Cuthand, Doug

Examines the issues that surround Aboriginal child care in Canada and advocates the creation of a First Nations children's advocate in Saskatchewan.

Recalls Harry Daniels as a strong leader within the Métis community.

Describes the jail sentences given to 6 leaders of the Kitchenuhmaykoosib Inninuwug (KI) First Nation in Northern Ontario over mineral exploration on a disputed land claim area.

Author advocates that change cannot be imposed by outsiders, but rather it must begin from the ground up.

Comments on leadership changes within the Assembly of First Nations, the Métis National Council, and the Federation of Saskatchewan Indian Nations.

Discusses how poverty contributes to high drop-out rates among Aboriginal youth.

Author's own list of top 10 worst Canadians and why they are on his list.

Discusses the history of First Nation relations in Canada and the United States and why they developed differently.

Discussion of land solutions and how these must be developed by and for the community.

States that the jurisdictions of the provinces and First Nations overlap in many areas and argues that provincial governments have not come to grips with this reality.

Contends that the societal mistreatment of Aboriginal peoples has caused a rise in gang activity.

Reactions from various Aboriginal leaders in response to the 2006 Speech from the Throne.

Explores reasons why there is a low First Nations voter turnout in federal elections and why this trend has to stop.

Tribute to Bernelda Wheeler (1937-2005), who had a long and distinguished career at CBC Radio.

Author compares Quebec and First Nations aspirations to be recognized as nations within Canada.

Brief profiles of the following politicians: Joan Beatty, Buckley Belanger, Carole James, Bonnie Leonard, Len Marchand, Bob Nault, Charles Fox, and Steve Kakfi.

Examines the Association for Canadian Studies' report on the substandard socio-economic conditions of First Nations people in Saskatchewan.

Describes why post-traumatic stress syndrome had such a dramatic effect on Aboriginal veterans of WWII.

Comments on the restitution given to First Nations veterans from the Korean War in regards to being shortchanged benefits.

Analysis of Aboriginal issues within the platforms of Saskatchewan's political parties during the 2003 Provincial Election.

Amnesty International's report Stolen Sisters highlights the high rates of violence against Aboriginal women in Canada.

Discusses the implications for First Nations people who migrate from rural to urban centers.

Advocates that medical care is a basic treaty right for First Nations in Canada.

Commentary on the newly elected Conservative government lead by Stephen Harper and the ramifications for Aboriginal leaders and peoples.

Chronicles the achievements of the chuckwagon competitors during the 2005 season.