Policy Series (Frontier Centre for Public Policy) ; no. 39
[Aboriginal Governance Index, 2007-2008]
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Don Sandberg
Rebecca Walberg
Joseph Quesnel
Description
By ranking First Nation communities the researchers at the Frontier Centre for Public Policy analyze information intended to "help point [communities] in the direction of better governance practices."
Eagle Feather News, vol. 11, no. 7, July 2008, p. 19
Description
Introduces an art program that involves displaying art and sharing stories door to door in Regina's north end with the hope of engaging the residents in the arts.
Article located by scrolling to page 19.
Eagle Feather News, vol. 11, no. 1, January 2008, p. 2
Description
Looks at Elder Cora Thomson receiving the highest provincial honour, the Saskatchewan Order of Merit, and her sage advice to others.
Article located on page 2.
Discusses the creation and accomplishments of the Kitsaki Development Corporation, an economic development and investment arm of the La Ronge Indian Band.
Discusses five key elements needed for self-sufficiency: land and natural resources, capital and financing, human resource development, governmental environment, cultural and social environment, and organizational structure. Concludes with recommendations.
Discusses David Ahenakew, how the FSIN now needs to move forward to address social, economic and political issues, and again build a good working relationship with the federal and provincial governments.
Eagle Feather News, vol. 11, no. 4, April 2008, p. 18
Description
Looks at the success of the Community Legal Assistance Services for Saskatoon Inner City program and the recognition it has received.
Article located by scrolling to page 18.
Assembly of First Nations Environmental Stewardship Unit
Description
Looks at the projected climate change impacts to water resources and identifies possible adaptation strategies for those First Nations communities to cope with those changes.
Central Urban Métis Federation Incorporated Quietly Became a Force in the Community
Articles » General
Author/Creator
John Lagimodiere
Eagle Feather News, vol. 11, no. 5, May 2008, p. 14
Description
Looks at the many worthwhile services and programs offered by the Central Urban Métis Federation Incorporated including providing safe affordable housing.
Article located by scrolling to page 14.
Pimatisiwin, vol. 6, no. 1, Spring, 2008, pp. 137-160
Description
Examines the relationships between health, social exclusion, and receiving social assistance in Saskatchewan for Aboriginal (off-reserve), and non-
Aboriginal, single mothers.
Comments on the priorities of a health care workshop including fostering new working relationships and partnerships to generate ideas for improving health services in the north.
Eagle Feather News, vol. 11, no. 7, July 2008, p. 16
Description
Promotes June as Aboriginal History Month to profile First Nations and Métis heritage, history, and cultural contributions to Canadian society.
Article located by scrolling to page 16.