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Commentary (C.D. Howe Institute) ; no. 328
Commentary (C.D. Howe Institute). Education Papers
E-Books
Author/Creator
John Richards
Commentary (C.D. Howe Institute)
Aboriginal Quality of Life under a Modern Treaty: Lessons from the Experience of the Cree Nation of Eeyou Istchee and the Inuit of Nunavik
Alternate Title
Aboriginal Quality of Life [Series]
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Martin Papillon
IRPP Choices, vol. 14, no. 9, August 2008, pp. 1-26
Description
Reviews changes that have taken place since the signing of the James Bay and Northern Quebec Agreement using various indicators such as income, education, and life expectancy.
Annotated Bibliography: Bilingual Education
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Frances Abele
Katherine Graham
Description
Current as of 2010.
Related document: Literature Review: The Literature on Bilingual Education
Atuaqnik: The Duration and Demise of a Native Newspaper
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Robin McGrath
Native Studies Review, vol. 7, no. 1, 1991, pp. 94-102
Description
Looks at problems during the the life cycle of the independent, bilingual newspaper published in Northern Quebec between January 1979 and July 1980.
Avataq Cultural Institute
Web Sites » Organizations
Author/Creator
Avataq Cultural Institute
Description
Mandate is to serve cultural and language needs of Nunavik Inuit. Includes links to programs and projects, and a collection of art and handicrafts.
Between Two Worlds
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Rhonda Kokiapik
Canadian Woman Studies, vol. 14, no. 4, Women of the North, Fall, 1994, pp. 21-22
Description
Presents a college student's thoughts on living in a big city compared to a remote village.
Biculturalism in Post-Secondary Aboriginal Education: An Inuit Example
Theses
Author/Creator
Christopher Fuzessy
Description
Education Thesis (M.A.)--Concordia University, 1997.
Biculturalism in Postsecondary Inuit Education
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Christopher Fuzessy
Canadian Journal of Native Education, vol. 22, no. 2, 1998, pp. 201-209
Description
Studies a survey on a first semester group of postsecondary students and their bicultural identity.
Bring Hope and Restore Peace: A Study Report on the Life and Concerns of Inuit Women of Nunavik
E-Books
Author/Creator
Pascale Laneuville
Building Inuit Nunaat: The Inuit Action Plan
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami
Inuit Circumpolar Council (Canada)
Description
Looks at linkages between issues affecting Inuit and the existence of shared and overlapping responsibilities.
Canadian Colonialism: Inuit Schooling in Northern Quebec Prior to 1975
Theses
Author/Creator
Lisbeth Clemens
Description
Administration and Policy Studies Thesis, (M.A.)--McGill University, 1984.
Les Cérémonies de Remise de Diplômes au Nunavik
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Fabien Pernet
Études Inuit Studies, vol. 33, no. 1-2, Education and Transmission of Inuit Knowledge in Canada, 2009, pp. 225-243
Description
Discusses how Inuit worldviews and customs were incorporated into graduation ceremonies.
Co-constructing Early Childhood Programs Nourished by Inuit Worldviews
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Mary Caroline Rowan
Études Inuit Studies, vol. 38, no. 1-2, Cultures Inuit, Gouvernance et Cosmopolitiques / Inuit Cultures, Governance and Cosmopolitics, 2014, pp. 73-94
Description
Contends that Inuit approaches to child rearing should be incorporated into educator training programs.
Coming Down South to School: Northern Native Women in a Montreal College (John Abbott College)
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Linda Collier
Canadian Woman Studies, vol. 14, no. 4, Women of the North, Fall, 1994, p. 20
Description
Comments on the experiences of First Nation and Inuit women attending a southern college.
Communicative Interaction and Second Language Acquisition: An Inuit Example
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Martha B. Crago
TESOL Quarterly, vol. 26, no. 3, Autumn, 1992, pp. 487-505
Description
Study finding differences in style of interaction at home versus the classroom raised concerns about making the style of teaching more culturally congruent.
Considering a Framework for Inuit Child Care
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Mary Caroline Rowan
Canadian Journal of Native Education, vol. 32, no. 2, 2009, pp. 52-61, 117
Description
Discussion on incorporating local knowledge, values, directions, and Inuit approaches to early childhood curriculum development.
Considering Inuit Early Childhood Education - Draft
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Mary Caroline Rowan
Description
Presents updates from Early Childhood Development Working Group by region and looks at items from the National Inuit Early Childhood Education Gathering.
Contemporary Inuit Sculpture
Web Sites » Organizations
Author/Creator
National Gallery of Canada
Description
Teachers' lesson plans focus on 10 artists: Manasie Akpaliapik, Karoo Ashevak, Charlie Inukpuk, Mattiusi Iyaituk, Kiugak Ashoona, Osuitok Ipeelee, Lucy Tasseor Tutsweetok, Oviloo Tunnillie, Judas Ullulaq, and Natar Ungalaq.
