2004 Conference Report (Indigenous Bar Association)
Indigenous Bar Association Annual Fall Conference ; 16th, 2004
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Indigenous Bar Association
Description
Outlines the need for human rights, Aboriginal rights, and economic rights to protect Indigenous peoples during the development of Indigenous economies.
International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity, vol. 1, no. 8, March 29, 2004, p. [?]
Description
Looks at the development and testing of a physical activity computer program for Kanien'keh´ka (Mohawk) children and concludes it is suitable for children between the ages of nine and thirteen.
Ethnohistory, vol. 51, no. 3, Summer, 2004, pp. 567-607
Description
Identifies sources and methods for documenting Métis during the fur trade period in Ontario in order to investigate legal and historical questions related to contemporary rights of Métis in that province.
Canadian Public Policy, vol. 30, no. 3, 2004, pp. [283]-301
Description
Used the 1995 National Graduates Survey along with followup survey in 1997 to examine school-to-work transitions, using variables such as gender, ethnic status, qualification granted, etc.
Argues that the alternate dispute resolution (ADR) process relies too heavily on tort law without incorporating Aboriginal perspectives, has been arrived at without agreement or census of those affected, and may lead to re-victimization.
Based on presentation at Residential Schools Legacy: Is Reconciliation Possible? conference.
Looks at an urban Aboriginal reserve, within the city of Sydney, Nova Scotia which uses a business approach to government, management and socio-economic development.
Summarizes key findings into the steps taken by three First Nations communities to provide culturally appropriate early childhood training and care programs.
Indigenous Affairs, no. 1-2, Indigenous Women, 2004, pp. 4-7
Description
Introduction to journal issue featuring articles on the external social pressures which affect traditional gender structures and Indigenous women.
To access this article, scroll down to page 4.
Indigenous Affairs, no. 3, The UN Decade: Expectations and Realities, 2004, pp. 4-7
Description
Introduction to journal issue featuring articles assessing the impact of the UN Decade of Indigenous Peoples on Indigenous peoples around the world.
To access this article, scroll down to page 4.
Canadian Journal of Native Education, vol. 28, no. 1/2, Transformative Sites of Indigenous Education, 2004, pp. 1-7
Description
Special issue focuses on approaches to transformative activities in teaching, schooling and education, the critical need for significant change and to question current outcomes.
The Journal of Aboriginal Economic Development, vol. 4, no. 1, Special Edition: Value(s) Added: Sharing Voices on Aboriginal CED, Fall, 2004, pp. 31-33
Description
Introductory article highlights presentations by four keynote speakers at the Aboriginal Community Economic Development (CED) conference.
The Journal of Aboriginal Economic Development, vol. 4, no. 1, Special Edition: Value(s) Added: Sharing Voices on Aboriginal CED, Fall, 2004, pp. 73-77
Description
Provides highlights of the remaining presentations representing a range of theory and practice, models, sectors and locations.
Journal of the Canadian Association for Curriculum Studies, vol. 2, no. 1, Spring, 2004, pp. 21-[53]
Description
Tells the story of the Papaschase Cree Indian Reserve Number 136. Includes photos of Frank Oliver, editor of the Bulletin, his home, Betsy Brass, and a historical map of the reserve.
Proceedings of the Third Northern Research Forum ; 2004
The Resilient North: Human Responses to Global Change
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Colleen M. Davison
Description
Study aims to understand more about factors that impact the health and well-being of Aboriginal people in northern Canada.
Presentation from: Proceedings of the Third Northern Research Forum: The Resilient North: Human Responses to Global Change, Yellowknife, NWT, 2004.
Cultural Diversity and Education: Interface Issues
E-Books » Chapters
Author/Creator
David Philpott
Wayne Nesbit
Mildred Cahill
Gary Jeffrey
Description
Topics covered include culturally appropriate practices, academic achievement, blending qualitative and quantitative approaches, cognitive ability, current practices in First Nations schools, and the Nunavut model.
Excerpt from Cultural Diversity and Education: Interface Issues by David F. Philpott, Wayne C. Nesbit, Mildred F. Cahill, and Gary H. Jeffrey.
Research Highlight (Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation)
Research Highlight. Socio-economic Series ; 114
Research Report (Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation)
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies
Research Report (Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation)
Description
Explored four factors: impact on access to services, impact on service providers, perceptions of mobility as a problem by service recipients, and steps taken by organizations in response to this client group.
Includes research highlight and full report.