Studies in American Indian Literatures, vol. 11, no. 1, Series 2, Spring, 1999, pp. [82]-96
Description
Discusses the fact that despite many differences, all tribes exhibit similar attitudes about what constitutes a "worthy" husband and the proposal / marriage process.
Entire issue on one pdf. To access article, scroll down to appropriate page.
Speaker discusses the significance of the chain and the meaning of the wampum belts which were exchanged between British and First Nations, and argues that treaty-making is a relational process and not a single event.
Duration: 1:18:08.
Wicazo Sa Review, vol. 19, no. 2, Autumn, 2004, pp. 33-48
Description
Article contends that the United States, as the last significant colonial power, still dominates indigenous peoples in external territories without their full consent. The paper argues that images of cowboys and Indians are a part of colonial history that asserts white supremacy and Indigenous inferiority.
American Indian Culture and Research Journal, vol. 28, no. 3, 2004, pp. 77-101
Description
Looks at how contact may affect the trajectory of change among the Mississippians. The article also expands on Chase-Dunn and Hall’s hypothesis that argues that episodes of incorporation, disintegration, and reincorporation may vary in highly predictable and interrelated ways in other systems.
Native Studies Review, vol. 12, no. 2, Aboriginal Peoples and National Rights Issues in Quebec, 1999, pp. 115-120
Description
Grand Chief of the Grand Council of Crees discusses the stance of the James Bay Cree with respect to the right to determine their own political future whether or not Quebec decides to separate.
Looks at ways to fill the gap in voluntary services and program supports offered to First Nations children, youth and families living on reserve nationally.
Forest Policy and Economics, vol. 6, no. 2, March 2004, pp. 95-110
Description
Showcases the Aboriginal Forest Planning Process (AFPP) which integrates Indigenous and Western forest management approaches in order to enhance the co-management of a B.C. forest.
Approaches to Teaching the Works of Louise Erdrich
Approaches to Teaching World Literature
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Author/Creator
Tom Matchie
Description
Looks at the married authors' collaborative process between 1970 and 1997.
Chapter in book: Approaches to Teaching the Works of Louise Erdrich edited by Greg Sarris, Connie A. Jacobs, and James R. Giles.
Report (Northern Labour Market Information Clearinghouse) ; no. 68
Documents & Presentations
Description
Brief document outlines some of the conflicts that can occur between Aboriginal workers and non-Aboriginal employers, and makes suggestions as to how colleges could help to facilitate interactions.
Northern Review, no. 20, Summer [Winter], 1999, pp. 55-80
Description
Discusses how the Tutchone people have adapted the Story of Crow to reflect changes they have experienced over time, such as the introduction of Christianity.
Looks decisions by the Supreme Court of Canada in six key cases R. v. Gladstone, R. v. Van Der Peet, Marshall v. Her Majesty the Queen, R. v. Adams, Delgamuukw v. Her Majesty the Queen, and Halfway River.
Native Studies Thesis (M.A.)--The University of Manitoba, 2004.
Explores concept of self-government with Cree Elders in northern Manitoba and discusses a Framework Agreement Initiative of the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs.
Journal of Canadian Studies, vol. 34, Fall, 1999, pp. 59-86
Description
Argues that there is a direct relationship between classroom study of First Nation literature and the transformation of mainstream culture and images of Aboriginal cultures.
Anthropology & Medicine, vol. 6, no. 3, 1999, pp. 405-421
Description
Interviews patients, family, primary care providers and language interpreters to look at cultural interpretations of mortality, disease prognosis, and perspectives for end of life decisions.