Observations of the resistance and determination of the Mohawk people in the Oka crisis, which became a source of pride within the First Nations community across Canada.
Canadian Theatre Review, no. 128, Fall, 2006, pp. 112-115
Description
Critiques various articles within the issue as they pertain to regional identity and discusses Aboriginal Canadian drama in theatre as a mode of engagement.
Journal of American Folklore, vol. 119, no. 473, Summer, 2006, pp. 312-336
Description
Studies the Mi'kmaq Indians' descriptions of journeys between six parallel worlds as found in tales collected from the early seventeenth century to the early twentieth.
Viewers guide to 13 films, by eleven Canadian Aboriginal directors, spanning the years 1987-2002 and produced by/in association with the National Film Board of Canada.
Films include:
Kanehsatake: 270 Years of Resistance by Alanis Obomsawin (writer, director) - 1993, 119 minutes.
No Turning Back: The Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples by Greg Coyes (director) - 1996, 47 minutes.
How the Fiddle Flows by Greg Coyes (director) - 2002, 48 minutes.
Singing Our Stories by Annie Fraziér Henry (director) --1998, 49 minutes.
Hands of History by Loretta Todd (direct
Argues for a curriculum of inclusion rather than exclusion as demonstrated by incorporating Native American literature into the mainstream Language Arts programs.
New Socialist, no. 58, Special Issue on Indigenous Resurgence, Sept-Oct 2006, pp. 21-22
Description
Highlights discussions that took place at the 2006 Indigenous Forum held June 5 to 16 at the University of Victoria.
Scroll down to page 21 to read article.
Nursing Clinics of North America, vol. 41, no. 4, December 2006, pp. 605-623
Description
Literature review dealing with trends, summary of findings and strategies to fill gaps in knowledge with respect to ethnic, low-income, disadvantaged and rural groups.
Looks at the history and contemporary life of the Abenaki and the importance of basket making to their way of life.
Duration: 1:44:05.
Accompanying material.
Report provides a "snapshot" of the impact of the art program on teachers, students and off-reserve communities. Research was conducted between April 1 and August 30, 2006.
Northeast Historical Archaeology, vol. 35, no. 1, 2006, pp. 15-28
Description
Looks at the significance and use of wampum beads in the diplomatic process during the French and British periods at Fort Niagara. Shows beads found there were produced at Albany.
Studies in American Indian Literatures, vol. 18, no. 1, Spring, 2006, pp. 57-72
Description
Discusses the reasons why the author had difficulty attempting to learn his Dakota language.
Entire issue on one pdf. To access article, scroll to page 57.
Teaches the importance of listening to Elders and taking responsibility for your actions in episode 5 of a stop-motion animation series. Accompanying material: Wapos Bay: A Time to Learn: Study Guide.
Duration: 24:00
Two youths discover the importance of honesty, patience and courage in episode 2 of a stop-motion animation series. Accompanying material: Wapos Bay: Journey Through Fear: Study Guide.
Duration: 24:00.
School students prepare for a Remembrance Day ceremony, say good-bye to a favourite teacher and learn important lessons along the way in episode 4 of a stop-motion animation series.
Accompanying material: Wapos Bay: Something to Remember: Study Guide.
Duration: 24:00.
Survival skills are tested by both children and adults in episode 6 of a stop-motion animation series.
Accompanying material: Wapos Bay: The Elements: Study Guide.
Duration: 24:00.
Visual Anthropology, vol. 19, no. 3-4, 2006, pp. 295-314
Description
Highlights photographs taken at Ho-Chunk Memorial Day Powwow in Black River Falls in Wisconsin and examines the connection between contemporary military service and traditions.
Use of traditional words and stories as metaphors.
Note: This is a sample article from the publication. Subscriptions are available from the Native Law Centre.
Canadian Journal of Native Education, vol. 29, no. 1, 2006, pp. 43-57
Description
Discussion of a Culturally Based Education (CBE) program, which combined student technology and interviews of community members, presentations and meetings.
Volume 1 describes how the Technical Planning Committee developed watershed planning objectives and strategies in accordance with Scientific Panel recommendations.
Volume 5 states that the purpose of the plan is to map and designate the areas that will be set aside as reserves to protect a range of forest values. The plan will also map and designate the harvested areas and the land that is outside of reserves, but where sustainable forest harvesting can take place.