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The Steinhauer Brothers: Education & Self-Reliance

Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Donald B. Smith
Alberta History, vol. 50, no. 2, Spring, 2002, pp. 2-10
Description
Brief discussion of the lives of Egerton and Robert, sons of Rev. Henry B. Steinhauer, the first Aborigiinal Christian in Alberta.
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Still Waiting at Attawapiskat

Articles » General
Author/Creator
Linda Goyette
Canadian Geographic Magazine, December 2010, p. [?]
Description
Discusses the community 's ongoing fight to have Indian and Northern Affairs replace the elementary school which was shut down in May 2000 due to contamination.
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Stop and Think: Addressing Social Injustices Through Critical Reflection

Articles » General
Author/Creator
Sherry Ramrattan Smith
Education Canada, vol. 47, no. 1, Making Space For Critical Reflection: Dreams & Solutions For Aboriginal Children, Winter, 2007, pp. 48-51
Description
Through the author's experiences, looks at how power and privilege spills over into the classroom setting through oppression that is related to gender, race, class and sexual orientation.
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Stories and Song: Anishinaabemowin Colouring Book

Alternate Title
Mamanaw Pekiskwewina = Mother Tongues: Dish with One Spoon Territory
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Sabrina Fontaine
Mem Ireland
Sheri Osden Nault
Skye Paul
Michael Tiggelman
Description

Designs by artists from the Dish with One Spoon Treaty territory feature animals from the region and are labelled in Ojibway and English.

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Stories of Our Elders

Oral History » Oral Histories
Author/Creator
Ojibway and Cree Cultural Centre
Description
Stories in written English and Cree (must have installed proper font to use) as well as audio in both languages.
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A Story of Past and Present Power: The Blessing of Two Wampum Belts from the McCord Museum of Canadian History

Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Bruno P. Pouliot
Journal of the Canadian Association for Conservation, vol. 23, 1998, pp. 31-35
Description
Case study of co-operation between the Aboriginal community and an institution which holds an ethnographic artifact with sacred or ceremonial associations. Belts were transported by a conservator, used in ceremonies and returned to the museum.
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Strangers in Our Own Land: A Discussion Paper Prepared for the Honourable Robert Welch QC, Minister of Culture and Recreation

Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Ontario Federation of Indian Friendship Centres (OFIFC)
Description
Discusses how migration from the insulated and regulated life on reserves to urban centres has impacted First Nations people, the importance of friendship centres' role in alleviating problems, and their need for additional resources.
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Strategic Plan For the Years 2001 - 2006

Alternate Title
Ontario Aboriginal HIV/AIDS Strategy: Strategic Plan For the Years 2001 - 2006
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Ontario Aboriginal HIV/AIDS Strategy
Description
Outlines prevention and support for Aboriginal communities impacted by HIV in Ontario.
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A Strategy for Change: Supporting Teachers and Improving First Nations, Métis, and Inuit School Success in Provincially Funded Northwestern Ontario Schools

Alternate Title
Report (Northern Policy Institute) ; no. 6
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
John A. Hodson
Julian Kitchen
Description
Contends that in order to achieve student success, access to traditional knowledge and access to contemporary knowledge through a culturally responsive and relational pedagogy is necessary.
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The Streamlining of the Kabinakagami River Hydroelectric Project Environmental Assessment: What is the "Duty to Consult" With Other Impacted Aboriginal Communities When the Co-Proponent of the Project is an Aboriginal Community?

Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Holly L. Gardner
Denis Kirchhoff
Leonard J. Tsuji
International Indigenous Policy Journal, vol. 6, no. 3, June 2015, pp. 1-32
Description
Looks at a project that raises questions about the approach to carrying out the "duty to consult" in an effective way.
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Struggles, Strengths and Solutions: Exploring Food Security with Young Aboriginal Moms

Articles » General
Author/Creator
Cyndy Baskin
Bonnie Guarisco
Ruth Koleszar-Green
Nadya Melanson
Cheryl Osawamick
esurio, vol. 1, no. 1, March 2009, pp. 1-20
Description
Discusses a research project which aimed to determine factors affecting food security of young Aboriginal mothers and offers social policy recommendations, strategies and ideas for research in order to improve their lives.
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Student Success Research Consortium: Two Worlds Community-First Research

Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Dawn Zinga
Sandra Styres
Sheila Bennett
Michelle Bomberry
Canadian Journal of Native Education, vol. 32, no. 1, Indigenous Knowledges and Education, 2009, pp. 19-37, 129-130
Description
Looks at the approach to community-based research, ethical issues, and Aboriginal research.
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Student Transitions Project: Web-Based Resources

Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Ontario Native Education Counselling Association
Description
Contains links to alternative and First Nations Schools, post-secondary institutions, community education services, Aboriginal student centres, Aboriginal services, supporting organizations, employment assistance, etc.
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A Study Comparing Aboriginal Two Spirit Men Who Utilize AIDS Service Organizations Compared to Those Who Do Not: A Research Study Conducted by Two-Spirited People of the 1st Nations: September 2004--August 2005

Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Art Zoccole
Ted Myers
Description
In addition to usage statistics gathered from individuals in four geographic areas, study incorporated factors such as age, sexuality, education, and other demographic characteristics.
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The Subarctic Indians and the Fur Trade 1680-1860

Book Reviews
Author/Creator
C. E. Heidenreich
BC Studies, no. 76, Winter, 1987, pp. 86-88
Description
Book review of: The Subarctic Indians and the Fur Trade 1680-1860 by J. C. Yerbury. Scroll down to page 86 to read review.
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Submission to the Legislative Assembly of Ontario Standing Committee on Social Policy Regarding Bill 210: An Act to Amend the Child and Family Services Act and Make Complementary Amendments to Other Acts

Alternate Title
Bill 210: Amendments to the Child and Family Services Act (CFSA)
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Chiefs of Ontario
Description
Ontario Regional Chief voices concerns about areas such as lack of consultation, customary care, access to crown wards, prevention and protection, and welfare agencies.
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The Summer of 1990

Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Canada. Parliament. House of Commons. Standing Committee on Aboriginal Affairs
Description
Reveals findings and recommendations from a hearing surrounding the events that took place at Kanesatake and Kahnawake during the summer of 1990. Reproduction is a copy of an official work that is published by the Government of Canada and it is reproduced in affiliation with, or with the endorsement of the Government of Canada.
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Supernatural Beings of the Huron and Wyandot

Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
C. M. Barbeau
American Anthropologist, vol. 16, no. 2, New Series, April-June 1914, pp. 288-313
Description
Turn of the century anthropologist's description of two classes of deities and spirits.
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Supporting Aboriginal Parents: Teachings for the Future

Alternate Title
'Messages From the Heart': A Showcase on Aboriginal Childrearing – Caring for Our Children and Families
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Kathryn Irvine
Description
Discusses the crisis facing Aboriginal parents in Canada and the need to create more culturally appropriate and relevant programs, resources and services.
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Supporting First Nations, Métis & Inuit Students Transitioning from First Nations Schools to Provincial Schools: A Resource Guide

Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Ontario Native Education Counselling Association (ONECA)
Description
Provides information about select resources in the areas of education policies, commissions and inquiries, supportive organizations, fostering success, learning about culture, language and history, alternative secondary schools, Indigenous institutes, and supporting health lifestyles.
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Supporting Successful Transitions to Post-Secondary Education for Indigenous Students: Lessons from an Institutional Ethnography in Ontario, Canada

Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Jean-Paul Restoule
Angela Mashford-Pringle
Maya Chacaby
Christine Smillie
Candace Brunette
Gail Russel
International Indigenous Policy Journal, vol. 4, no. 4, Educational Pathways of Indigenous Learners, pp. 1-10
Description
Article offers recommendations using interviews, focus groups, and online surveys to enhance successful transitions.
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Supporting Two-Spirit and Indigenous LGBTT2QQIA Youth in the Ontario Child Welfare System: A Joint Submission Regarding the Ministry of Children and Youth Services’ Development of a Resource Guide for LGBTT2QQIA Youth

Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Ontario Federation of Indigenous Friendship Centre (OFIFC)
Native Youth Sexual Health Network
Description
Discussion of Indigenous understandings of gender and sexuality and the emergence of the term two-spirit followed by recommendations in the areas of cultural safety and competence in placement, engagement with youth, culturally-safe and appropriate services and resources, partnerships with Indigenous organizations, and the contents of the resource guide.
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