Yukon

Describes fiscal arrangements in the Yukon and Northwest Territories between 1980-1995, discusses factors which influenced public finance and budgeting, and the implications for self- and public government.

Integrated Studies in Education Thesis (Ph.D.)--McGill University, 2009.

This book describes Petitot's explorations of the Mackenzie and Anderson Rivers and the western branch of the Yukon River. It also provides an account of Petitot's travels to the various forts such as Fort MacPerson and his encounters with protestant missionaries who tried to dissuade him from preaching in their territory.

Historical note:

Appeal of numerous sentences imposed for offences committed by the supervisor, Jerzy George Maczynski, against young boys at Lower Post Residential School from 1952 to 1961 and from 1965 to 1967.

Suitable for primary students.

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

Examines issues of performance in relation to Jerry Alfred and the Medicine Beat, a musical band from Canada's Yukon Territory.

Book review of: Rebirth edited by Anne-Marie Mawhiney. A collection of presentations from the Third Annual Conference of the Institute of Northern Ontario Research and Development (INORD) of Laurentian University.

Results from study on the Chugachik site, Cottonwood Creek site and the Yukon Island Fox Farm Bluff site in 1974.

Comments on how three territories correlate cultural diversity. To access article scroll to p. 30.

Makes general and specific recommendations about the Federal program, as well as broader issues related to health, nutritional status and household food insecurity of people living in isolated northern communities.

Provides statistics on access to all-season roads and regional energy grid, population living in suitable housing, and internet capability in Yukon, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Nunatsiavut, and Nunavik.Recommendations focus on coordinated investments, a dedicated investment fund, and supporting community capacity.

Makes recommendations under four themes: traditional foods, local food production, Federal subsidy and support programs, and project funding coordination and promotion.

Summary of a pilot project including overall outcomes for youth, technical skills gained, and improvements in literacy and essential skills.

Book review of: Red Serge and Polar Bear Pants: The Biography of Harry Stallworthy, RCMP by William Barr.

Documentary looks at Aboriginal comedy across Canada featuring comedians Don Kelly, Sharon Shorty and Jack Bear. Duration: 54:30.

Argues that post-Pleistocene ancestors were in North America before 8000 B.C.

Statistics compiled by Department of Indian Affairs and Northern Development as a requirement of the Indian Act

Highlights the problems associated with relocation when old settlement patterns are ignored in favour of southern, urban models; examines selected case material and the experience of one specific community.

Focuses on the Inuit Circumpolar Conference (ICC).

Educational Studies Thesis (Ph.D.)--The University of British Columbia, 2010.

Reviewed random sample of 69 files. Covers period between April 2010 and December 2013.

Examination of the internet through Inuit perspectives.

Deals with issues such as offences, interventions, crime prevention, sentencing and administration, and gives examples of projects already in place.

Health Sciences Thesis (MHS)--University of Lethbridge, 2012.

Law Thesis (LLM)--McGill University, 1994.

Presents some of the institutional and ideological factors that continue to influence the way in which lands and resources are managed by First Nations in the Yukon.

Introductory article to the oil and gas issue that chronicles past development and states current proposals in relation to unresolved land and governance issues.

A copy of a photograph. On back: "The Rt. Rev. - Stringer Bishop & Mrs Stringer - the well-remembered 'Sadie' Stringer - many children carry her name. Photo taken at Herschel Island c 1911."

Book reviews of: American Indian Activism: Alcatraz to the Longest Walk edited by Troy Johnson, Joane Nagel, and Duane Champagne. As We Are Now: Mixblood Essays on Race and Identity edited by William S. Penn. Cahokia: Domination and Ideology in the Mississippian World edited by Timothy R. Pauketat and Thomas E.

Describes personal journey of discovery for a Manitoba Mennonite working in a cross-cultural environment.

Describes dynamic hydrological processes that have occurred in the study area over the last 10,000 years.

Results indicate the benefits of having local community involvement in the process, increases the perception of effective benefit-risk management.

Examines the transitions in governance in the territories and Northern provincial regions; and discusses the accomplishments, challenges and opportunities facing organizations in Northern communities.

Relates the history of educational programs in Northern Canada, the government policies of 1960s to 1970s, and the implementation of a bilingual educational policy in Nunavik.

File contains a presentation by Eileen Van Bibber that offers six proposals relating to the Liard First Nation and its residents. They include construction of a building for the creation and sale of crafts, training of band members for equipment operation in the Liard area, and construction of a community hall. Van Bibber calls for funding to achieve these goals. Following the presentation is a lengthy discussion with Commissioners Allan Blakeney and Viola Robinson.

File contains a presentation by Norma Shorty, Kwanlin Dun First Nation. Shorty describes the history of the Kwanlin Dun First Nation, and its reserves in the Whitehorse area. Shorty suggests that since the government contributed to the destruction of traditional systems of Kwanlin Dun learning, it should contribute to rebuilding them. Following Shorty's presentation the assembled Commissioners discuss language, education, and rights issues with Shorty.

Physical Education and Recreation Thesis (M.A.)--University of Alberta, 1997.

Identifies and examines primary variables essential to the successful continuation of the Northern Co-operation Accord.

Presents personal perspective on environmental science research in northwest Canada.

Focuses on the negotiation and implementation of the Nunavut Land Claims Agreement and the design and implementation of the Government of Nunavut.

Signed on the 21st of July, 1997.

Signed on the 21st of July 1997.

History Thesis (M.A.)--University of Victoria, 2003.