Outlines principles that are intended to promote research that is scientifically and culturally competent, is in keeping with Aboriginal values and traditions, and is mutually beneficial and empowering to both Canada’s Aboriginal and research communities.
Social Science History, vol. 34, no. 2, Summer, 2010, pp. 113-128
Description
Examines the study of ethnographic cultures and Indigenous customs as it developed in the American Indian communities in the era of the Indian Claims Commission.
Études Inuit Studies, vol. 35, no. 1-2, Propriété Intellectuelle et Éthique / Intellectual Property and Ethics, 2011, pp. 245-263
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Study found that Inuit youths' sense of identity combined traditional values with elements of global culture. Based on interviews with 27 individuals between the ages of 15 and 25, and 15 adults.
Includes list of online content evaluation guidelines, examples of sites developed in collaboration with Indigenous peoples, and guidelines for consultation.
Canadian Geographer, vol. 55, no. 1, Geographies of Inuit Sea Ice Use, Spring, 2011, p. 91–107
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Looks at the value of the satellite imagery service as a monitoring and safety tool and discusses the need for developing integrated monitoring systems to help evaluate sea ice conditions.
Pilot project called Looking Out for Dementia involved production of a 16 minute DVD in English and three Indigenous languages (Warlpiri, Kriol, Djambarrpuyngu), an accompanying flip chart in plain English, and a poster publicizing the resource. Evaluation carried out through observation, focus groups and telephone interviews with participants and coordinators of aged services.
Journal of Applied Gerontology, vol. 30, no. 3, 2011, pp. 304-331
Description
Discusses the feasibility of telehealth videoconferencing for providing preclincal assessments and follow-up appointments for rural and remote communities.