Journal of Educational Administration and Foundations, vol. 21, no. 2, 2010, pp. 19-34
Description
Examines historical, legal and socio-economic factors related to achievement gaps between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal education and discusses ways to improve experience & outcomes for Aboriginal students attending provincial and First Nations managed schools.
Includes two annotated bibliographies which review emerging literature and identify any gaps or areas for further study, steps to organize a memorial march and a list of women's organizations in Saskatchewan.
Eagle Feather News, vol. 10, no. 9, September 2007, p. 14
Description
Comments on the sixth annual event, which focuses on the housing crisis in Saskatchewan, and the organizations that are working towards alleviating the situation.
Article located by scrolling to page 14.
Study focuses on the success of programs designed to increase the Aboriginal workforce by analyzing efforts made among partners to improve representation.
Power point presentation given at the Aboriginal Health Transition Fund Conference, Sharing of Wisdom Keepers: Translating the AHTF Experience, June 9 - 10, 2010.
Eagle Feather News, vol. 10, no. 1, January 2007, p. 7
Description
Short report on how the merger of two, rural credit unions with Saskatoon Credit Union won't lessen their commitment to Aboriginal people.
To access article, scroll down to page 7.
Eagle Feather News, vol. 10, no. 1, January 2007, p. 2
Description
Announcement regarding Canadian government support for a new training and employment program for the post-secondary institution.
To access article, scroll down to page 2.
Eagle Feather News, vol. 10, no. 10, October 2007, p. 15
Description
Looks at a project, My Home III and My Home IV, that provides housing for young women at risk due to negative lifestyles.
Article located by scrolling to page 15.
Eagle Feather News, vol. 10, no. 6, June 2007, p. 8
Description
Introduces Dr. Jo-Ann Episkenew, a new member of the Lung Association of Saskatchewan, and her intention to work towards improving the health of First Nations and Métis people.
Article located by scrolling to page 8.
Methodological Series (Department of Justice Canada, Research and Statistics Division)
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Peter Kitchen
Description
Saskatoon portion of study found that Aboriginal people, lone-parents and low income families were vulnerable to violent and major property crimes. High Crime Areas were clustered on west side of inner city.
Provides background information and set of recommendations about issues in the areas of supporting families, prevention, awareness and public education, and improving responses to missing persons cases,
Native Social Work Journal, vol. 6, no. 1, Resistance and Resiliency: Addressing Historical Trauma of Aboriginal Peoples, March 2007, pp. 57-77
Description
Looks at the life story of resistance and resiliency of a First Nations woman against multiple forms of oppression and her concern for the improved well-being of Aboriginal people with disabilities.
Report of panel struck in 2010 to conduct a comprehensive review of the child welfare system in Saskatchewan and make recommendations for improvements.