Saskatoon

Horse drawn wagon carrying Aboriginal people in traditional dress to Pion-Era, Saskatoon, SK, 1957.

A photograph, probably taken in Saskatoon in early 20th century, of a train of Red River Carts and other wagons.

Comments on the educational programs available at the park which include Tipi Raising, Bison Jump and guided trail walks that tie into school curriculums. Article found by scrolling to page 2.

View of two tipis at Wanuskewin in spring.

Scenic view of Wanuskewin in winter with bulrushes and water in background.

Historical note:

The Wanuskewin Heritage Park is located northeast of the city of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. It opened in June 1992, after three years of planning for a park that would not only preserve centuries of cultural heritage, but also help build a bridge between First Nations and non-First Nations people of the province.

Comments on the Provinicial Government's commitment to a program that Saskatchewan families and communities benefit from. Article located by scrolling to page 11.

Profile of a mother and daughter jingle bell dancing team who performed at National Aboriginal Day. Article located by scrolling to page 12.

Looks at the plans for the 20th Anniversary Celebration of Wanuskewin Heritage Park in conjunction with National Aboriginal Day. Article located by scrolling to page A-3.

Comments on the character in the movie Wayne's World 2 as spurring an idea for the Saskatchewan playwright to finish an earlier version of his script Act of Elusion. Article located by scrolling to page 24.

Looks at the first annual symposium designed to match skilled workers with employment and entrepreneurial opportunities. Article located by scrolling to page 17.

Looks at a project that brought together low-income mothers of preschool-aged children who wanted to learn more about making their community a healthier place to live. Published by the Prairie Women's Centre for Excellence.

Looks at the importance of honoring and respecting relationships with humans and animals and the good that will come of this. Article located by scrolling to page 5.

Using interviews from a Wahkotowin classroom participants to discuss its use as a model for engaged pedagogy.

Book review of: The West Coast (Nootka) People by E. Y. Arima. Scroll down to page 68 to read review.

This file contains two posters with poems about Batoche. Both poems romanticize the Metis and their customs and their battles with government forces.

A portrait photograph of William Bleasdell Cameron at the age of 82.

Historical note:

This photograph is part of a collection of images used by Reg Taylor of the Saskatoon Star Phoenix in an article he wrote which featured William Bleasdell Cameron, a survivor of the so-called Frog Lake Massacre, 2 April 1885.

Comments on the opening ceremonies of the 2010 First Nation Winter Games, and the logistics of hosting such a large event. Article found on page 1 and by scrolling to pages 27-28.

A photograph of nine Kinsmen with two Native women dressed in traditional attire on April 26, 1950. First of series B 4014-19.

Historical note:

Geography Thesis (M.A.)--University of Saskatchewan, 1991.

Psychology Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of Saskatchewan, 2013.

Looks at a partnership developed to help Aboriginal people, both on and off-reserve, have healthier lifestyles. Article located by scrolling to page 10.

Book review of: Trapline by Eden Robinson.

A vignette portrait of young Dr. J. H. C. Willoughby, prominent early Saskatoon doctor, realtor and community worker, who came here in 1883. He testified at Riel's trial 28 July 1885.

Looks at the Core Neighbourhood Youth Co-op program in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan and its success. Article located by scrolling to page 12.

Comments on a program aimed at helping youth find employment and build personal development through art. Article located by scrolling to page 15.

Zenon Pohorecky and an unidentified man in CFQC studio. Unidentified man is possibly Native. Part of a series of 7 photographs that also show Greg Barnsley. Television cameras and sound equipment can be seen in other photographs.

Historical note:

Prof. Zenon Pohorecky was an anthropologist and head of the University of Saskatchewan's Dept. of Anthropology and Archaeology. He became an expert on North American Indian Rock Art and worked on behalf of Saskatchewan's Aboriginal causes.

Norman Zepp narrates introduction to unique collection of 250 works of art from the Historic, Classic and Contemporary periods. The collection includes archival material of Inuit art and artists with photographs, slides, interviews, correspondence and exhibition catalogues. Collection has been certified as Canadian cultural property recognizing the collection for its outstanding significance and national importance. Duration:18:22.