A large coloured illustration depicting the Battle of Batoche reproduced from the Canadian Illustrated War News. Published in the series The Opening of the West by Encyclopedia Britannica.
Frank Leslie's Illustrated Newspaper, May 1885, p. 196
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A short article on the ongoing Northwest Resistance, including four sketches: 1. The fort at Battleford; 2. The South Saskatchewan; 3. Steamers loading at Medicine Hat; 4. The Revolt of the Half-Breeds.
American Literature, vol. 73, no. 3, September 2001, pp. 599-631
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Reviews the author's work finding he successfully combines tribal mythologies and Euro-American lore while maintaining the integrity of cultural traditions and heritage.
This file contains excerpts from Reginald Beatty's diary, correspondence about his encounters with Cree people, and letters home to his parents detailing his experience in the 1885 Riel Rebellion. Mr. Beatty was a farmer and fur trader in what is now known as the Melfort area of Saskatchewan.
Pesticide & Toxic Chemical News, vol. 31, no. 21, March 17, 2003, p. 36
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Results of a 5 year study conducted with Inuit in northern Quebec, published in The Canadian Arctic Contaminants Assessment Report show exposure to mercury and Persistent Organic Pollutants (POP) and correlation with behaviours.
Native Social Work Journal, vol. 5, Articulating Aboriginal Paradigms: Implications for Aboriginal Social Work Practice, November 2003, pp. 294-298
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Looks at effective and culture-based approaches to research that is grounded in a holistic methodology from the physical, mental, spiritual, and emotional aspects, not only from the researcher's point of view, but also from the community members themselves.
American Indian Culture and Research Journal, vol. 25, no. 1, 2001, pp. 81-111
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Compares the U.S. Indian Claims Commission and New Zealand Waitangi Tribunal to determine which achieved the greatest redress for their government's injustices through colonization.
American Indian Quarterly, vol. 25, no. 3, Summer, June 1, 2001, pp. 453-479
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History of the institution of chattel slavery with a focus on the relationship between the Chocktaws, Chickasaws, Cherokees, and Mvskokean Cherokee and African slaves; including the forced relocation known as the "Trail Where We Cried" or the "Trail of Tears".
Epidemiology Thesis (M.Sc.)--University of Ottawa, 2003. Evaluates effectiveness of BCG vaccination in communities at high risk for tuberculosis with particular attention to immunodeficiency syndromes.
Wicazo Sa Review, vol. 16, no. 2, Fall, 2001, pp. 97-114
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Analyzes the 1992 Tri-Star Pictures release which breaks new ground on two fronts, an all Native American cast except the lead role, and use of a contemporary setting. Screenplay by John Fusco, directed by Michael Apted and produced by Robert De Niro, Jane Rosenthal, and John Fusco.
Author explores relationship between Indigenous knowledge and Western thought. Paper presented at the Indigenous Knowledge Conference 2001 held at the University of Saskatchewan.
American Antiquity, vol. 68, no. 2, April 2003, pp. 273-285
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Discusses the relationships between archaeologists, American Indians and First Nations peoples and offers suggestions for improving mutual understanding and fellowship.
American Indian Culture and Research Journal, vol. 25, no. 2, 2001, pp. 93-105
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Describes research on social services issues concerning Ojibwa First Nation communities, particularly the high incidence of youth suicide, addiction, and court appearances.
Paper produced as part of the Community Governance Project at University of Victoria. Includes sources, analysis, and recommendations for future initiatives.