Halifax

Analyzes whether certain cities contribute to the problem of over-representation and explores whether regional variations exist.

Tanya Talaga, prize-winning journalist and author of Seven Fallen Feathers delivers the the second of the 2018 Massey Lectures in Halifax. Talaga's second lecture focuses on the effects for Indigenous peoples of displacement from their traditional territories and of ongoing contemporary extractive resource economies. Duration: 53:59

Document prepared by the Progressive Conservative Association outlining amendments to the Canada Elections Act. This includes a preamble and numbered (1-14) 'highlights' of the main changes. Number three relates to the right of Indigenous people to vote.

Author shares her research experiences, as a First Nation support worker, and provides some guiding principles to follow when conducting research with First Nations communities.

Results of interviews with 16 study participants grouped into five themes: identity, family and community, violence, systemic racism/colonialism, social networks/supports, and resiliency and integrity.

Folder containing information on the integration of indigenous schools, a copy of St. Paul's School's yearbook, Correspondence relating to the Indian Act, indigenous schools, the opening of Pointe-Bleue School, the construction of new school on the Moose Woods Reserve at Dundurn and a 200 bed residential school for the Squamish Band. Also Correspondence regarding the Assumption Indian Residential School, and quality of education.

Compares coverage of events on Global Television, the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC), and CTV to that of the Aboriginal Peoples Television Network (APTN). Stories covered: shooting of Chelsea Yellowbird, vote buying at Esgenoopetitj First Nation, Air Canada, Winnipeg and First Nation flood evacuees, Truth and Reconciliation Commission, and Keystone XL pipeline protest.

Summary of study which conducted survey of service providers and facilities in select Canadian cities, and five individuals with the disease. Found that existing facilities were under-utilized and more culturally relevant options were needed. Originally published in 2004, revised in 2010.

Looks at the ethnic misrepresentation of sex trade workers by the media.

Implementation of a culturally relevant program for students at Dalhousie University, Halifax.

Explores the ways that Black and Indigenous identities intersect and manifest in mixed raced people in Canada; specifically looks at the marginality factors of erasure, racism, and fractured identity and at the representation of these identities and marginality in the Proclaiming our Roots project.

Statistical table.

Examines the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's central space for testimony, the Commissioners Sharing Panel.

RCAP 61 contains files from a round table sitting of the Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples at the Mic Mac Native Friendship Centre, Halifax, Nova Scotia. This sitting of the Commission contains presentations relating to land claims and self-government, needle exchange programs, health and addiction programs, economic development and friendship centres. Each presentation can be viewed individually on this site.

RCAP 62 contains files from a round table sitting of the Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples at the Mic Mac Native Friendship Centre, Halifax, Nova Scotia. This sitting of the Commission contains presentations by various Aboriginal organizations in the fields of health, housing, justice, urban development, and education.

File contains an opening prayer by Christine Brooks and opening remarks by Commissioner Georges Erasmus for the sitting of the Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples held at the Mic Mac Native Friendship Centre, Halifax, Nova Scotia Wednesday, November 4, 1992. Commissioner Erasmus states that the preceding day's hearings (volume 1) were excellent, and welcomes the participants for the day's sitting.

File contains opening remarks by Georges Erasmus, Co-Chair who explains the purpose and goals of the Commission.

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 presentation by Alexa McDonough discussing the establishment of a bilateral forum with government and Micmac representatives to develop an understanding of Micmac Aboriginal rights and treaties. A lengthy question-and-answer session with the Commissioners follows the presentation.

File contains a presentation by Andrea Currie focusing on working with women and men involved in street prostitution in Halifax. Her organization has teams that work with Aboriginal people who are on the street. Her group also attempts to help those sex workers who have dealings with the law.

File contains a presentation by Charlotte Hazel and Alenda Dejarlais-Louish, Native Council of Nova Scotia.

File contains a presentation by Cheryl Lynn Hagan-Deschamps of the Tawaak Housing Association. Hagan-Deschamps discusses her organizations work in providing urban Aboriginal housing, and recommends that Aboriginal organizations be exempted from government cutbacks to housing funds going on at the time. Following the presentation the assembled Commissioners discuss Aboriginal housing and funding concerns with Hagan-Deschamps.

