Web Sites » Organizations
Author/Creator
Native Women's Association of Canada
Description
Provides information about the organization as well as links to publications and programs dealing with Aboriginal women's issues.
New Relationships with Aboriginal People and Communities in British Columbia: Annual Report on Progress [2007-2013]
Alternate Title
New Relationships with Aboriginal People and Communities in B.C.: Annual Report on Progress
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Ministry of Aboriginal Relations and Reconciliation British Columbia
Description
Looks at progress in communities affected by the Transformative Change Accord and the Métis Nation Relationship Accord in five keys areas: improving Crown - Aboriginal relationships, education, housing and infrastructure, health and economic opportunities.
The Newcomer Handbook: Indigenous People in Canada
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
INBUILT-93 ((Indigenous-Newcomer Building Intercultural Learning on Treaties – 93)
Description
Excellent resource for providing an overview of a broad range of topics such as treaties, residential schools, Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, the Sixties Scoop, traditional cultural teachings and protocols.
Based on the work of five focus groups located in Saskatoon, Regina, North Battleford, Prince Albert, and La Ronge.
"A Response to TRC's Call-To-Action 93".
The Night Wanderer: A Native Gothic Novel
Book Reviews
Author/Creator
Daphne Hamilton-Nagorsen
CM, vol. 14, no. 4, October 12, 2007, p. n/a
Description
Book review of: The Night Wanderer by Drew Hayden Taylor.
Niigaanibatowaad: FrontRunners
Media » Film and Video
Author/Creator
Lori Lewis
Laura Robinson
Description
Presents play FrontRunners by Laura Robinson about segregation and abuse in residential school, the Aboriginal teenage boys selected to run 800 kilometers carrying the torch for the Pan Am Games in Winnipeg, Manitoba in 1967, and the apology by the province thirty-two years later.
Duration: 47:27
Niigaanibatowaad: FrontRunner Study Guide.
Lesson Plan.
"No Place to Go": The Thomas Indian School and the "Forgotten" Indian Children of New York
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Keith R. Burich
Wicazo Sa Review, vol. 22, no. 2, Fall, 2007, pp. 93-110
Description
Article discusses the devastating life effects and the minimal educational benefits children received by attending boarding schools.
Nunavut Early Childhood Development Update Report 2004-2007 and Early Learning and Child Care Update Report 2004-2007
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Department of Education
Nunavut's Child Welfare System
Alternate Title
CECW Information Sheet ; no. 55E
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Pamela Gough
Description
Looks at child welfare statistics, the role of the child protection worker and how the system works for Aboriginal children.
Obesity and Pulmonary Function in Navajo and Hopi Children
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Joey C. Eisenmann
David A. Arnall
Verdell Kanuho
Christina Interpretter
J. Richard Coast
Ethnicity & Disease, vol. 17, no. 1, Winter, 2007, pp. 14-18
Description
Study conducted to investigate the existence of a correlation between higher body mass and decreased lung function.
Off-Reserve Investigations Involving First Nations Children Aged 0-17 in Canada in 2019
Alternate Title
First Nations/Canadian Incidence Study of Reported Child Abuse and Neglect 2019
FN/CIS 2019
FN/CIS 2019: Off-Reserve Investigations
Investigation And Placement Types In Off Reserve Investigations Involving First Nations Children Aged 0-17 In Canada In 2019
Child Characteristics in Off-Reserve Investigations Involving First Nations Children Aged 0-17 in Canada in 2019
Caregiver Characteristics in Off Reserve Investigations Involving First Nations Children Aged 0-17 in Canada in 2019
CWRP Information Sheet ; no. 236
Child Welfare Research Portal Information Sheet ; no. 236
CWRP Information Sheet ; no 234
Child Welfare Research Portal Information Sheet ; no. 234
CWRP Information Sheet ; no. 232
Child Welfare Research Portal Information Sheet ; no. 232
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Barbara Fallon
Nicolette Joh-Carnella
Marie Saint-Girons
Eliza Livingston
Description
On-Reserve Investigations Involving First Nations Children Aged 0-17 in Canada in 2019
Alternate Title
Caregiver Characteristics in On-Reserve Investigations Involving First Nations Children Aged 0-17 in Canada in 2019
Child Characteristics in On-Reserve Investigations Involving First Nations Children Aged 0-17 in Canada in 2019
Investigation and Placement Types in On-Reserve Investigations Involving First Nations Children Aged 0-17 in Canada in 2019
Child Welfare Research Portal Information Sheet ; no. 232
CWRP Information Sheet ; no. 232
First Nations/Canadian Incidence Study of Reported Child Abuse and Neglect 2019
FN/CIS 2019
FN/CIS-2019: On-Reserve Investigations
Child Welfare Research Portal Information Sheet ; no. 233
CWRP Information Sheet ; no. 233
Child Welfare Research Portal Information Sheet ; no. 235
CWRP Information Sheet ; no. 235
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Barbara Fallon
Nicolette Joh-Carnella
Marie Saint-Girons
Eliza Livingston
Description
Only Drunks and Children Tell the Truth
Alternate Title
Someday Trilogy
Twentieth Century North American Drama
E-Books
Author/Creator
Drew Hayden Taylor
Description
Originally published by Talonbooks, 1998.
