Canadian Journal of Native Studies, vol. 25, no. 1, 2005, pp. 355-372
Description
Explores the tensions involved in 'difference' when sports are approached from mainstream perspective. Author suggests a form of integration might meet the needs of all participants.
Looks into criticisms of the Indian Health Service and offers an analysis of how the Service can support the expansion of sovereignty.
Food and Drug Law Paper (3rd Year)--Harvard University, 2005.
Discusses the historic approach of governments and the courts in addressing Aboriginal rights relating to land, and some of the key historical circumstances that have prevented resolution of the issues in the past. The article also looks at the current federal and provincial land claims policies in Ontario.
Discusses success stories at Lapwai Middle School and Lapwai Elementary School and the eight common factors that have become apparent to reverse low school performance.
Describes the First Nations Agricultural Council of Saskatchewan (FNACS) mandate, which is to access federal and provincial assistance programs available to farmers.
Commentary on the history and developments in Saskatchewan First Nation affairs and of a media that seems to favour sensationalism over positive political legacies.
For King and Country: Alberta in the Second World War
World War II: The Homefront in Alberta
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Author/Creator
James Dempsey
Description
Looks at post-war developments in the area of political recognition.
Excerpt from For King and Country: Alberta in the Second World War, edited by Ken Tingley.
Alberta History, vol. 53, no. 3, Summer, 2005, pp. 13-24
Description
Discusses a gathering of Kainai, Pikuni and Siksika Nations for a political convention conducted under the surveillance by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police.
American Indian Culture and Research Journal, vol. 29, no. 4, 2005, pp. 45-58
Description
Focuses on the mobilization of Native American Tribes in a concerted effort to attain economic goals, with an empahasis on tactics used in relation to gaming on-reserve.
Examines the six sessions, provides an analysis of how well the documentation reflects Aboriginal women's issues and perspectives, and makes recommendations on how to move toward equitable resolutions for all involved.
American Journal of Public Health, vol. 95, no. 5, May 2005, p. 758
Description
Argues that the AIAN health policy hasn't kept pace with the demographic and social changes of the last 50 years, resulting in the needless suffering of people.
Social Work, vol. 50, no. 2, April 2005, pp. 131-139
Description
Findings revealed grandparents raising grandchildren, despite the fact that many were living in extreme poverty, suffer ill health, and have limited resources and services.