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Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami
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Looks at the origin of culture and language, earliest history, and Inuit today in four Inuit regions.
Aa-Wiichaautuwiihkw: Coming Together to Walk Together. Creating a Culturally Appropriate Watershed and Marine Protected Area in Paakumshumwaau (Old Factory) James Bay, Quebec ; Year 3
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Shu Yi Chu
Jodie Martinson
Valerie Crystal
Anna Usborne
Sophie Lefrançois ... [et al.]
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Final report of three-year research project. Looks at what needs to be protected and what is offered for marine protection by the federal government.
Aboriginal Geographical Names of Canada: An Annotated Bibliography = La toponymie autochtone du Canada: Une bibliographie annotée
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Albertina Pianarosa
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Lists books, theses, journal articles, and government publications with alphabetical index by groups and languages and geographical locations.
3rd edition. Text in English and French.
Aboriginal Peoples and Canada's Parks and Protected Areas
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Canada Parks Council
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Case studies from across Canada dealing with creation and management of protected areas.
Aboriginal Place Names
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Indian and Nothern Affairs Canada
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Sample of some the many geographic names with Aboriginal origins.
Access to Health Services as a Social Determinant of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Health
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Social Determinants of Health
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National Collaborating Centre For Aboriginal Health (NCCAH)
Description
Looks at geographic, socio-economic, and cultural barriers to health services and strategies to improve services.
Alaska Native Place Names
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Alaska Native Language Archive
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Includes English name, Native name, language and source of verification. Approximately 270 entries.
American Indian mtDNA and Y: Chromosome Genetic Data: A Comprehensive Report of Their Use in Migration and Other Anthropological Studies
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Peter N. Jones
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Looks at new research, in the fields of anthropology and molecular genetics, to study biological affiliation and historic population movements.
Archaeology of the Pueblo Revolt and the Formation of the Modern Pueblo World
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Matthew Liebmann
Robert W. Preucel
Description
Examines the aftermath of the colonial uprising in New Mexico and the radical changes it instigated in Pueblo culture and society.
Bibliography of American Indians and the Environment in Prehistoric Western Oregon
Alternate Title
American Indians and the Environment in Prehistoric Western Oregon
Ethnographic Bibliographies No. 7
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Don Macnaughtan
Description
Annotated bibliography of the Willamette, Umpqua and Rogue Valleys.
Bibliography of Sources on Dena’ina and Cook Inlet Anthropology through 2016, Final Version 4.3
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James Kari
Alan Boraas
Aaron Leggett
R. Greg Dixon
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Extensive list (169 p.) features a wide array of "grey literature" sources from Alaska state and federal agencies, tribal groups, and privately produced publications.
Bringing the Past to Life: Extracting Spatial Information from Historical Maps for a Digital Atlas of American Indian Treaties and Territories
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Daniel G. Cole
William J. Gribb
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Project had three main objectives: access to land tenure and population statistics for U.S. tribal groups, create maps in digital form referenced to the U.S. Geological Survey maps, and to create a printed atlas from information collected.
The Business Case for a Northern Economic Infrastructure System
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Fiscal Realities Economists
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Observations made that would support public investment in infrastructure to support resource development in the north.
Canadian Arctic Shipping: Issues and Perspectives
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Occasional Paper Series (International Centre for Northern Governance and Development) ; v.11-01
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Author/Creator
Adam Lajeunesse
Will Russell
A. E. Johnston
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Assessment of Arctic shipping potential in Canada, the benefits of potential increases in Arctic shipping and growth in Arctic cruise tourism.
Canadian Indigenous Place Name Legislation and Policies
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Author/Creator
David Laidlaw
Description
Discusses entities currently responsible for official place names and their processes, and some of the practicalities which need to be addressed when reverting to the Indigenous names.
Cancer-Related Health Behaviors and Health Service Use Among Inuit and Other Residents of Canada's North
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SEDAP Research Paper No. 248
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James Ted McDonald
Ryan Trenholm
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Uses data from 2004-2005 Canadian Community Health Surveys and 2001 Aboriginal People's Survey for identifying demographic, socio-economic and geographic factors.
Case Study: A Geographic Information System (GIS) as a Tool for First Nations Housing Management, Planning and Safety
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Research Highlight (Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation)
Research Highlight. Socio-economic Series ; 07-005
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Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC)
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Summarizes case study of Cree Nation of Mistissini's implementation and ongoing use of GIS.
"Centre from Which Underground Passages Radiate": Understanding Metaphysical Tunnels in a Stó:lõ Spiritual Geography
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Margaret Robbins
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Project created to understand the Stó:lõ people by mapping and documenting the tunnel stories to produce a holistic view of their connection to sacred and physical geography. Project for Ethnohistory Field School 2009.