Includes activities, artworks and artists, chronology and glossary.
Culturally Appropriate Care, A Multicultural Task: Assessing the Needs of Inuit Youth in the Care of Child Welfare Services
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Sarah L. Fraser
Cécile Rousseau
Rebecca Kasudluak
Pamela Burmester
Maria José Arauz
International Journal of Indigenous Health, vol. 9, no. 2, Inuit Health and Well-Being, 2012, pp. 38-49
Description
Study explored needs of Inuit youth in the care of child welfare services from perspective of educators, therapists, a cultural broker, and the youths themselves.
NOTE: Also published as Journal of Aboriginal Health, Summer, 2015.
Culturally Relevant Pedagogy in Nunavik
Theses
Author/Creator
Robert Morgan
Description
Education Leadership Thesis (M.Ed.)--Acadia University, 2017.
Do Aboriginal Students Benefit From Education in Their Heritage Language? Results From A Ten-Year Program of Research in Nunavik
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Donald M. Taylor
Stephen C. Wright
Canadian Journal of Native Studies, vol. 23, no. 1, 2003, pp. 1-24
Description
Focuses on the benefits of a bilingual Inuttitut education program for Inuit children in kindergarten, grades 1 and 2.
The Effect of Community-Level Factors on Suicide in Inuit Nunangat
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Chris Penney
Ellen Bobet
Éric Guimond
Sacha Senécal
Canadian Diversity=Diversitié canadienne, vol. 7, no. 3, One Path, Many Directions: The Complex and Diverse Nature of Contemporary Aboriginal Reality, Fall, 2009, pp. 77-84
Description
Looks at suicide rates in Inuit Nunangat from 1989 to 2003 using socio-cultural characteristics from the Census and Aboriginal Peoples Survey to compare community elements.
Scroll down to page 77 to read article.
The Elders of Nunavik – A Snapshot of the Socio-Economic Situation
Alternate Title
Nunivaat Analytics ; 2020 (1)
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Sébastien Lévesque
Gérard Duhaime
Description
Statistics for living arrangements, income, education, employment, and housing conditions.
Main source of data is the 2016 Canadian Census.
Employment in Nunavik: Profile and Trends
E-Books
Author/Creator
Sébastien Lévesque
Description
Aggregate statistics, as well as for each community in the region.
Highlights Nunavik Employment Profile and Trends at a Glance.
Engaging Inuit Men and Boys in Ending Violence Against Women and Girls: Gap Analysis
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Pauktuutit Inuit Women of Canada
Description
Describes the current state of crime and violence in Inuit communities and the programs and services that exist to reduce or eliminate violence against women and girls.
Evaluation of a Presecondary-Level Individualized Mathematics Program for Inuit Adults in Northern Quebec
Theses
Author/Creator
Tzippy Corber
Description
Educational Technology Thesis (M.A.)--Concordia University, 1988.
Exploring the Intersection of Education and Indigenous Status From a Social Determinants of Health Perspective: Parent and Family Engagement in Secondary School in Nunavik
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Nicole Ives
Vandna Sinha
International Indigenous Policy Journal, vol. 7, no. 4, Social Determinants of Indigenous Well-Being: Building a More Complete Understanding, October 2016, pp. 1-24
Description
Study looks at cultural relationships and educational engagement of Inuit parents, families, students, educators and community members in order to increase student retention.
Exploring the Possibilities of Learning Stories as a Meaningful Approach to Early Children Education in Nunavik
Theses
Author/Creator
Mary Caroline Rowan
Description
Human and Social Development Thesis (M.A.)--Trent University, 2011.
Formal Opinion on the Relevance of Developing a Ministerial Strategy for the Socio-professional Integration of First Nations and Inuit People
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Formal Opinion on the Relevance of Developing a Ministerial Strategy for the Socioprofessional Integration of First Nations and Inuit People
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
First Nations and Inuit Labour Market Advisory Committee, [Government of Quebec]
Description
Includes statistics on employment rate, (general and data disaggregated by sex, age group, and Aboriginal identity), education level, economic activity, occupational level, share of full-time work, and incidence of low income, as well as discussion of government programs and agreements, current employment services, and best practices in the area of employment and training.
Health Profile of Nunavik 2011: Demographic and Socioeconomic Conditions
E-Books
Author/Creator
Nunavik Regional Board of Health and Social Service
Institut National de Santé Publique du Québec
Health Profile of Nunavik: Demographic and Socioeconomic Conditions 2011: Highlights
E-Books
Author/Creator
Nunavik Regional Board of Health and Social Services
Institut National de Santé Publique du Québec
Identity and the Language of the Classroom: Investigating the Impact of Heritage Versus Second Language Instruction on Personal and Collective Self-Esteem
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Stephen C. Wright
Donald M. Taylor
Journal of Educational Psychology, vol. 87, no. 2, 1995, pp. 241-252
Description
Results from study involving Inuit, White, and mixed-heritage students living in a subarctic community suggest that it was more beneficial for minority students to be taught in their own language (Inuttitut) rather than English.
