Social Indicators Research, vol. 85, no. 1, January 2008, pp. 39-52
Description
Discusses the various social indicators employed in the seven Bridges and Foundations Project surveys, which probed into the views of local Aboriginal residents reguarding quality of life, living conditions and affordable housing.
Relates personal conversations held with Brandon, a student involved in a talking circle, about mathematics and discusses contributing factors to students success.
Presents results of six weeks of fact-finding conducted from January to July 2016, interviews and correspondence with police, and complaint mechanisms from August 2016 to January 2017.
Eagle Feather News, vol. 11, no. 2, February 2008, p. 8
Description
Introduction to the Student Wellness Initiative Toward Community Health (SWITCH) program and comments on it having received a federal award.
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Keynote speaker discusses the importance of knowing how to live off the land and the confidence these skills give you in other aspects of life.
Duration: 38:23.
Methods included literature review, "talking circles" to engage parents and students in discussion, visits to schools in Edmonton and Winnipeg, and analysis and categorization of information. Goal was to develop practical ideas which could be incorporated into day-to-day operations.
Summary of discussions, during May and June of 2005, between the Department of Canadian Heritage and Aboriginal people to develop practical strategies for working in areas where the mandate, expertise and experience of the Department coincide with Aboriginal aspirations.
Eagle Feather News, vol. 11, no. 10, October 2008, p. 28
Description
Discusses the annual Canadian Sisters in Spirit March which helps to raise awareness of violence against Aboriginal women and honour missing and murdered Aboriginal women.
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Women and Youth Entrepreneurship Symposium Works to Connect Youth and the Business Sector
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Author/Creator
Mike Gosselin
Eagle Feather News, vol. 11, no. 5, May 2008, p. 17
Description
Looks at the first annual symposium designed to match skilled workers with employment and entrepreneurial opportunities.
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Eagle Feather News, vol. 11, no. 5, May 2008, p. 10
Description
Looks at a partnership developed to help Aboriginal people, both on and off-reserve, have healthier lifestyles.
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