File contains a presentation by Christine Gibson, Co-ordinator fo the Mi'kmaq Child Development Project. Gibson discusses the general child care situation in Canada, in Nova Scotia, and amongst Aboriginal Canadians. Gibson then discusses the specific operation of her project and makes a variety of recommendations for its enhancement. Following the presentation Commissioners Erasmus and Robinson discuss the project and related child care issues with Gibson.

File contains a presentation by Della Maguire, Drug and Alcohol Counsellor at the MicMac Native Friendship Centre. Maguire makes a series of recommendations to the Commission for increased funding, staffing, and assistance. Following Maguire's presentation Commissioners Erasmus and Robinson discuss some of the issues raised with her.

File contains a presentation by Gloria Christmas, Native Justice Court Worker. Christmas, after a brief description of her job, makes a series of recommendations to the Commission on hiring Aboriginal interpreters, Aboriginal court workers, and Aboriginal corrections personnel, in the justice system.

File contains a presentation by Jerry Taylor relating to concerns of the African-Canadian community in Nova Scotia and the comparisons between that group and the Aboriginal peoples in Canada in "battling the ravages of racism." A question-and-answer session with the Commissioners follows the presentation, along with remarks by Valerie Firth, a previous speaker.

File contains a presentation by Betty Thomas and Jean Clayton of the Metro United Way (Halifax). Thomas and Clayton discuss their organizational history and their Multicultralism/Anti-Racism Program. Following the presentation Commissioners Erasmus discusses the program with them.

File contains a presentation by Director Gordon King of the Micmac Native Friendship Centre (Halifax, NS). King discusses the role Friendship Centres play in communities, their non-political nature, and the success they have had working with urban Aboriginal populations. King introduces the days presenters from the Friendship Centre and states to the Commissioners that they "have the powers to start the process for change to ensure a better life for Aboriginal peoples residing in urban areas.

File contains a presentation by Crisis Intervention Officer Marie Francis of the Micmac Native Friendship Centre (Halifax, NS). Francis discusses the financial difficulties faced by the Status Indian population in Canada who lives off reserve, and states that Bands often do not live up to their fiduciary obligations to off-reserve people.

File contains a presentation by Patsy Paul-Martin of the Millbrook Native Learning Centre. Paul-Martin discusses "the major barriers the Native participants face when they enrol in the Millbrook Native Learning Centre that impedes their upgrading to success." She highlights a variety of concerns and makes some recommendations for addressing them. Following the presentation the assembled Commissioners discuss some of the issues raised with Paul-Martin, after which are closing remarks and the conclusion of the day's sitting of the Royal Commision.

File contains a presentation by Paul O'Hara that questions why Aboriginal people are "poorly reflected in the health care system." He states that Aboriginal people must be properly represented in the health care system and be given the educational opportunities to do so. Following the presentation is a question-and-answer session with the Commissioners.

File contains a presentation by T'mas Young of the Micmac AIDS Task Force. Young makes a wide array of recommendations to the Commission related to Aboriginal AIDS awareness and treatment. Following the presentation Commissioners Erasmus, Robinson, and Morris, thank Young and discuss some of the issues raised with him.

File contains a presentation by Valerie Firth and Raymond Evans, employees of the Halifax Main Line Needle Exchange Program that has been in operation for the last six months. The program provides a needle exchange service for IV drug users as well as condoms for street youth. The program is a stepping-stone for IV drug users to receive treatment, and as well the program assists street youth. The presenters call on the Commission to ensure funding continues for this vital service. Following the presentation is a question-and-answer session with the Commissioners.

Looks at challenges faced by programs in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Nova Scotia, Ontario, and Quebec.

Geography Thesis (M.Sc.)--University of Waterloo, 2012.

Two year study identified challenges and determined practical solutions for policy makers and service providers.

In interviews, thirty-three individuals from across Canada discuss living in urban centres, identity, and contemporary issues they consider to be important. Each interview is approximately 30 min. long.

Study involved front-line service providers and clients of centre located in the Halifax Regional Municipality in a series of focus groups, sharing circles and pathway building exercises. Themes discusses were: Indigenous traditional knowledge and wellness, cultural healing and service provision; encounters with criminal justice and mental health systems; and promising practices to support reintegration of families.