Cuthand, Doug

Overview of recent cases about the disappearance and deaths of Aboriginal women.

Describes the racism that First Nations communities faced after being evacuated due to the wild fires in British Columbia.

Contends that Premier Campbell's referendum attempts to address treaty negotiations in a biased manner.

Historical overview of Willow Cree Chief Kamiscowesit's (or Beardy's) role in the North West Resistance and the negotiations of Treaty 6. Alternate spellings include: Kamayistowesit, Kamdyistowesit.

Discusses the move of a once NDP provincial politician to a now Liberal federal candidate, Joan Beatty.

Brief biography of the late, distinguished journalist (1937-2005), giving praise for her commitment to her native land.

Advocates that neutrality is the best course in order for aboriginal leaders to best coexist with all political parties.

Discusses how new Canadian legislation will adversely impact Aboriginal people in correctional facilities.

Describes the historical events with links to both African Americans and Native American peoples.

Explains why proposed tough on crime legislation, resulting in mandatory minimum sentencing, will effect Aboriginal offenders significantly.

Book review of: The History of the Métis of Willow Bunch by Catherine Littlejohn and Ron Rivard.

Suggests that the newly appointed Senator, Patrick Brazeau (34 years old), does not speak for First Nations people and the author argues that a valuable voice has been lost in future legislation that would improve life for First Nations people.

Author advocates federal governments invest more resources in economic development and education instead of just "managing poverty".

Overview of the financial benefits of Saskatchewan Aboriginal run casinos and the future of their economic opportunities and development.

Describes a program in Saskatchewan at the Montreal Lake First Nation that teaches at risk youth a meaningful trade and how to attain self-sufficiency.

Discusses the federal election results and its impact on Aboriginal peoples.

Looks at the transformation of Northern Saskatchewan life by aircraft in the last 50 years.

Explores early First Nations trading and business ventures, as well as present-day small businesses, including the Cree Way gas station in Saskatoon.

Discusses the elements necessary for First Nations businesses to be a success.

Family history of Royal Canadian Mounted Police Constable, the late Robin Cameron, the Constable who was killed in the line of duty in Saskatchewan in 2006.

Comments on three difference themes: the relevance of sport for future success; adoption of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples; opposition to the series of dams on the Peace River in British Columbia.

Highlights some of the effects of global warming on the delicate ecosystems and lands inhabited by Canada's Aboriginal peoples.

Examines the effect global warming has on the environment, wildlife and Aboriginal people.

Contends that worldwide Indigenous peoples are gaining recognition and status and that the Canadian government has an important role to play in helping its Indigenous population preserve their culture and gain similar success.

Canada, USA and Australia describe United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples as "profoundly imperfect;" contrary to Canadian Parliamentary Committee on Aboriginal Affairs assessment and support of the document.