Briefly reviews recent history, describes geography and current demographics of Nunavut, discusses traditional knowledge and its importance in Inuit society, and makes recommendations for future actions.
Studies in American Indian Literatures, vol. 13, no. 1, Series 2; Representations of American Indians in Contemporary Narrative Fiction Film , Spring, 2001, pp. [23]-42
Description
Contends that the film creates an intersection or "frontier" where the Aboriginal and the non-Aboriginal worlds meet, and in so doing subverts commonly held perceptions and attitudes.
Entire issue on one pdf. To access article, scroll down to appropriate page.
English Studies in Canada , vol. 32, no. 1, [Guilt], March 2006, pp. 105-123
Description
Examines recent attempts at reconciliation that reflect a current sensibility of revisiting Canadian history. The author also looks at the role guilt plays in Aboriginal writings and how public discussion appropriates and transforms that guilt.
Teacher's guide with detailed unit plans, based on a thematic approach to the novel. The guide is primarily aimed at adult learners, but could be used for high school classes.
Anglican Journal, vol. 132, no. 10, December 2006, p. 13
Description
Discusses Reverend James C. Barlow, dean of St. Jude's Cathedral in Iqaluit, and the challenges he faced replacing the igloo-shaped church that burned down in 2005.
[Microbehavior and Macroresults:Proceedings of the Tenth Biennial Conference of the International Institute ofFisheries Economics and Trace
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
David C. Natcher
Description
Discusses a self-improving management system which is facilitating an assessment of forest management as it relates directly to Little Red River/Tall Cree culture and their continued land use needs.
Native American playwright speaks about experience in Mexico at the 30th International Theatre Institute World Congress in Tampico, Tamaulipas, Mexicio.
CMAJ: Canadian Medical Association Journal, vol. 174, no. 7, March 28, 2006, pp. 979-982
Description
Discussion of 2006 exhibition entitled Norval Morrisseau: Shaman Artist held at the National Art Gallery of Canada which featured 59 works spanning 1958-2002.
American Indian Culture and Research Journal, vol. 30, no. 1, Special Issue on New Directions in American Indian Autobiography, 2006, pp. 67-86
Description
This article examines the autobiography,The Seven Visions of Bull Lodge, as Told by His Daughter, Garter Snake. In the book, Bull Lodge narrates his life story about his youth who becomes a warrior.
Arctic, vol. 33, no. 3, September 1980, pp. 487-504
Description
Looks at artifactual, faunal and midden deposit information in the study of fall and winter settlements by examining eight Thule winter houses around Lake Harbour.
Reveals an action plan in response to the serious threat that HIV/AIDS poses for First Nations people and their communities.
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