Opening the Cache of Canadian Secrets: The Residential School Experience in Books for Children
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Brianne Grant
The Looking Glass: New Perspectives on Children's Literature, vol. 11, no. 2, 2007
Description
Discusses the importance of displaying accurate historical information in children's literature.
Oral Health and the Aboriginal Child: A Forum for Community Members, Researchers and Policy-Makers: June 7 & 8, 2007: Winnipeg, Manitoba: Forum Proceedings
Alternate Title
Oral Health and the Aboriginal Child: A Forum for Community Members, Researchers and Policy-Makers: June 7 and 8, 2007: Winnipeg, Manitoba: Forum Proceedings
E-Books
Author/Creator
Robert J. Schroth
Rosamund L. Harrison
Herenia P. Lawrence
Sabrina Peressini
Description
Summary of the conference or workshop that was "invitation only" and was attended by community members, researchers and policy-makers from across Canada. The intent of the forum was to develop and improve national collaborations and relationships regarding child oral health.
Oral Health Comparisons Between Children Attending An Aboriginal Health Service and A Government School Dental Service in a Regional Location
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
E. J. Parker
L. M. Jamieson
Rural and Remote Health, vol. 7, no. 625, 2007, pp. 1-8
Description
Examines socio-demographic and oral health characteristics of children cared for at two difference service points and confirms the social and health inequalities of care.
Overcoming Indigenous Disadvantage: Key Indicators 2007: Report
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Steering Committee for the Review of Government Service Provision
Description
Measures the well-being against indicators across a range of areas including health, education and employment, and identifies programs and policies which appear to be improving outcomes.
Participation in a Culturally Grounded Program Strengthens Cultural Identity, Self-Esteem, and Resilience in Urban Indigenous Adolescents
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Amanda Hunter
Mikah Carlos
Felix B. Muniz
elia Leybas Nuño
Mary Jo Tippeconnic Fox ... [et al.]
American Indian and Alaska Native Mental Health Research, vol. 29, no. 1, 2022, pp. [1]-21
Description
Examines the Native Spirit after-school program that focuses on Indigenous cultural values and activities to improve the health of Indigenous youth.
Patterns of Grievance in Native American Families With Fetal/Infant/Child Death
Theses
Author/Creator
LuAnn J. Stromme
Description
Nursing Thesis (DNP)--North Dakota State University, 2007.
Perceived Racial/ethnic Discrimination and Depressive Symptoms among Adolescents Living in the Cherokee Nation
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Caroline M. Barry
Brady A. Garrett
Melvin D. Livingston
Terrence K. Kominsky
Bethany J. Livingston ... [et al.]
American Indian and Alaska Native Mental Health Research, vol. 29, no. 1, 2022, pp. [22]-36
Description
Looks at the connection between racial discrimination and mental health among Cherokee youth.
Perceptions of Methamphetamine Use in Three Western Tribal Communities: Implications For Child Abuse in Indian Country
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Roe Bubar
Marc Winokur
Winona Bartlemay
Description
Literature review and results of survey of 37 professionals regarding emerging drug epidemic, implications for permanency outcomes and effect on agency workloads.
Piaranut For Our Children: Quality Practices for Inuit Early Childhood Education Programs
E-Books
Author/Creator
Pauktuutit Inuit Women of Canada
Planting Seeds of Change: Voices of Indigenous Youth on Wholistic Health
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Kathy Moscou
International Indigenous Policy Journal, vol. 13, no. 2, 2022
Description
Using photovoice to examine food sovereignty to engage urban Indigenous youth to contribute to their communities and reconnect with their culture.
