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Aboriginal Development: The Process Is Critical to Success
Reviews research on factors related for successful long-term development such as social capital and cohesion. Chapter three from Setting the Agenda for Change, vol. 2, which is also vol. 2 in the Aboriginal Policy Research series. Originally presented at the second annual Aboriginal Policy Research Conference, 2002.
Aboriginal Languages within Canada's Friendship Centre Areas: State, Diversity, Prospects and Implications, 2006 Census
Aboriginal Mobility and Migration: Trends, Recent Patterns, and Implications: 1971–2001
Explores various trends: reserve and rural-urban movement, role of migration in Aboriginal populations growth, mobility and turnover. Chapter thirteen from Moving Forward, Making a Difference, vol. 2, which is also vol. 4 in the Aboriginal Policy Research series. Originally presented at the second annual Aboriginal Policy Research Conference, 2006.
Aboriginal Mobility and Migration within Canada's Friendship Centre Areas: Patterns, Levels, and Implications Based on the 2006 Census
Aboriginal People and Community Well-being Off-Reserve
Aboriginal Resource Access in Response to Criminal Victimization in an Urban Context
Provides results from National Community Research Project (NCRP) done between April 2001 and April 2002. Chapter thirteen from Setting the Agenda for Change, vol. 2, which is also vol. 2 in the Aboriginal Policy Research series. Originally presented at the Aboriginal Policy Research Conference, 2002.
Aboriginal Youth at Risk: The Role of Education, Mobility, Housing, Employment, and Language as Protective Factors for Problem and Criminal Behaviours
American Indian and Alaska Native Children and Families
The Arctic Indigenous Language Initiative: Assessment, Promotion, and Collaboration
Artist-Run Organizations and the Restoration of Indigenous Cultural Sovereignty in Toronto, 1970 to 2010
Assessing the Net Effects of Specific Claims Settlements in First Nations Communities in the Context of Community Well-Being
Building Governance Capacity: The Case of Potable Water in First Nations Communities
Outlines various approaches, goals and considerations for capacity development.
Chapter eight from Moving Forward, Making a Difference, vol. 1, which is also vol. 3 in the Aboriginal Policy Research series.
Originally presented at the second annual Aboriginal Policy Research Conference, 2006.
Building the First Nations E-Community
Discusses issues such as capacity and human resources development, connectivity, information management, and service delivery. Chapter six from Learning, Technology, and Traditions, which is vol. 6 in the Aboriginal Policy Research series. Originally presented at the third annual Aboriginal Policy Research Conference, 2009.
The City as a "Space of Opportunity": Urban Indigenous Experiences and Community Safety Partnerships
Co-existence in Cities: The Challenge of Indigenous Urban Planning in the 21st Century
Community Influences on the Mental Health of First Nations Children in Canada
Uses findings from the 2006 Aboriginal Children's Survey and census data to investigate the effect of socio-economic characteristics and features of neighbourhood organization. Chapter from Exploring the Urban Landscape edited by Jerry P. White and Jodi Bruhn. Originally presented at the third annual Aboriginal Policy Research Conference, 2009.
A Cultural Approach to Aboriginal Youth Sport and Recreation: Observations from Year One
Reports on first year of three-year research study conducted in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Discusses context, methods and training and mentoring activities.
Chapter six from Moving Forward, Making a Difference, vol. 2, which is also vol. 4 in the Aboriginal Policy Research series.
Originally presented at the second annual Aboriginal Policy Research Conference, 2006.
Developing Legal Frameworks for Urban Aboriginal Governance
Dispersed But Not Destroyed: A History of the Seventeenth-Century Wendat People
The Economic Development Capacity of Urban Aboriginal Peoples
The Education Profile of People Living in Aboriginal Friendship Centre Catchment Areas across Canada
Fall 2013 Report of the Auditor General of Canada [to the House of Commons]: Chapter 6: Emergency Management on Reserves
A Glass Half Empty: Drinking Water in First Nations Communities
Looks at current federal policy and suggests co-management and recognition of Aboriginal rights as forward approaches.
Chapter nine from Moving Forward, Making a Difference, vol. 1, which is also vol. 3 in the Aboriginal Policy Research series.
Originally presented at the second annual Aboriginal Policy Research Conference, 2006.
The Impact of Australian Policy Regimes on Indigenous Population Movement: Evidence from the 2001 Census
Provides statistics on population distribution, propensity to move by age, sex, and remoteness of community, and migration to more accessible regions.
Chapter fifteen from Moving Forward, Making a Difference, vol. 1, which is also vol. 3 in the Aboriginal Policy Research series.
Originally presented at the second annual Aboriginal Policy Research Conference, 2006.
In-Between Worlds: Native Americans and Utopias of Belonging on Screen
Mapping the Legal Consciousness of First Nations Voters: Understanding Voting Rights Mobilization
Discusses the issue of electoral participation from the perspective of Aboriginal identity and what having the vote means to them. Chapter two from Voting, Governance, and Research Methodology edited by Jerry P. White, Julie Peters, Dan Beavon, and Peter Dinsdale. Originally presented at the third annual Aboriginal Policy Research Conference, 2009.
