Nova Scotia

Discusses the ecological degradation of the central Bras d'Or Lakes watershed region and the active stance the Mi'kmaq people have taken to implement an integrated management approach to the issue.

Integrated Studies in Education Thesis (M.A.)--McGill University, 2011.

Environmental Studies Thesis (M.E.S.)--Dalhousie University, 2000.

Looks at how the Powley decision has placed Métis issues on the policy map.

Members of the Eskasoni Mi'Kmaw Nation talk about their community's experience with harm reduction and addictions treatment and recovery. Duration: 36:38.

Integrated Studies in Education Thesis (Ph.D.)--McGill University, 2011.

Statistics. Source: 2011 Household Survey.

Looks at how the sneaker has become an object of cultural production, reflecting identity construction of youth subcultures.

Outlines how death of Jordan River Anderson brought attention to denial or delay of services to First Nations children due to juristictional disputes and inspired passage of the child first and needs-based principle, and discusses federal and provincial governments' continuing failure to implement it properly.

Project involved collaboration with five First Nation communities: Sipekne’katik First Nation, Opitciwan First Nation, Eabametoong First Nation, Misipawistik Cree Nation, and T'it'q'et. Communities emphasized that they did not want to merely focus on poverty, but take a holistic approach which would build capacity and strengthen the entire community. Concludes with six recommendations for policy and program change.

Ruling concluded that there is no existing right to trade in the Treaties of 1760-61 to exempt Donald Marshall from the Federal fisheries regulations.

Argues that recognition of title or ownership, as shown by these court cases, is a function of the executive and legislative branches of government.

Report features stories of initiatives that First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples have undertaken in communities across Canada.

Sociology Thesis (M.A.)--Acadia University, 2007.

Looks at three maritime writers who attempted to tell tales from an Aboriginal perspective.

Makes recommendations based on survey of 124 Aboriginal and 184 Black/African students attending Dalhousie University

Report of the Micmac Missionary Society, including the organizations constitution that states its main objective as the evangelization and civilization of First Nations people.

Report is based on feedback from five meetings held to discuss adult learning needs in Atlantic Canada, with a primary focus on literacy, post-secondary education and employment.

Summarizes proceedings of an event held May 12, 2009. Participants were administrators from colleges and universities with the capacity to influence retention and recruitment.

Education Thesis (Ph.D.)--Dalhousie University, 1997.

Comments on the goals and two key findings from the study.

Examines strategies employed by the First Nations in Nova Scotia to resist assimilation by Euro centric institutions.

Overview of Aboriginal title and conflicts arising over Aboriginal land and resource use.

Examines the active and effective involvement of the Mi'kmaq Nation in the resource management processes in Nova Scotia and the beneficial use of traditional knowledge in conservation and resource use planning.

Looks at non-physical forms of genocide such as legal, cultural and ethnical by the destruction of language, culture and enforced poverty. History Honours Paper (B.A.)--Acadia University, 2016.

Recommendations produced as a result of interviews with 59 students. Survey dealt with awareness, use and assessment of services, barriers to success, and motivations for pursuing further education.

Atlantic Canada Studies Thesis (M.A.)--Saint Mary's University, 2000.

Discusses findings and implications arising from Supreme Court of Canada decision regarding fishing for and selling eels by Donald Marshall, who Treaty argued it was a Treaty right.

Archaeology Thesis (M.A.)--Memorial University of Newfoundland, 2008.

Examines the road network by looking at the movement of people and goods documented in the 1848 census.

Reviews program at the Maritime School of Social Work at Dalhousie University.

File contains a presentation by Charles Joseph Bernard, Jr. of the Whycocomagh First Nation. Bernard was a sitting member of the Nova Scotia Working Committee on the Constitution. He discusses the relationship of his people with the Government of Canada including the Sylliboy case, residential schools, Treaties, the Donald Marshall case, his thoughts on the Royal Commission, some of the problems facing Aboriginal youth today, the justice system, racism, self-governance, culture, government funding, and other issues pertaining to Aboriginal people in Canada.

