasqua (Chief Paskwa), Pitikwahanapiwiyin (Chief Poundmaker), Mistahimaskwa (Chief Big Bear), Prime Minister Sir John A. Macdonald. Entire Issue on one .pdf, scroll to page 6.

The authors examine the campaign, local media coverage, and the exit poll of the 1994 Navajo presidential campaign and election offer analysis of the even and its significance.

Reports on a project involving all children attending school in Hartley Bay, BC.

The seven categories are: culture and languages, community driven and Nation-based, community engagement,,communication, collaboration, connection and commitment. For each category a value statement, a standards outline statement, and outcomes are given.

Examines patterns of differences, with respect to body burden of organochlorines(PCBs), between residents of the Ontario First Nations of Fort Albany, Kashechewan and Hamilton to assess whether the presence of Site 050 at Fort Albany influenced higher organochlorine body burden.

Links to short video which discusses the ACHH's research on helping healthcare professionals to understand pain and hurt from a Mi'kmaw perspective. Research done in collaboration with Artist Alan Syliboy, illustrates how participants think about and express pain. ACHH Initiative Duration 5:03

Looks at a project that developed a set of criteria and indicators (C&I) that were specific to a land base subject to a cooperative management planning agreement between the Province of Alberta and the Little Red River Cree Nation in northern Alberta.

Looks at strategies to incorporate First Nations, Metis and Inuit community traditional principles with contemporary government programs and policies.

First Nation strategy dealing with sexual abuse.

Goal is to help staff working in hospital settings to provide culturally responsive services grounded in values, practices, concepts and views of health common to Indigenous peoples the region.

Uses average income and transfer income as measurement. Does not include the informal economy of traditional hunting and fishing.

Canadian map.

Forestry Thesis (M.Sc.)--University of British Columbia, 2008.

Index based on six broad areas: elections, administration, human rights, transparency, services and economy. Meant to be a benchmark for First Nations to measure their progress in achieving responsible self-government.

Reports findings of the Learning Garden program conducted with the Ginoogaming First Nation and the Aroland First Nation.

Website links to presentations from Sharing of Wisdom Keepers: Translating the Aboriginal Health Transition Fund (AHTF) Experience conference held in Saskatoon on June 9th and 10th, 2010.

Looks at the the growth and diversification of the Canadian forest-based economy and the importance of science education for Aboriginal students to better prepare for emerging occupations in the bioeconomy and the provision of ecological goods and services industries.

Explores reasons why there is a low First Nations voter turnout in federal elections and why this trend has to stop.

Relates how the citizens of Williams Lake, British Columbia responded to a public inquiry into the treatment of Aboriginal peoples in the justice system.

Explores the historical background of the Aboriginal labour force prior to Saskatchewan forming a province in 1905.

Book review of: Aboriginal People and Politics by Paul Tennant.

Information on the history and culture of the four Aboriginal groups who inhabit Newfoundland: the Inuit, Innu, Micmac and the Metis.

Case studies provide an overview of how aboriginal communities have come to terms with mining and mineral exploration in their territories. They are: Innu Nation and Inco's Voisey's Bay Nickel Mine/Mill; Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation and BHP Diamonds Inc.; Tahltan First Nation, the mining industry, and environmental assessment; Little Salmon Carmacks First Nation and B.Y.G. Mt. Nansen Gold Mine; Makivik Corporation and Falconbridge's Raglan Mine; and Nishnawbi-Aski Nation and Ontario's living legacy.

Sixth edition. Previous edition entitled Native Peoples: Resources Pertaining to First Nations, Inuit and Métis.

Book review of: Aboriginal Populations: Social, Demographic and Epidemiological Perspectives edited by Frank Trovato and Anatole Romaniuk

Examines the Association for Canadian Studies' report on the substandard socio-economic conditions of First Nations people in Saskatchewan.

Public Policy Thesis (M.P.P.)--Simon Fraser University, 2013.

During the Aboriginal Spiritual Journey to France, First Nations veteran, Howard Anderson discusses how unfulfilled veterans’ benefits continue to be a source of contention between First Nations veterans and the federal government.

Entire issue on one pdf. To access article scroll to p.8.

Looks at history, socio-political context, rights, markets, authenticity, partnerships, and success of Aboriginal tourism industry in British Columbia. Chapter 12 in book: Introduction to Tourism and Hospitality in BC edited by Morgan Westcott.

Produced as a result of dissatisfaction with the Department of Indian and Northern Affairs' engagement process for the development of proposed legislative framework for drinking water in First Nation communities. Looks at three types of water-related rights: water, self-government, and adequate levels of environment protection.

Promotes the inclusion of female candidates in FSIN political campaigns.

Looks at the lack of acknowledgment of Riel being a Métis by English-speaking nor French-speaking writers. Entire issue on one pdf. To access article, scroll to p. 45.

Looks at the federal government's role in education stemming from the Constitution Act of 1982, the Indian Act and Treaties 1 -11.

Project's goal was to identify barriers, opportunities, and economic and social development derived from adoption of prefabricated houses. Includes research highlight and full report.

First presenter discusses the current state of water in First Nations communities and challenges in the areas of source water, treatment, and water supply systems. Second speaker discusses the groundwater contamination in British Columbia's Hullcar Valley and what the crisis means for the Splatsin people. Related Material: Webinar Summary.

Discusses the possible impact of new Federal legislation affecting financial accountability practises.

Describes the process involved in developing a policy to manage the use of alcohol in recreational facilities, including policy regulations, community survey results, and indicators of success.

Amendments include changes regarding Indian band boards and how land may be taken to act upon the Soldier Settlement Act, of 1919.

Amendments include how the Governor in Council may direct and authorize the expenditure of capital for any purpose for the general welfare of the band.

File contains 1 negative of acting Mayor of Prince Albert Marion Sherman signing a proclamation declaring Indian Metis Days in the City on June 16, 1970.

Study aimed at developing a theoretical framework for implementation of a program of intervention activities.

Mohawks of Kanehsatake and their supporters from Kahnawake, stand-off against the Quebec police and the Canadian military in defense of a sacred burial ground.This film deals with mature subject matter. Viewer discretion is advised. Duration: 104:34.

Discusses the dispute as to whether Lubicons are included in Treaty Eight or live on unceded land and are therefore entitled to an external adhesion. A commentary on this article appears in the Canadian Journal of Law and Society, Vol. 7, 1992, pp. 207-212.

Paper explores, analyzes and compares a representative sample of the mechanisms in place to provide ratepayer input into taxation systems where those ratepayers do not form part of the electorate for the governing councils.