British Columbia

Discussion of two strains of oral history and how the combination relates to tribal territory and political association among tribes.

Discusses evidence presented by the plaintiffs and the crown concerning culture in the case Delgamuukw v. B.C.

Brief explanation of process and discussion of feedback gathered through interviews with key informants from nine communities.

Used data collected from a survey of 41 individuals and 37 participants in focus groups. Covers topics such access to law school, educational experience, practice of law and the judiciary. Highlights the University of Saskatchewan Native Law Centre's Program of Legal Studies for Native People

Dispute Resolution Thesis (M.A.)--University of Victoria, 2011.

Three case studies: Community of Membertou in Nova Scotia, Chippewas of Rama First Nation in Ontario, and the Osoyoos Indian Band in British Columbia. Each one reviews a specific project; identifies barriers encountered during development; and where possible, assesses specific transaction costs incurred in overcoming barriers.

Discusses a research project where strategies from literacy education were used to improve sexual health behaviours.

Looks at a sociolinguistic view of Aboriginal English; approaches to minority dialects in institutional settings; dialectal damage; a modified immersion model to address Aboriginal English needs; and Aboriginal English in British Columbia schools.

Provides policies, decisions, and tools to develop strategies to advance the process of reconciliation between First Nations and the Crown.

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.

Examines the role of potlatch in the socio-economic system along the Northwest Coast.

Adult Education, Counseling Psychology and Community Development Thesis (Ph. D.)--University of Toronto, 2000.

Examines the potential impact of the landmark decision by the Supreme Court confirming Aboriginal title in British Columbia.

Book review of: After Native Claims?: The Implications of Comprehensive Claims Settlements for Natural Resources in British Columbia by Frank Cassidy and Norman Dale.

Argues that Aboriginal people played a significant role in the economic development of British Columbia.

Conflict and Analysis and Management Thesis (M.A.)--Royal Roads University, 2006.

Summary of progress for the years 2001-2006. Ninety-one schools were surveyed regarding the number of seats available/filled, location of access programs, special admission categories, nature of support programs, and number of Aboriginal faculty.

History Thesis (M.A.)--University of Victoria, 2009.

Canadian Art History Thesis (M.A.)--Carleton University, 1998.

Comments on a sustainable finfish agriculture business which provides employment and contract jobs for the community.

Guide to documents held in the United Church Archive in British Columbia. Arranged alphabetically by the name of the collection or fonds, with the ability to click on title and access more detailed description from MemoryBC.

Dispute over testimony given in a case involving the traditional territory of the Ehattesaht.

Ethnomusicology Thesis (M.A.)--The University of British Columbia, 1991.

Comments on the key component of concept of Ahp-cii-uk which is to create increased self-reliance of First Nations communities through partnerships with government, corporations, and other organizations.

Outlines the memorable and lengthy case, and reflects on the complexities of residential school abuse litigations.

Resource Management and Environmental Studies Thesis (M.A.)--University of British Columbia (Vancouver), 2014.

Book review of: All That We Say Is ours by Ian Gill.

Examines ceremonies of the Kwakiutl people of British Columbia.

Anthropology and Sociology Thesis (M.A.)--The University of British Columbia, 2000.

Letter from Rev. J. Calvert, dated 3 February 1885 from Ladner's Landing, relating to Ladner's Landing church construction once spring arrives, and the success of missionary meetings in the Parry Island area.

Letter from Rev. A.E. Green, 1 November 1887, relating to the exodus of Aboriginals from Metlakhatla [Metlakatla], BC, to Alaska, because of the Canadian Government's refusal to provide larger reserves and a treaty for payment for land surrendered. Letter in The Missionary Outlook newsletter.

Anthropology and Sociology Thesis (M.A.)--University of British Columbia, 1999.

Examines how the Wet'suwet'en used archaeological evidence to support their court case regarding Aboriginal and territorial rights.

Indigenous Governance Project (M.A.) -- University of Victoria, 2006.

Originally published 2008, this revised edition published December, 2009.

Database with over 2300 original photographs complemented by essays and maps, 1500 pages from the Annual Reports of the Commissioner of Indian Affairs (USA), and six Treaties.

Suggests opening of new winery Nk'Mip Cellars a joint-venture between the Osoyoos First Nation and Vincor is part of a trend toward private initiatives.

Thomas Crosby writes about his life as a missionary on the Pacific Coast in the late 19th century.

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Outlines characteristics of current programs for training adulteducation instructors and makes recommendations to increase the number Aboriginal faculty in mainstream colleges and vocational institutes.

General overview of the importance of literacy and discussion of statistics on level of literacy in the Aboriginal community, investment necessary to improve skills and returns accrued through education. pt. 1 pt. 3 pt. 4 Total duration: 54:26.

Genetic testing results suggest that Amerindian and Na-Dene populations have separate origins and are compatible with previous studies indicating the two populations are derived from different migrations from Asia.

Mathematics and Statistics Thesis (M.Sc.)--Simon Fraser University, 1999.

Looks at the relationship between contemporary indigenous cultural practices and sacred sites.

Book review of: Ancient Pathways, Ancestral Knowledge by Nancy J. Turner. Entire book review section on one pdf. To read this review scroll to p. 111.

Website contains links to map, photographs of villages, ways of life, activities (includes video clips with transcripts), and teacher resources.

Looks at tourism in British Columbia from a Kitasoo/Xaixais First Nation point of view.

History Thesis (M.A.)--Simon Fraser University, 1994

Ruling finds government fully liable for abuse, rather than the United Church, which managed the school.