Canadian Journal of Native Education, vol. 26, no. 1, Exemplary Indigenous Education, 2002, pp. 1-3
Description
Introduction to the themed issue Exemplary Indigenous Education, which discusses "Indigenous principles, approaches, or components that contribute to educational success in Indigenous contexts."
Canadian Journal of Native Studies, vol. 22, no. 1, 2002, pp. 1-22
Description
Argues that education has been used as a tool for assimilation and that reflection on its power and control is necessary in resisting cultural homogenization.
Prairie Forum, vol. 22, no. 1, Spring, 1997, pp. 47-71
Description
Explores the relationship between the Cooperative Commonwealth Federation (CCF) government and the Federation of Saskatchewan Indians from 1958 to 1964.
To Honor & Comfort Native Quilting Traditions (An Educational Curriculum)
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Shawn Termin
Description
Guide aimed at middle year students is divided into four sections: Strengthening Community, Design Tells a Story, Expressions of Honor, and Origins of Native Quilting. Discusses eight individual quilters (Aboriginal and Hawaiian): Mary Bighouse (Osage), Sheree "Peachy" Bonaparte (Mohawk), Alice Olsen Williams (Anishinabe), Nancy Crone Naranjo (Eastern Cherokee), Bernyce Courtney (Wasco-Tlingit), Harriet Soong (Native Hawaiian), Ollie Napesni (Rosebud Lakota), and Lula Red Cloud (Ogala Lakota).
Historical background and submissions to Indian Claims Commission (ICC) regarding a 1963 dam built on-reserve and its effect on the First Nation's fishing rights, and obligations owed by Canada. ICC recommended the claim not be accepted for Specific Claims Policy due to compensation already received. [This file has been saved and made available online with permission from the Indian Claims Commission website before it closed down in March 2009.]
Research Highlight (Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation)
Research Highlight. Socio-economic Series ; 114
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
[Policy and Research Division]
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC)
Description
Summary of study of same name which looked at movement of individuals or households within the same area and how it affected agencies which provide social services.
Inquiry Into the 1907 Surrender Claim of the Fishing Lake First Nation (French Version)
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Indian Claims Commission
Description
Historical background and issues involved in Indian Claims Commission (ICC) hearing to determine the validity of the 1907 surrender. (French language version)
Commissioners include: P.E. James Prentice and Roger J. Augustine.
[These files were created and compiled by the ICC and provided to the Indigenous Studies Portal in 2009 to make widely available in online format.]
Inquiry Into the 1907 Reserve Land Surrender Claim of the Kahkewistahaw First Nation (French Version)
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Indian Claims Commission
Description
Historical background, submissions and recommendations from Indian Claims Commission (ICC) hearing to determine if surrender was valid, complied with the provisions of the Indian Act and whether Canada's fiduciary obligations were met. ICC found that although the surrender was valid and unconditional, Canada had breached its pre-surrender fiduciary obligations in allowing it to take place. (French language version) Commissioners include: P.E. James Prentice and Roger J.
Inquiry Into the 1927 Surrender Claim of the Chippewas of Kettle and Stoney Point First Nation (French version)
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Indian Claims Commission
Description
Historical background and submissions to Indian Claims Commission (ICC) regarding whether the surrender was valid; whether Canada breached its fiduciary obligations. ICC found the surrender valid; that Canada breached its fiduciary duties; and the claim be negotiated under the Specific Claims Policy. (French language version)
Commissioners include: Roger J. Austine and Daniel J. Bellegarde.
[These files were created and compiled by the ICC and provided to the Indigenous Studies Portal in 2009 to make widely available in online format.]
Examines the historical, political, and social issues that affect the health outcomes of Métis; looks at Métis organizations directly involved in the areas of health policy, programs, or services; and discusses federal and provincial initiatives that deal with the health issues of Métis.
Water, Air, and Soil Pollution, vol. 97, no. 1-2, June 1997, pp. 107-118
Description
Study shows consumption of a typical quantity of fish, from Nechako Reservoir, Ogston Lake, or Tezzeron Lake, is not likely to elevate risks for neurologic disorders in children.
Canadian Journal of Native Education, vol. 26, no. 2, 2002, pp. 124-133
Description
Description of information gathered in northern Alberta and Saskatchewan and discussion of why northern educators are reluctant to exchange local initiatives.