The Politics of Kith and Kin: Observations on the British Columbia Government’s Reaction to the Death of Sherry Charlie
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Gerald Cradock
First Peoples Child & Family Review, vol. 3, no. 1, 2007, pp. 15-33
Description
Discussion of the difficulties Aboriginal child welfare agencies face when operating in a system that is not designed for their needs.
The Politics of Policy Development to End Obesity for
Aboriginal Youth in the Educational Environment
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Shelley Spurr
First Peoples Child & Family Services, vol. 3, no. 3, 2007, pp. 72-83
Description
Highlights the tools outlined in Deborah Stone's book ,Policy Parodox: The Art of Political Decision Making, to demonstrate why school policies should be developed to prevent obesity in schools.
A Practical Guide to the Indian Child Welfare Act
E-Books
Author/Creator
Native American Rights Fund
Prevalence and Nature of Sexual Violence in Nunavik
Alternate Title
Qanuippitaa? How are We?
[Nunavik Inuit Health Survey 2004]
E-Books
Author/Creator
Francine Lavoie
Sarah Fraser
Olivier Boucher
Gina Muckle
Louis Rochette
Prevention of the Harmful Effects of Substance Use among Aboriginal Peoples: An Initial Review of the Research Literature
Alternate Title
Research & policy papers (Centre for Addictions Research of BC) ; 4/2007
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Miranda Kelly
Description
Divided into six sections: reproductive, maternal, and fetal health, 0-4 years, 5-10 years, 11-17 years, and universal interventions. Each section has information on background, possible mechanisms of action and interventions.
Promising Practice for Maintaining Identities in First Nation Adoption
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Jeannine Carriere
First Peoples Child & Family Review, vol. 3, no. 1, 2007, pp. 46-64
Description
Study on the importance of identity in adoption cross-cultural and a list of recommendations from the perspective of First Nation adoptees to improve the process.
Promising Practices in First Nations, Métis and Inuit Education: Case Studies of Two Alberta Schools
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
First Nations
Métis and Inuit Services Branch
Description
Examines parent and community engagement, cultural and language programming, teachers, instruction and curriculum resources, professional development, and individual students supports at Francis of Assisi Elementary School and Le Roi Daniels Elementary School.
Protecting Our Gifts and Securing Our Future: Eliminating Poverty Among First Nations Children
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Phil Fontaine
Paediatrics & Child Health, vol. 12, no. 8, October 2007, pp. 653-655
Description
Comments on the health and socioeconomic disparities faced by First Nations children.
Protective and Risk Factors for Suicide among Indigenous Australians
E-Books
Author/Creator
Australian Institute of Health and Welfare
Putting a Human Face on Child Welfare: Voices From the Prairies
E-Books
Author/Creator
Nico Trocmé
Sharon McKay
Michael Ungar
Shelley Thomas Prokop
Cindy Blackstock ... [et al.]
A Qualitative Study of Experiences of Aboriginal Caregivers of Children With Developmental Disabilities
Theses
Author/Creator
Joyce Ellen Clouston
Description
Social Work Thesis (Ph.D.)--Wilfred Laurier University, 2007.
A Qualitative Study on the Perspectives of Young Adults in Iqaluit on School-based Sexual Health Education
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Sidney Alisha Horlick
Gwen Healey-Akearok
Nicole Diakite
Alashua Crowley
International Journal of Indigenous Health, vol. 17, no. 2, 2022, pp. 51-63
Description
Discusses the need for community-based sexual education for Inuit communities in Nunavut.
Race and Racism: 20th Century Management of Aboriginal People
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Michael Red Shirt Semchison
Counselling, Psychotherapy, and Health, vol. 3, no. 2, Indigenous Special Issue, 2007, pp. 35-38
Description
Comments on the treatment of the Aboriginal people by the dominant Anglo-European culture.
Randomised Clinical Trial of a Group Parent Education Programme For Australian Indigenous Families
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Karen Turner
Mary Richards
Matthew R. Sanders
Journal of Paediatrics and Child Health, vol. 43, no. 6, 2007, pp. 429-437
Description
Looks at the impact and cultural appropriateness of program concluding with decreased rates of behaviour problems and dysfunctional parenting practices.
Rapid Emergence of Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA) Among Children and Adolescents in Northern Manitoba, 2003-2006
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
L. Larcombe
J. Waruk
J. Schellenberg
M. Ormond
Canada Communicable Disease Report, vol. 33, no. 2, 2007, pp. 9-14
Description
Argues that a unique combination of factors may be contributing to this infection pattern.