Indigenous Standards in Education: A Discussion Paper for the National Inuit Education Summit
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Silta Associates
Description
Summarizes successes and gaps within the education systems of each Inuit region.
The Innu: Another Cry for Help
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CBC-TV News in Review
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC)
News in Review, February 2001, pp. 18-30
Description
Overview of social problems and land claim demands.
Classroom lesson plan to accompany segment on DVD News in Review. February 2001.
Instructional Discourse of Inuit and Non-Inuit Teachers of Nunavik
Theses
Author/Creator
Alice Eriks-Brophy
Description
Communication Sciences and Disorders Thesis (Ph.D.)--McGill University, 1997.
Inuit Cultural Maintenance in Contemporary Nunavik
Theses
Author/Creator
Christopher Balfour James Mount
Description
Culture and Values in Education Thesis (Ph.D.)--McGill University, 2012.
Inuit Education in Alberta and Nunavik (Canada)
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Michelle Daveluy
Études/Inuit/Studies, vol. 33, no. 1-2, Education and Transmission of Inuit Knowledge in Canada, 2009, pp. 173-190
Description
Compares differences in educational policy approaches between Alberta, Nunavut and Nunavik.
Inuit Educational and Language Programs in Nouveau Quebec 1912-1991
Theses
Author/Creator
Brian Callaghan
Description
Educational Foundations Thesis (M.Ed.)--University of Alberta, 1992.
Inuit Nunangat Region Community Well-Being Scores by Census Year [1981-2016]
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Indigenous Services Canada
Description
Ratings determined by income, educational attainment, housing conditions and labour force participation.
Inuit-Specific Tuberculosis (TB) Strategy
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami
Description
Discusses prevention, control, and care programs in the Inuit regions of Canada.
Inuit Values in Adult Education: A Nunavik Case Study
Theses
Author/Creator
Christopher Balfour James Mount
Description
Culture and Values in Education Thesis (M.A.)--McGill University, 2001.
Inuit Youth in Canada
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Franco Buscemi
Indigenous Affairs, no. 3-4, Indigenous Youth, 2005, pp. 60-66
Description
Looks at various activities of youth organizations across northern Canada.
To access this article, scroll down to page 60.
An Investigation of Teachers' Role Definitions in Nunavik
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Christopher Fuzessy
Canadian Journal of Native Education, vol. 27, no. 2, 2003, pp. 195-207
Description
Study examines perceived roles in educating Inuit students. Data suggests teacher role definitions may have positive and negative effects on students through classroom and community interactions.
ITK Education Initiative, Education Accord and Summit Report
Alternate Title
Discussion Paper for the National Inuit Education Summit
Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami: Education ...
National Inuit Education Summit
Report on the Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami Education Initiative
Web Sites » Organizations
Author/Creator
National Inuit Education Summit
Description
Contains links to seven reports: 1) Education Accord - in Syllabics 2) Education Accord - in English 3) Education Summit Report 4) Indigenous Standards in Education 5) Inuit Early Childhood Education and Care 6) Partnering with Parents and Communities and 7) Post-Secondary Case Studies in Inuit Education.
James Bay and Northern Quebec Agreement (JBNQA)
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
[Government of Quebec
Government of Canada
Grand Council of the Crees
Hydro-Quebec
Northern Quebec Inuit Association]
Description
Text of the agreement which deals with territorial and financial issues.
The Labor Market of First Nations and Inuit of Quebec: Current Situation and Trends 2019
Alternate Title
The Labour Market of First Nations and Inuit of Quebec: Current Situation and Trends 2019
E-Books
Author/Creator
Normand Roy
Description
Primary source is 2016 Canadian Census, with supplemental information from the Labour Force Survey.
Labour Market Conditions for First Nations and Inuit in Quebec: Current Situation and Trends
Alternate Title
Labor Market Conditions for First Nations and Inuit in Quebec: Current Situation and Trends
E-Books
Author/Creator
Régent Chamard
Language Use and Language Socialization in Bilingual Homes in Inuit Communities
Theses
Author/Creator
Clair Chen
Description
Communication Sciences and Disorders Thesis (M.Sc.)--McGill University, 1997.
Learning Stories: Expanding Possibilities for Inuktitut Language & Literacy at a Nunavik Child Care Centre
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Mary Caroline Rowan
Northern Public Affairs, vol. 2, no. 2, Literacy & Democracy, December 2013, pp. 44-48
Description
Discussion on innovative uses for narrative assessment in a child care setting.