Suggests that the newly appointed Senator, Patrick Brazeau (34 years old), does not speak for First Nations people and the author argues that a valuable voice has been lost in future legislation that would improve life for First Nations people.
Native Studies Review, vol. 18, no. 1, 2009, pp. 139-167
Description
Discusses how the treaty process has successfully evolved through a series of institutional changes which include the development of effective working relationships between Canada, British Columbia and the First Nations Summit.
Aboriginal & Islander Health Worker Journal, vol. 33, no. 1, January/February 2009, pp. 16-17
Description
Summary of Baseline Evaluation Report provides snapshot of childbearing population revealing need for support and treatment, awareness raising, and professional education and training.
Aboriginal & Islander Health Worker Journal, vol. 33, no. 1, January/February 2009, p. 6
Description
Brief description of the statistical component for the innovative web resource designed to, 'close the gap' in health between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians.
American Journal of Public Health, vol. 99, Supplement 1, April 2009, pp. S77-S82
Description
Discusses ways to change research paradigm by introducing a community based model which includes building and sustaining collaborative relations, cultural implementation of programs, and spreading research findings from a tribal perspective.
Journal of Canadian Studies, vol. 43, no. 3, Fall, 2009, pp. 101-123, 245
Description
Discusses the Conservative and Liberal views of politicians regarding the federal Indian education policy, the administration of industrial schools, and the terrible conditions in the schools causing high mortality rates.
Contends that worldwide Indigenous peoples are gaining recognition and status and that the Canadian government has an important role to play in helping its Indigenous population preserve their culture and gain similar success.
Uses data from 2004-2005 Canadian Community Health Surveys and 2001 Aboriginal People's Survey for identifying demographic, socio-economic and geographic factors.
Documentary about a community radio station and the important role it plays in the Teetl'it Gwich'in town of Fort McPherson, Northwest Territories.
Duration : 1:06:11.
American Quarterly, vol. 33, no. 5, American Culture and the American Frontier, Winter, 1981, pp. 502-524
Description
Contends that the Cherokee Nation was perceived, manipulated, and distorted according to the society of the times, which had its own multiple and internal conflicts.
First part in series on Cheyenne use of the Thunderbird symbol in the beadwork of men's moccasins. Contains photographs of moccasins from the Bata Shoe Museum, displaying typical toe designs and other examples of Thunderbird use.
Contends that all people should work for a living and that any individual has the capability for success by following a few simple rules. Chief Clarence Louie of the Osoyoos Indian Band in the South Okanagan presents his band as an illustration of this success.
Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs, vol. 70, no. 6, November 2009, pp. 971-981
Description
Study shows that three categories of events (major childhood events, traumas, and witnessed violence) increased the odds of early substance use and substance-use disorder.
Pediatric Clinics of North America, vol. 56, no. 6, Health Issues in Indigenous Children: An Evidence Based Approach for the General Pediatrician, December 2009, pp. 1323-1342
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Compares chronic respiratory symptoms among selected Indigenous people with non-indigenous peers and reviews evidence for treatment.
Anglican Journal, vol. 135, no. 2, February 2009, p. 1,3
Description
Overview of a creative discussion guide, prepared by writers from Anglican, United and Presbyterian churches, that can be used to explore the issue of forced assimilation of First Nations through residential schools.
Pediatric Clinics of North America, vol. 56, no. 6, Health Issues in Indigenous Children: An Evidence Based Approach for the General Pediatrician, December 2009, pp. 1441-1459
Description
Lists key recommendations relating to issues pertaining to Type 2 diabetes.
Canadian Historical Review, vol. 90, no. 1, March 2009, pp. 71-98
Description
Looks at how Métis women and their families in Western Canada withdrew from Treaty Six to participate in the scrip program in order to gain economical benefits.
Contends that the Department of Indian Affairs has a plan to change the rules governing First Nations, but suggests that Native people should have the right to develop their own democratic self-government.