Emergency Management in the Arctic: The Context Explained
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Meredith Kravitz
Vanessa Gastaldo
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Discussions on the emergency preparedness needs of northern Indigenous communities with highlights of key issues and obstacles for success including geography, population density, infrastructure, communications, and climate change.
An Explorer's Guide to Treaties in Manitoba: An Exercise in Mapping Skills
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Treaty Relations Commission of Manitoba
Description
Activities teach about types of maps, using a map grid, absolute and relative location, latitude and longitude, reading a key, determining directions, etc. Maps appear at end of document.
Final Report: Historical Place Names: A Case Study of Three Townships on the County of Peterborough
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Ellery Leitch
Subitha Premkumar
Kathleen Watt
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Study of the origin and meaning of names of bodies of water and some land forms, and changes to them which occurred in Curve Lake First Nation and municipalities of North Kawartha, and Cavendish, Galway-Harvey.
First Nations Cancer Control in Canada Baseline Report
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Canadian Partnership Against Cancer
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Looks at barriers to health service delivery, coordination of care, patient identification, community awareness, and cancer education. Provides overview as of June 2012.
First Nations Resource Use on the Northwest Coast: Investigations into Geography, Ecology, Knowledge and Resource Management
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Forests for the Future ; Unit 3
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Author/Creator
Scott McKeen
Description
Recommended for Grades 9-10 social Studies.
From Under the Bow: A Redefinition of the Purpose and Potential of Museums for Society in the Digital Age
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Danika E. Scevers
Description
"This essay examines the legacy of colonialism in museums and, in combination with social digitization trends, its impact on current museum attendance trends".
Honors paper towards undergraduate degree in History and Geography--Texas Christian University, 2014.
The Geography of the Tsimshian Indians
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G. A. Dorsey
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Maps the villages according to rivers, coast and island.
Global Indigeneities Views From Near and Far
Alternate Title
Global Encounters Initiative
Itineraries of Exchange: Cultural Contact in a Global Frame
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Linc Kesler
Larry Grant
Coll Thrush
Neil Safier
Shaunee Casavant
Nika Collison
Tirso Gonzaez
Sheryl Lightfoot
Description
Webcast of Global Encounters Initiative Symposium called Itineraries of Exchange: Cultural Contact in a Global Frame held at the University of British Columbia, March 4-6, 2010. Panel discussion begins at 36:41.
Duration: 2:24:18.
Good Practices Guide: Success in Building and Keeping an Aboriginal Mapping Program
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Centre for Indigenous Environmental Resources (CIER)
Description
Profiles various mapping practices that lead to success when implementing geomatics programs in Canada.
Guide to the Preparation of Statements of Significance for Historic Sites
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Government of the Northwest Territories
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Guidebook is designed to help both heritage professionals and ordinary citizens write statements of significance.
The Health and Well-being of Aboriginal People in British Columbia
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Report on the Health of British Columbians: Provincial Health Officer’s Annual Report 2001
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Office of the Provincial Health Officer [British Columbia]
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Looks at health status, community environments, healthy growth and development, physical environment, health services, and disease and injury prevention. Identifies areas where significant health benefits can be made.
Related material: Pathways to Health and Healing (Second Report).
Idaa Trail: Lessons from the Land: Teacher's Guide & Lesson Plans
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[Wendy Stephenson
Barb Cameron
Ray Lake
Donna Mulders. Mark Heyck]
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For use with website featuring a collection of online explorations based on travel routes of Northwest Territories' Aboriginal peoples.
Indigenous Language Usage
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2011 Census Paper Series
CAEPR Indigenous Population Project 2011 Census Papers ; no. 1
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Nicholas Biddle
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Discusses geographic and demographic distribution, variation across Australia, and changes over time.
Indigenous Naming Activities in Canada
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Activities Relating to the Working Group on Geographical Names as Cultural Heritage
United Nations Group of Experts on Geographical Names ; 29th session, 2016
Working Paper (Working Group on Geographical Names as Cultural Heritage) ; no. 70/16
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Kristina Kwiatkowsk
Description
Outlines initiatives undertaken by the Geographical Names Board of Canada.
Indigenous Peoples Atlas of Canada: Teacher's Guide
Alternate Title
Canadian Geographic Indigenous Peoples Atlas of Canada: Teacher's Guide
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Author/Creator
Canadian Geographic Education
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Includes discussion questions and activity ideas for each volume of the atlas.
A Literature Review Pertaining to the Employment of Women in Northwestern Ontario: Coordination, Communication and Capacity Project
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Maryanne Geddes
Marina Robinson
Rosalind Lockyer
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Reports elements of population change, age of population, and migration patterns.
