Looks at self-governance from general Aboriginal perspective and unique position of the Métis. Briefly discusses different governance models, agreements, and local, regional and provincial representation.
Describes various fiscal arrangements between federal, provincial and Aboriginal governments, discusses general set of principles which should underlie the design of transfer mechanisms, and assesses whether alternative financing models would comply with those principles.
American Indian Quarterly, vol. 19, no. 1, Winter, 1995, pp. 75-89
Description
Article examines different telling of the Hopi origins narrative, discusses the different elements and what they might say about Hopi culture. Considers different characters in the story and explores the cultural understanding of them as heroes/villains.
Quill & Quire, vol. 61, no. 12, December 1995, p. 10
Description
Looks at some of the institutions and people who are publishing and the reasons for publishing, for example, the Yinka-Dene Language Institute is publishing to preserve the Carrier-Sekani language, history, and culture.
National Conference on Injury prevention and Control ; 1st, 1995
Articles » General
Aboriginal and Islander Health Worker Journal, vol. 19, no. 4, July/August 1995, pp. 20-21
Description
Very brief description of major issues and existing strategies, including substance abuse, stress through overcrowding, poor housing, and the effect of levels of mental health and social health. Concludes with recommendations.
The Canadian Geographer, vol. 39, no. 2, 1995, pp. 120-130
Description
Seven characteristics of economic development are identified, current development theories considered and the partnership of the Meadow Lake Tribal Council and Millar Western is described.
Scientific Panel for Sustainable Forest Practices in Clayoquot Sound
Description
Looks at a framework for developing new forest practices standards that include Nuu-Chah-Nulth participation in co-managing the area and its resources by using their knowledge and personal experience.
Economic evaluation of three principal federal-provincial funding agreements: The Contribution Agreement Between the Government of Canada and the Government of Newfoundland for the Benefit of the Innu Communities of Labrador: 1991-1996, The Contribution Agreement Between the Government of Canada and the Government of Newfoundland for the Benefit of the Inuit Communities of Labrador: 1989-1994, and The Canada-Newfoundland-Native-Peoples-of-Labrador Health Agreement: 1984-85.
Aboriginal & Islander Health Worker Journal, vol. 4, no. 3, September 1980, pp. 32-33
Description
Describes a social support initiative that provides temporary care for young Aboriginal children whose parents are incapacitated by hospitalization or other situations.
Studies in American Indian Literatures, vol. 7, no. 1, Series 2, Spring, 1995, pp. 97-101
Description
Forum includes:
From the ASAIL President.
ASAIL Sessions at ALA, Baltimore, 26-28 May 1995.
Book Review Editor Announced.
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Studies in American Indian Literatures, vol. 7, no. 2, Series 2, Summer, 1995, pp. 45-72
Description
Forum includes:
Lonesome Duck: The Blueing of a Texas-American Myth.
Mourning Dove: Editing in All Directions to "Get Real".
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Studies in American Indian Literatures, vol. 7, no. 3, Series 2: Contemporary American Indian Poetry, Fall, 1995, pp. 71-74
Description
Forum includes:
Upcoming Sessions at MLA (Chicago, December 1995).
Call for Papers.
1995 Native Writers’ Circle Awards.
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Studies in American Indian Literatures, vol. 7, no. 4, Series 2, Winter, 1995, pp. 88-90
Description
Forum includes:
Upcoming Sessions at MLA (Chicago, December 1995).
Call for Submissions.
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Child Welfare, vol. 74, no. 3, May 1995, pp. 525-[546]
Description
Surveys academic and nonacademic literature covering topics such as difficulty in providing service, relationship with welfare services and the state, and perspectives on child maltreatment.
Native Studies Review, vol. 10, no. 2, 1995, pp. 77-95
Description
Outlines four major change agents operating on Aboriginal political organizations on the prairies: external politics; internal politics; negotiation of ethno-Aboriginal identities; perceived effectiveness of the organizations.
Brief discussion of restorative justice and sentencing circles.
Note: This is a sample article from the publication. Subscriptions are available from the Native Law Centre.
American Indian Culture and Research Journal, vol. 19, no. 2, 1995, pp. 85-109
Description
Examines Vizenor's trickster myths in Summer in the Spring: Anishinaabe Lyric Poems and Stories which was published in The Progress, the first reservation newspaper published in Minnesota.
American Antiquity, vol. 60, no. 1, January 1995, pp. 131-159
Description
Examines the U.S.A. Federal Archeological Resources Protection Act and the GE Mound case, which was the first prosecution and conviction of a group of looters.
Studies in American Indian Literatures, vol. 7, no. 1, Series 2, Spring, 1995, pp. 3-24
Description
Looks at how Laguna coyote stories convey the complementarity of gender roles and respect for the strength, power, and intelligence of women.
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Studies in American Indian Literatures, vol. 7, no. 2, Series 2, Summer, 1995, pp. 17-24
Description
Examines how new structures of human relationships are formed to replace traditional ones in Louise Erdrich's The Beet Queen.
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International Journal of Canadian Studies, no. 12, Aboriginal Peoples and Canada, Fall, 1995, pp. [262]-275
Description
Looks at the role space related issues play in land claims and sovereignty. Suggests topics for future research.
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American Indian Culture and Research Journal, vol. 19, no. 4, 1995, pp. 213-229
Description
Discussion of John Neihardt's religious beliefs at the time of his meeting with Black Elk and on the book Black Elk Speaks, which is based on interviews and chronicles the key events in the Oglala Sioux man's life.
This news release announces that the Glenbow Museum has acquired the archival collection of Oliver B. Buell, a distinguished CPR photographer during the late 19th century. Among the significant documents is an important letter written by Louis Riel on 1 August 1885, at the time of his trial for treason, and photographs taken by Buell at Riel's trial include a courtroom scene and portraits of Riel's defense lawyers.