Researcher examined data on file with the agency and conducted interviews in order to produce a profile those who use the program. Report forms part of the Bridges and Foundations Project on Urban Aboriginal Housing.
Findings of a study undertaken to determine the needs of this sector of the population. Report forms part of the Bridges and Foundations Project on Urban Aboriginal Housing.
Examines program and research conducted to determine the impact participants perceive the program had on health and well-being. Outcome indicators for the program are suggested.
Research into solutions which would close gap between price of housing and financial status. Report forms part of the Bridges and Foundations Project on Urban Aboriginal Housing.
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 examines disparities in quality of life between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal peoples and how this relates to the housing sector. Report forms part of the Bridges and Foundations Project on Urban Aboriginal Housing.
Outlines structure of the program and makes recommendations to increase participation of First Nations and Métis in residential construction industry. Report forms part of the Bridges and Foundations Project on Urban Aboriginal Housing.
Eagle Feather News, vol. 10, no. 5, May 2007, p. 15
Description
Comments on an annual Aboriginal education conference that features workshops and speakers including keynote speaker Dr. Marie Battiste.
Article located by scrolling to page 15.
Canadian Art, vol. 24, no. 2, Summer, 2007, pp. 44-48
Description
Discusses the many themes, including forgiveness, which run through the versatile artist's work and discusses the exhibition held at the University of Saskatchewan entitled Buffalo Boy's Heart On: Buffalo Boy's 100 Years of Wearing His Heart on His Sleeve.
Results found that programing was adequate for the Aboriginal community but there were barriers to the overall delivery of sports and recreation programs.
Community Housing And Design Options: Final Report
E-Books
Author/Creator
Saskatoon & Region Home Builders' Association
Description
Presents results of a workshop held February, 2004 and recommendations for increasing the affordable housing available to Aboriginal people in Saskatoon. Report forms part of the Bridges and Foundations Project on Urban Aboriginal Housing.
Presents the methodology and results of a survey conducted in Saskatoon's five core neighbourhoods. Report forms part of the Bridges and Foundations Project on Urban Aboriginal Housing.
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.
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.
Examines goals and structure of pilot project to provide affordable rental accommodations in Pleasant Hill area of Saskatoon. Report forms part of the Bridges and Foundations Project on Urban Aboriginal Housing.
Belonging? Diversity, Recognition and Shared Citizenship in Canada
The Art of the State Series ; no. 3
E-Books » Chapters
Author/Creator
Evelyn J. Peters
Description
Chapter from the book Belonging? Diversity, Recognition and Shared Citizenship in Canada edited by Keith Banting, Thomas J. Courchene and F. Leslie Seidle.
Results of interviews conducted with 63 principal householders involved in the program. Report forms part of the Bridges and Foundations Project on Urban Aboriginal Housing.
Assesses community-based program, which provides prenatal and postnatal support to high-risk women, by examining similar programs and relevant literature.
Eagle Feather News, vol. 10, no. 9, September 2007, p. 11
Description
Looks at changing the teaching model and renewing the program in an effort to modernize the Native Studies department.
Article located by scrolling to page 11.
Management and Coordination of Apprenticeship Training Opportunities for Aboriginal Students in Residential Construction: Final Report
E-Books
Author/Creator
Saskatoon & Region Home Builders' Association Inc.
Description
Discusses aspects of the program such as recruitment, placement, profiles of participants and outcomes. Report forms part of the Bridges and Foundations Project on Urban Aboriginal Housing.
Eagle Feather News, vol. 10, no. 3, March 2007, p. 17, 22
Description
Brief interview with the principal of a new school in a core neighborhood and her pride of her Métis roots.
Article located by scrolling to page 17 and 22.
Study gathered background information on the current situation in the city, examined successful projects and made recommendations to improve housing after consultations with elders.
Report forms part of the Bridges and Foundations Project on Urban Aboriginal Housing.
Survey conducted to assess the gap between what is now available and what is required by this sector of the population. Report forms part of the Bridges and Foundations Project on Urban Aboriginal Housing.
Information gathered to determine causes and dynamics of movement between the reserve and Saskatoon, as well as to assess the needs of urban band members. Report forms part of the Bridges and Foundations Project on Urban Aboriginal Housing.
Supports the Cree Nation's proposal of a wellness centre, which will include a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) clinic, on the urban reserve land in Saskatoon.
Eagle Feather News, vol. 10, no. 12, December 2007, p. 8
Description
Comments on a function held by the Federation of Saskatchewan Indian Nations, Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority and Dakota Dunes Casino to raise funds for theSaskatoon Food Bank.
Article located by scrolling to page 8.