Module 1: Introduction to the Circumpolar World
Alternate Title
University of the Arctic - BCS 100
[Bachelor of Circumpolar Studies (BCS) 100: Introduction to the Circumpolar World]
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[Bruce Forbes
Steve Young]
Description
Used with University of the Arctic class. Gives overview of the class, explains North Circumpolar Region map, and defines terms used for areas in the Far North.
Module 2: Northern Perceptions
Alternate Title
BCS 100: Introduction to the Circumpolar North
[Bachelor of Circumpolar Studies (BCS) 100: Introduction to the Circumpolar World]
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Author/Creator
Alec E. Aitken
Description
Discusses various methods used to define boundaries of the circumpolar North, concepts of nordicity based on astronomical, physical, biological features and cultural identity, and compares biophysical and socio-economic conditions in different areas.
Developed for class delivered by the University of the Arctic.
Module 3: Coastal Dwellers: Peoples of the Sea
Alternate Title
Module Three: Coastal Dwellers: Peoples of the Sea
[Bachelor of Circumpolar Studies (BCS) 321: Peoples and Cultures of the Circumpolar World I]
[Section Two: Primary Peoples]
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Michel Bouchard
Description
Reviews physical geography, natural environment, archaeology, of coastal areas of the circumpolar region. Also discusses major Indigenous populations prior to contact and their cultures, subsistence methods, and religious beliefs.
Developed for class delivered by the University of Arctic.
National Inuit Position Paper Regarding the CCME Canada-Wide Strategy For the Management of Municipal Wastewater Effluent and Environment Canada's Proposed Regulatory Framework for Wastewater
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Ken Johnson
Description
A review of the strategy and the framework show a lack of research in science, applied science and social science.
Native Employment Patterns in Alberta's Athabasca Oil Sands Region
Alternate Title
AOSERP HS 40.1
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Author/Creator
Anne Deines
Catherine Littlejohn
Terence Hunt
Description
Reports major findings and recommendations on local concerns before field work started in the region.
Northern Assets: Transportation Infrastructure in Remote Communities
Alternate Title
Report (Conference Board of Canada) ; December 2011
[Conference Board of Canada Publication ; 12-139]
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Author/Creator
Marta Bristow
Vijay Gill
Description
Highlights the challenges facing northern transportation that result from higher costs, limited capacity and a harsh climate.
[Operation Water Spirit Thematic Units]: Grade 5: Unit Scope and Introduction
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Safe Drinking Water Foundation
Opportunities For First Nation Prosperity Through Oil and Gas Development
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Studies in Energy Transportation, November 2013
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Ravina Bains
Description
Shows First Nations communities are in a unique position geographically and have the demographics and labour force to increase employment through skills training and collaboration.
Past, Present and Future Issues in Great Basin Archaeology: Papers in Honor of Don D. Fowler
Alternate Title
Cultural Resource Series No. 20
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Donald Hardesty
Alice Baldrica
Renée Corona Kolvet
C. Melvin Aikens
Alanah Woody
Angus R. Quinlan ... [et al.]
Description
An overview of cultural and environmental topics that have played roles in the study of the middle Holocene period in the Great Basin.
Pimachiowin Aki World Heritage Project Area Ecosystem Services Valuation Assessment
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Vivek Voora
Stephan Barg
Description
Looks at the economic value of the ecosystem services provided by the natural environments of the Pimachiowin Aki area.
Population and Age Structure
Alternate Title
2011 Census Paper Series
CAEPR Indigenous Population Project 2011 Census Papers ; no. 5
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Nicholas Biddle
Description
Comments on six key demographic and geographic features of the Indigenous population: age structure, population change, structural aging, mobility, geography, and urbanisation.
Regional Profiles of First Nations Communities: According to Current Provincial Health Authority Regions
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First Nations Health Council
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Provides a picture of health care administration governance including Bands, Tribal Councils, health transfer programs and health plans.
Resource Development in Canada: A Case Study on the Ring of Fire
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Background Paper (Parliamentary Information and Research Service) ;
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Jed Chong
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Looks at the location, size and geology of the area, federal jurisdiction, economic benefits of mining development, ecosystem sensitivity and infrastructure, and initiatives by the federal and provincial governments.
"Revised 29 May 2014."
Respect the Water #1
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[Suzanne Methot]
Description
Teacher resource for Grades 5 and 8 utilizes the poem Water/El Agua by Jorge Argueta, video The Story of Bottled Water, and article No Running Water by Helen Fallding to explore issues surrounding the environment, the impact of human behaviour, and how we can maintain healthy and sustainable ecosystems.
Say 'No" to the Total Destruction of Amazay Lake
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First Nations Summit Task Group
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Looks at Aboriginal title and rights regarding the Northgate Miners' Kemess North Expansion Project.
Striving For Success: First Nations Education in Canada
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Author/Creator
George Labercane
William McEachern
Description
Looks at factors affecting education of Native students in Canada and recommends strategies for future direction.