Saskatoon

Statistical tables.

Statistical table.

Statistical tables.

Statistical tables.

Includes some Aboriginal statistics and comparative data from other cities.

Statistics on age, days of homelessness, stays in emergency shelters, length of residence in the city, reasons for coming to Saskatoon, causes of housing loss, sources of income, etc. Eighty-eight percent of those who were experiencing homelessness self-identified as being Indigenous.

Presents a group of youth rapping about their life experiences on 20th street in Saskatoon.

Looks at improving relationships between non-Aboriginals and Aboriginals. Duration: 45:14.

Art site of A. J. Isbister is divided into Native and Contemporary works, includes a brief bibliography, list of exhibitions, and contact information.

Image of wounded soldiers leaving for Saskatoon likely from Fish Creek on 2 May 1885 during the Northwest Resistance. A trail of men on horseback and horse-drawn wagons are visible.

Panelists discuss Tasha Hubbard's documentary about the notorious "starlight tours", which involved Saskatoon police officers transporting Aboriginal men to the outskirts of the city and abandoning them during sub-zero temperatures. Duration: 50:54.

Beaded mats from the Little Pine First Nation on Display at the Saskatoon Arts and Crafts Society Show. Date unknown.

Historical note:

Includes note on back: "When the Saskatoon Arts and Crafts Society disbanded a collection of mats and other articles were given to the museum at Fort Battleford"

Aboriginal boys in traditional dress at Pion-Era preparing to dance. Saskatoon, SK, 1958.

Presents a biography of John Lagimodiere, and how he developed business ventures in face of various challenges.

Study shows that socioeconomic conditions and in-school dynamics have an effect on student learning.

Includes Saskatoon City Council minutes from a meeting on Monday, June 9, 1980 regarding a report by the Community Liaison Committee (Report No. 3-1980) including items on Aboriginal Employment (Item # 1316), Housing (Item # 1317), Education and Native People and the Law (Item # 1318), as well as a list of Committee members.

Looks at a competition with a financial prize for Aboriginal self-starters. Article located by scrolling to page 22.

Researcher examined data on file with the agency and conducted interviews in order to produce a profile those who use the program. Report forms part of the Bridges and Foundations Project on Urban Aboriginal Housing.

Author compares past University of Saskatchewan Indigenous Peoples Program's Annual Music Festivals to the 6th annual and comes to the conclusion that the choice of venue is of utmost importance for the festivals' success. Article located by scrolling by to page 25.

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

Explores and describes the perceptions of Habitat for Humanity by Aboriginal families living in Saskatoon. Report forms part of The Bridges and Foundations Project on Urban Aboriginal Housing.

Sociology Thesis (M.A.)--University of Saskatchewan, 1993

Presents the results of a two-year study which examined issues faced by urban individuals with disabilities.

Looks at partnership between Association of Faculties of Medicine of Canada and the Indigenous Physicians Association of Canada to develop core competencies curriculum and efforts to recruit Aboriginals into health care professions. Special focus on the University of Saskatchewan's programs.

Findings of a study undertaken to determine the needs of this sector of the population. Report forms part of the Bridges and Foundations Project on Urban Aboriginal Housing.

Report chronicles achievements and challenges that lie ahead for the Police Service in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

Study conducted at the Regional Psychiatric Centre in Saskatoon found spirituality programs had definite therapeutic benefits.

Geography and Planning Thesis (M.A.)--University of Saskatchewan, 2014.

Assessment of the requirements for shelters and the current capacity in Saskatoon to deal with these women. Report forms part of the Bridges and Foundations Project on Urban Aboriginal Housing.

Examines program and research conducted to determine the impact participants perceive the program had on health and well-being. Outcome indicators for the program are suggested.

Image showing dancers in ceremonial dress in [Kinsmen Park].

Historical note:

First proclaimed by the Governor General of Canada on 13 June 1996, June 21st of every year has become a day in the Canadian calendar that presents Aboriginal peoples with a great opportunity to express great pride for their rich diverse cultures with their families, neighbours, friends and visitors.

Two images showing various persons marching, including Aboriginal war veterans and two City of Saskatoon Police officers; some in group are carrying flags. Also shown is close-up of person in ceremonial dress; in [Kinsmen Park].

Historical note:

First proclaimed by the Governor General of Canada on 13 June 1996, June 21st of every year has become a day in the Canadian calendar that presents Aboriginal peoples with a great opportunity to express great pride for their rich diverse cultures with their families, neighbours, friends and visitors.

Alexander Campbell served as a sergeant with the 7th Fusiliers, a battalion of militia which was headquartered in London, Ontario. This unit was called into active service on 1 April 1885 and, within a week, had embarked on their journey west -- a journey made more arduous by the gaps in the railway above Lake Superior. After stops in Winnipeg and Swift Current, the 7th Fusiliers did not reach the area of the fighting until after General Middleton's forces had defeated the Métis at Batoche.

Chronicles the development of a handbook about the heritage park for use in the primary classroom.

Looks at gender construction of adolescent girls in two grade eight classrooms in a multicultural urban school in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

Educational Psychology and Special Education Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of Saskatchewan, 2014.

Describes the Aboriginal Education Research Council's evolution, activities, accomplishments and future directions and development strategies.

Research into solutions which would close gap between price of housing and financial status. Report forms part of the Bridges and Foundations Project on Urban Aboriginal Housing.

Research focused on industry partnerships, trades training, and home ownership, as well as background information on demographics and the current housing situation. Report forms part of the Bridges and Foundations Project on Urban Aboriginal Housing.

Comments on the sixth annual event, which focuses on the housing crisis in Saskatchewan, and the organizations that are working towards alleviating the situation. Article located by scrolling to page 14.

Looks at the experience and credentials of Alanis King as she moves back to Saskatoon to begin her new post. Article located by scrolling to page 2.

Exhibition was part of the Mendel Art Gallery's Post-Colonial Landscape series, featured 60 paintings from 1960-1990 selected from the Thunder Bay Art Gallery's retrospective The Art of Alex Janvier: His First Thirty Years, 1960-1990.

Study examines disparities in quality of life between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal peoples and how this relates to the housing sector. Report forms part of the Bridges and Foundations Project on Urban Aboriginal Housing.

A variety of articles dealing with the early history of the Anglican Church in Saskatchewan. Includes material on Emmanuel College, Rev. Archdeacon Mackay, the translation of the Bible from English to Cree, an article on a Cree-French and Cree-English Dictionary, biographical material on early missionaries and Churchmen as well as Diocesan histories.

Historical note:

Comments on Tomson Highway's path to his successful career and his performance in Saskatoon at the Aboriginal Writers Festival. Article located by scrolling to page 23.

Community Health and Epidemiology Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of Saskatchewan, 2007.

Outlines structure of the program and makes recommendations to increase participation of First Nations and Métis in residential construction industry. Report forms part of the Bridges and Foundations Project on Urban Aboriginal Housing.