Measuring Progress, Strengthening Governance, and Promoting Positive Change: Developing Sustainability Indicators with Winnipeg's First Nations Community
Mitho-Pimatisiwin for the Elderly: The Strength of a Shared Caregiving Approach in Aboriginal Health
Networks of Advantage: Urban Indigenous Entrepreneurship and the Importance of Social Capital
Analysis of data from the Aboriginal Entrepreneurship in Toronto Study. Excerpt from Well-being in the Urban Aboriginal Community: Fostering Biimaadiziwin edited by David Newhouse, Kevin FitzMaurice, Tricia McGuire-Adams, and Daniel Jetté.
Originally presented at the 2011 National Research Conference on Urban Aboriginal Peoples.
"Only the Silence Remains": Aboriginal Women as Victims in the Case of the Lower Eastside (Pickton) Murders, Investigative Flaws, and the Aftermath of Violence in Vancouver
Organizing Indigenous Governance in Canada, Australia, and the United States
Discusses issues such as differing perceptions of governance, scope of jurisdiction, who constitutes the "self" that is being governed, and questions of efficacy and legitimacy. Chapter ten from Moving Forward, Making a Difference, vol. 2, which is also vol. 4 in the Aboriginal Policy Research series. Originally presented at the second annual Aboriginal Policy Research Conference, 2006.
The Reconstruction of Inuit Collective Identity: From Cultural to Civic The Case of Nunavut
Examines Inuit history from pre-contact to 1960s, the Nunavut negotiation process, relevant publications, geopolitical boundaries, and literature on Inuit identity.
Chapter seven from Moving Forward, Making a Difference, vol. 2, which is also vol. 4 in the Aboriginal Policy Research series.
Originally presented at the Aboriginal Policy Research Conference, 2006.
Reporting Métis in Urban Centres on the 1996 Census
Argues that combining concepts of ethnic origin and Métis identity would provide a more complete picture of the population. Looks at statistics for Winnipeg, Edmonton, Calgary, and Vancouver.
Chapter five from Setting the Agenda for Change, vol. 1 which is also vol. 1 in the Aboriginal Policy Research series.
Originally presented at the Aboriginal Policy Research Conference, 2002.
Revisiting Histories of Legal Assimilation, Racialized Injustice, and the Future of Indian Status in Canada
Addresses citizenship, identity, status, and Canadian policy. Chapter two from Moving Forward, Making a Difference, vol. 3, which is also vol. 5 in the Aboriginal Policy Research series. Originally presented at the second annual Aboriginal Policy Research Conference, 2006
School Completion and Workforce Transitions Among Urban Aboriginal Youth
Explores patterns of school completion, workforce transitions, and role of family values.
Chapter two from Moving Forward, Making a Difference, vol. 1, which is also vol. 3 in the Aboriginal Policy Research series.
Originally presented at the Aboriginal Policy Research Conference, 2006.
Selected Urban Aboriginal Demography
Spatial Residential Patterns of Aboriginals and their Socio-economic Integration in Selected Canadian Cities
Looks at patterns in 23 census metropolitan areas using data from the 2001 Census of Canada.
Chapter sixteen from Moving Forward, Making a Difference, vol. 2, which is also vol. 4 in the Aboriginal Policy Research series. Originally presented at the second annual Aboriginal Policy Research Conference, 2006.
Support for First Nations Students: The Significance of the Aboriginal Resource Teacher’s Role
Focus on role of resource teacher: support students, promote pride, assist students with being in dual worlds, bridge between home and school, and provide appreciation of Aboriginal culture to all. Chapter two from Learning, Technology, and Traditions, which is vol. 6 in the Aboriginal Policy Research series. Originally presented at the third annual Aboriginal Policy Research Conference, 2009.
Thinking about Service Delivery: Aboriginal Providers, Universal Providers, and the Role of Friendship Centres
Focuses on three research questions: which type of organization should supply services? what links or partnerships could be constructed between organizations in order to increase overall capacity and effectiveness? and what part could Friendship Centres play? Chapter from Exploring the Urban Landscape edited by Jerry P. White and Jodi Bruhn. Originally presented at the third annual Aboriginal Policy Research Conference, 2009.
Urban Aboriginal People in Toronto: A Summary of the 2011 Toronto Aboriginal Research Project (TARP)
Urban Aboriginal Self-Determination in Toronto
Urban Aboriginal Women in British Columbia and the Impacts of Matrimonial Real Property Regime
Study based on positive and negative experiences of women during marital breakdown.
Chapter eight from Setting the Agenda for Change, vol. 2, which is also vol. 2 in the Aboriginal Policy Research series.
Originally presented at the Aboriginal Policy Research Conference, 2002.
Urban Hidden Homelessness and Reserve Housing
Based on project between Prince Albert Grand Council Urban Services Inc. and University of Saskatchewan. Chapter twelve from Moving Forward, Making a Difference, vol. 2, which is also vol. 4 in the Aboriginal Policy Research series. Originally presented at the second annual Aboriginal Policy Research Conference, 2006.
Urban Housing and Aboriginal Governance
Using the Seven Sacred Teachings to Improve Services for Aboriginal Mothers Experiencing Drug and Alcohol Misuse Problems and Involvement with Child Welfare
Utilizing Technologies to Promote Education and Well-Being
Provides introduction to K-Net (Kuhkenah Network) and presents four case studies exploring its use in wastewater treatment, health, education and video conferencing. Chapter eight from Learning, Technology, and Traditions, which is vol. 6 in the Aboriginal Policy Research series. Originally presented at the third annual Aboriginal Policy Research Conference, 2009.