Alberta

Overview of recreation and policy development for Aboriginal sport focusing on Alberta and the Northwest Territories since the 1960s.

Looks at two hypotheses based on historical and archaeological records; first that the Prairies were vast empty places before the arrival of the Europeans, and second that the Native peoples of the Plains were direct descendants of those who crossed the Siberian passage.

Health Policy Research Thesis (M.Sc.)--University of Alberta, 2017.

Three presentations: "Métis Archaeology, Land, and Rights in Alberta", "Families on the Move: Scrip and Stories of Migration", and "Métis Scrip and the Edmonton River Lot Inhabitants". Followed by question and answer period. Duration: 1:39:37.

Two presentations: "An Alternative to Scrip: Saint-Paul-des-Métis" and "The Moccasin Flats Evictions: Métis Home, Forced Relocation, and Resilience in Fort McMurray, Alberta" followed by question and answer period. Duration: 1:16:26.

History Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of Calgary, 1997.

Medical Sciences, Public Health Sciences Thesis (M.Sc.)--University of Alberta, 2002.

A compilation of materials in the areas of social sciences, epidemiology, and clinical and basic sciences for people living with HIV and those at risk.

Qualitative research study designed to explore what factors may relate to high HIV infection rates.

Attempts to identify the 277 signatories to 1878 petition sent to the North West Territorial government which discussed issues such as reserve land, farming assistance, and games laws concerning buffalo hunting.

Book review of: Hold High Your Heads: History of the Métis Nation in Western Canada by A. H. de Trémaudan, translated by Elizabeth Maguet.

Examines the findings from a study on the homelessness of young Aboriginal women in the city of Edmonton.

Examines colonization of Canada, historical trauma, the criminal justice system and community healing programs. Duration: 37:21. Related material: Discussion Guide.

Anthropology Thesis (M.A.)--University of Alberta, 2003.

Film depicts the ongoing struggle of two brothers to settle negotiations and crown obligations from an 1899 treaty. Duration: 47:39.

Uses the Alberta oil sands and Treaty Eight as an example of how adhering to the treaty terms could result in environmental and social benefits for all Canadians and make the country a leader in sustainability and climate governance.

Public Health Sciences Thesis (M.Sc.)--University of Alberta, 2007.

Geography and Planning Thesis (M.Sc.)--University of Saskatchewan, 2016.

Anthropology Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of Alberta, 1984.

History Thesis (M.A.)--University of Saskatchewan, 2005.

Book review of Hunger, Horses, and Government Men by Shelley A. M. Gavigan. .

Discusses the negative impact several major dams have had on aboriginal communities in western Canada.

History Thesis (M.A.)--University of Calgary, 2006.

Women identified the following themes: accepting everything about your body; who you are and how you show it; connection to culture; being healthy; and being thankful to be Indigenous.

A discussion of how colonialism created the conditions that were used to justify the removal of Indigenous children from their families, both historically and in modern times. The author use her own personal story as means to discuss its effects.

Comments on hobbyist gatherings in Germany where locals dress up as Native Americans.

Residue identification criteria used with 200 vessel samples taken from 18 Western Canadian sites to identify the food which had been cooked in the vessels.

Explores question of what it means to be an Indigenous person in the 21st century by talking to people from Dene, Cree, Blackfoot and Métis communities in Alberta. Duration: 26:05.

First Nations Education Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of Alberta, 2003.

Social Science Thesis (Ph.D.)--Syracuse University, 2001.

Video explores the issue of involvement in street gangs from the perspective of former members. Duration: 22:00.

Caption: "Ethnologist measuring and photography Indian". Image depicts one non-aboriginal measuring an indigenous person beside a teepee. Two indigenous people look on in the background.

"Mrs. Wolf Child and daughter". Subjects seated in front of building.

Sociology Thesis (M.A.)--University of Calgary, 2008.

Discusses how individuals, with diabetes, reported activity limitations at work, home and in leisure activities.This same group were also at greater risk for suffering heart disease.

Study conducted with 116 students in Grades 1-6 from Alexander First Nation. Found that despite intervention, children did not increase consumption of fruits and vegetables over the long term. Results suggest that improving diet quality must involve home and community food environments.

Assesses impact of a land use study. Interview method used to gather site specific data from Elders and current land users to gain an understanding of the community's relationship to the land.

Review essay on: The True Spirit and Original Intent of Treaty 7 by Treaty 7 Elders and Tribal Council with Walter Hildebrandt, Sarah Carter, and Dorothy First Rider. Bounty and Benevolence: A History of Saskatchewan Treaties by Arthur J. Ray, Jim Miller, and Frank Tough. Mi'kmaq Treaties on Trial: History, Land, and Donald Marshall Junior by William C. Wicken.

Study looks at First Nations individuals with diabetes living on-reserve in Alberta, between 2001 and 2007, and notes improvements in their health status.

Article reviews the history of Indigenous health research conducted in Canadian Residential Schools; advocates decolonizing health research and implementing a collaborative approach which prioritizes the goals, knowledge and strengths of Indigenous partners. Cites a 2016 Inuit community-based HIV prevention and sexual health promotion program as an example of a successful partnership.

Looks at healthcare, including cancer screening, western medicine, traditional medicine, and palliative care in a remote community. Duration: 11:24.

Describes the people and events surrounding the Frog Lake Massacre (1885); includes extensive information regarding the genealogy of several Métis families and their connections through the North West Company and the Hudson’s Bay Company. Entire issue on one pdf file, scroll to page 63.

Discussion of program developed by Native Counselling Services of Alberta aimed at Aboriginal men trapped in a cycle of violence.

Indigenous Peoples Education Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of Alberta, 2013