RCAP 7 contains files from the sitting of the Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples at Eskasoni, Cape Breton Island on May 6, 1992. This sitting of the Commission contains a variety of presentations related to various First Nations organizations. Each presentation can be viewed individually on this site.

RCAP 8 contains files from the sitting of the Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples at Eskasoni, Prince Edward Island on May 7, 1992. This sitting of the Commission contains a variety of presentations related to various First Nations organizations. Each presentation can be viewed individually on this site.

File contains a presentation by Albert Julian. Julian discusses the possible ramifications of abolishing the Indian Act. He also discusses the Constitution, education, economic development, and self-government. Following the presentation is a discussion between Mr. Julian and Commissioners Erasmus, Chartrand, and Robinson on some of the topics covered in the presentation.

File contains a presentation by Albert Levi expressing gratitude to the Commissioners for the Royal Commission of Aboriginal People, saying "our call has been answered." He gives a brief history of the Mi'kmaq First Nation and the treaties signed, and calls for Aboriginal self-government in Canada. Following the presentation is a discussion between Commissioners Chartrand and Blakeney and the two presenters on some of the issues raised in the presentation.

File contains a brief presentation by Charlie Francis. Francis discusses his view of band governance, arguing the Chiefs have too much authority, Economic development, the need for a constitution or charter for band governance, and the Premier of Quebec who he refers to as "the next Hitler in our country."

File contains a opening remarks by the Chief of the Eskasoni First Nation welcoming the Commission to his territory. It also contains opening remarks by Commissioner Georges Erasmus discussing the beginning of the "hearing phase" of the Commission's work, and the areas to be covered in its mandate including: self-government, treaties, a land base for people, economic development, women's issues, elder's issues, youth issues, the constitution, and "just about anything you might think of that affects aboriginal people. Our mandate covers all aboriginal people in all parts of the country."

File contains a presentation by Dr. Marie Battiste, Micmac Cultural Curriculum Coordinator for the Eskasoni School Board. Battiste dicusses Micmac culture, the transmission of knowledge from generation to generation, and the history of educational policy in Canada as it pertains to her people. Following the presentation is a discussion between Commissioners Georges Erasmus, Paul Chartrand, and Viola Robinson.

This file contains a presentation by Lex Ross and Billy McReady that states: "Aboriginals without basic literacy and academic skills will never secure and retain gainful employment." A new curriculum should be implemented that would enhance the self-image of young Aboriginals as to their culture and history. Amulet Consulting's teaching technology "doesn't replace existing teaching systems, it enhances them" with that new curricula. A question-and-answer session with the Commissioners follows the presentation.

Historical note:

File contains a presentation by Pauline Lewis, a Micmac woman from the Eskasoni First Nation. Lewis discusses her experience with the Indian Act and Bill C-31, having been re-listed to the Band in 1991. She discusses spousal abuse, provincial-federal jurisdictional issues in criminal law, and her part in a National Film Board presentation. Following the presentation is a comment from Commissioner Georges Erasmus.

File contains a presentation by Peter Stevens. Stevens describes his view of the history of the Micmac nation and its interactions with Canada. He discusses his hopes for the Commission and the need for self-governance.

File contains a presentation by Soulion Herney. Herney is an individual from Eskasoni who wishes to have Kellys Mountain (aka Glooscap's Mountain) preserved as a sacred Micmac heritage site. This has brought the Micmac into conflict with the Kelly Rock Company which wishes to turn the site into a gravel quarry.

File contains a presentation by Stephen Sunnipas, of Eskasoni First Nation. Sunnipas discusses residential school experiences, his people's history, and a plea to the Commission to save a Micmac sacred site at Glooscap's Mountain, which has been threatened by development.

Website contains links to all documents relating to the inquiry: the seven-volume report, transcripts, exhibits, submissions, counsel notebooks, correspondence, etc.

Inquiry into the handling of the case involving a young Mi'kmaq man falsely accused and convicted of murder and his subsequent twelve-year incarceration.

Study assesses the ability of the RAPI to identify problem drinkers.