LaBoucane-Benson, Patti

Analysis of eighteen homeless young women, with a focus on the nine Aboriginal participants.

Examines the findings from a study on the homelessness of young Aboriginal women in the city of Edmonton.

Discusses the need to develop strategies for assisting communities move forward by understanding both the traditional and contemporary family dynamic.

Introduction to new journal which replaces Pimatisiwin and special issue focusing on the Healing Our Spirit Worldwide Gathering.

Discusses an approach, based on traditional Aboriginal values, whereby parents who are attempting reunification with their children meet with other family members to explore which options are in the best interests of the child in terms of a permanency plan. Duration: 15:08. Accompanying material: Discussion Guide.

Explores the definition(s) of gangs, describes characteristics of several Aboriginal gangs in Canada, and outlines the risk factors of gang involvement for Aboriginal youth and young adults.

Results of 38 interviews with Aboriginal courtworkers, crown prosecutors, judges, city police and RCMP officers in Alberta.

Condensed version of the report on the Fifth Healing Our Spirits Worldwide (HOSW) conference on Aboriginal health and healing, held in Edmonton in 2006.

Describes how colonial policy has created a disconnect in the relationship between Cree people in Alberta and water.

Located in Edmonton, Alberta, the Wellness House is a 16-bed, minimum security facility as well as a residence for offenders on release in the community. Purpose of study was to gain an understanding of the women involved and the unique model of case management. Sixteen in-depth interviews with nine offenders and seven staff members were conducted.

Uses five case studies from the gang intervention and diversion program developed for at-risk youth in Edmonton.

Family Ecology and Practice Thesis (M.S.)--University of Alberta, 2001.

Research conducted to examine successful reintegration, development and maintenance of successful behaviours and make recommendations based on findings.

Explores question of what it means to be an Indigenous person in the 21st century by talking to people from Dene, Cree, Blackfoot and Métis communities in Alberta. Duration: 26:05.

Video explores the issue of involvement in street gangs from the perspective of former members. Duration: 22:00.

Looks at a program that brings together university students with homeless youth to share information and experiences in a safe, supportive environment.

Discussion of program developed by Native Counselling Services of Alberta aimed at Aboriginal men trapped in a cycle of violence.

Human Ecology Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of Alberta, 2009.

Examines the challenges faced by women who are trying to rebuild to their lives after being released from prison. Duration: 39:22.

Looks at the traditional role of grandparents and options available for maintaining a connection when a grandchild is in the care of the Alberta Government. Duration: 21:20.

Documentary on relationship between Aboriginal people and the land, water and rest of Canada. Duration: 52:00.

Search of literature published between 2010 and 2016 which focused on either Alberta or Canada produced 44 results. Results are arranged under the headings interconnected worldview, development of legal traditions, positive individual and collective identity, and self-determination.