International Journal of Canadian Studies, no. 39-40, Culture - Natures in Canada, 2009, pp. 253-279
Description
Discusses the historical process which has led to the destruction of many of the Blood sacred sites and explains how repatriation and protection are necessary, since their relationship with the land is essential to their culture and spirituality.
Aboriginal Culture as Intervention: Sharing How Aboriginal Culture is Part of the Healing Journey From Addictions
[Honoring Our Strengths: Aboriginal Culture as Intervention in Addictions Treatment]
[Honouring Our Strengths: Aboriginal Culture as Intervention in Addictions Treatment]
Media » Film and Video
Author/Creator
Stacey Swampy
Description
Man discusses his life and the role culture has played in his recovery from addiction and violence.
Duration: 48:58.
Part of project headed by Dr. Colleen Dell, University of Saskatchewan Research Chair in Substance Abuse.
Excellent teacher resource includes links to information and videos about the following topics: worldviews, oral traditions, Elders, culture and language, kinship, Aboriginal and treaty rights, healing historical trauma, symbolism and traditions, connection to land, Indigenous pedagogy, well-being, and traditional environmental knowledge.
Related material: Talking Together: A Discussion Guide.