Rapid Situation Analysis of the Education Sector's Response to HIV & AIDS in the Context of School Health and Nutrition in Guyana
Alternate Title
Rapid Situation Analysis of the Education Sector's Response to HIV and AIDS in the Context of School Health and Nutrition in Guyana
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Michael Beasley
Claire Risley
Moohini Venkatesh
Dereck Springer
Sharlene Johnson
Description
Outlines key findings and recommendations from analysis conducted with stakeholders concerning school health nutrition (SHN) and HIV activities.
(Re)-Constructing Maori Children as Achieving Learners
Theses
Author/Creator
[Fleur Estelle Jeanne Harris]
Description
[Education, Health and Human Development] Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of Canterbury, 2007.
Re/framing Aboriginal Social Policy Issues in the News: Old Stereotypes and New Opportunities
Theses
Author/Creator
Robert Harding
Description
Applied Sciences Thesis (Ph.D.)--Simon Fraser University, 2007.
Reconciliation: Rebuilding the Canadian Child Welfare System to Better Serve Aboriginal Children and Youth
Alternate Title
Putting a Human Face on Child Welfare: Voices from the Prairies
E-Books » Chapters
Author/Creator
Cindy Blackstock
Ivan Brown
Marlyn Bennett
Description
Chapter 3 from: Putting a Human Face on Child Welfare: Voices from the Prairies edited by Ivan Brown, Ferzana Chaze, Don Fuchs, Jean Lafrance, Sharon McKay and Shelley Thomas Prokop.
Reducing the Effects of Bullying among Aboriginal Children Living in Rural Western Australia: Annual Report
E-Books
Author/Creator
Donna Cross
Juli Coffin
Steve Zubrick
Cheryl Kickett-Tucker
Description
Discusses the Solid Kids, Solid Schools project.
Reflections of a Mi'kmaq Social Worker on a Quarter of a Century Work in First Nations Child Welfare
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Nancy MacDonald
Judy MacDonald
First Peoples Child & Family Review, vol. 3, no. 1, 2007, pp. 34-45
Description
Examines the practice of placing Aboriginal children with non-Aboriginal families and argues that this is part of a long-term policy of assimilation.
Reflections of an Indigenous Counsellor: Sharing the Journey - Therapist and Person?
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Greg Pratt
Australasian Psychiatry, vol. 15, no. 1, Supplement, February 2007, pp. S54-S57
Description
Comments on some of the constraints of mainstream therapeutic methodologies and makes suggestions to ensure a therapeutic setting for both client and therapist.
Reflections on Intergenerational Trauma: Healing as a
Critical Intervention
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Ashley Quinn
First Peoples Child & Family Review, vol. 3, no. 4, 2007, pp. 72-82
Description
Argues that healing is a critical component of any intervention. The article also gives a short history of residential school trauma and recent government initiatives aimed at preserving traditional Aboriginal healing practices.
Regional Longitudinal Health Survey Report: Alberta 2002-2003
Alternate Title
Alberta First Nations Regional Longitudinal Health Survey 2002/03
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Rhonda King Blood
Description
Statistics gathered from nine First Nations: Alexander First Nation, Kapawe’no First Nation, Siksika Nation, Blood Tribe, Nakoda Bearspaw Nation, Sucker Creek First Nation, Driftpile First Nation, Piikani First Nation, and Swan River First Nation. Response divided into adults, youth and children.
Research Report: Better Understanding the Phenomenon of Child Neglect in the Context of First Nations in Quebec: Component 4 of the Analysis of the Trajectories of First Nations Youth Subject to the Youth Protection Act
Alternate Title
[Analysis Project on the Trajectories of First Nations Youth Subject to the Youth Protection Act]
E-Books
Author/Creator
Karina Castonguay
Mélanie Courtois
Tonino Esposito
Richard Gray
Patricia Montambault ... [et al.]
Research Results From the Student Transitions Project
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Christine Broda
Description
Discusses data about when and to what post-secondary institutions students transitioned from 2002/03 to 2005/06 in British Columbia.
Researching Remote Aboriginal Children's Services: It's All about Rules
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Lyn Fasoli
Ranu James
Contemporary Issues in Early Childhood, vol. 8, no. 4, 2007, pp. 332-343
Description
Provides examples from research project Both Ways and offers advice on how to conduct cross-cultural research.
Residential School Survivors Share Their Stories With Youth
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Darla Read
Eagle Feather News, vol. 10, no. 11, November 2007, p. 10
Description
Looks at video shown to Saskatoon high school students, at the Honouring Residential School Survivors Symposium, followed by talks with three survivors from the video.
Article located by scrolling to page 10.