Eagle Feather News, vol. 11, no. 6, June 2008, p. 13
Description
Comments on three First Nation journalists who cover a variety of stories, including First Nation issues, on the radio, television and newspaper.
Article located by scrolling to page 13.
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.
Image of a large group of "Cree Indians" posing for the camera. Many are wearing ceremonial dance outfits, and six men sit around a powwow drum in the foreground.
The Face Pullers: Photographing Native Canadians, 1871-1939
Images » Photographs
Description
Black and White photograph of a group of Cree men women and children, some in traditional costumes, taken near Regina, SK. Unused photograph from the book The Face Pullers: Photographing Native Canadians, 1871-1939 by Brock Silversides.
From Truth to Reconciliation: Transforming the Legacy of Residential Schools
E-Books » Chapters
Author/Creator
Beverley Jacobs
Andrea J. Williams
Description
Describes the findings of the Sisters in Spirit initiative and work with grieving families.
Chapter from From Truth to Reconciliation: Transforming the Legacy of Residential Schools edited by Marlene Brant Castellano.
File contains a report of the proceedings of a conference of the Metis of Saskatchewan, hosted by Premier T. C. Douglas on 30 July 1946. They discuss issues facing the Metis after WW II and organizational difficulties. The minister of Social Welfare was present, as were two people from his department. The goal of the CCF was to address the needs of the Metis who were deemed "underpriviledged" by Premier Douglas.
Eagle Feather News, vol. 11, no. 12, December 2008, p. 29
Description
Looks at the First Nation and Métis Awareness Night, hosted by the Regina Pats hockey team, including highlights such as the national anthem being sung in Cree and a ceremonial puck drop.
Article located by scrolling to page 29.
Eagle Feather News, vol. 11, no. 6, June 2008, p. 7
Description
Comments on an indigenous vegetable garden, planted near the First Nations University of Canada in partnership with the Street Culture group, designed to engage youth in an activity that would promote healthy lifestyle choices.
Article located by scrolling to page 7.
Canadian Journal of Nursing Research, vol. 40, no. 1, In-home and Community Care for Seniors / Le soin des ainés à la maison et dans la communauté, 2008, pp. 112-125
Description
Based on interviews with 103 women, study supports need for primary health professionals to offer postnatal screening for women who may be at risk for postpartum depression .