Discussion on the development of the Federal Framework for Aboriginal Economic Development; recent Federal measures including the Northern Strategy; a series of agreements between government and Aboriginal communities, including self-government and Comprehensive Land Claims Agreements; and examines how they can play a central role in strengthening the northern economy.
Examines the high cancer rates in Inuit populations and highlights challenges to receiving care, from diagnosis through to survivorship or palliative care.
Northern Review, no. 47, Dealing with Resource Development in Canada's North, August 03, 2018, pp. 59-78
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Article analyzes the impacts of the Raglan and Voisey’s Bay mines on business and employment rates in Nunavik and Nunatsiavut. Authors present the design, methodology, and results of a three-year study; examine trends, policy insights and possibilities for future research.