Canadian Journal of Native Studies, vol. 34, no. 1, 2014, pp. 87-109
Description
Critique of past anthropological practices, and discussion of issues raised in Van der Peet and Delgamuukw court cases, and the Tri-Council Policy Statement: Ethical Conduct for Research Involving Humans.
Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada (AANDC)
Description
Looks at the fund created in 2007-2008 for solid waste management, energy systems, local roads and bridges, and planning and skills development projects on reserves.
An interim report that reviews the functioning of the FSIN and suggests ways to improve communication with and accountability to the Aboriginal people.
Child Welfare, vol. 91, no. 3, Services for Native Children and Families in North America, May/June 2012, pp. 173-190
Description
Looks at conditions and their implications in three areas: family formation, social support and background characteristics using data from the Fragile Families and Child Wellbeing Study.
Eagle Feather News, vol. 15, no. 5, May 2012, p. 1,3
Description
Looks at the 14th Annual SaskTel Aboriginal Youth Award ceremony and some sage advice from the recipients.
Article located on page 1 and continues by scrolling to page 3.
Using data for Montreal on Aboriginal peoples' interaction with criminal justice system explores two central hypotheses: high rates of offending and recidivism/reoffending are related to over-reliance on use imprisonment compounded by lack of appropriate services and programing; and lack of targeted prevention approach which takes into account that more Aboriginal people fall into socioeconomic group most vulnerable to involvement in the system.
Studies in American Indian Literatures, vol. 26, no. 2, Tribalography, Summer, 2014, pp. 13-25
Description
Discusses how LeAnne Howe’s writing combines historic and contemporary cross-cultural interactions to bridge the gaps between sovereignty, issues of land and place, history, and culture.
Entire issue on one pdf. To access article, scroll to page 13.
Journal of American Indian Education , vol. 51, no. 2, 2012, pp. 24-41
Description
Interview findings indicated that interviewees faced challenges relating to identity development, racism, and difficult circumstances at home and at school.
International Journal of Indigenous Health, vol. 9, no. 2, Inuit Health and Well-Being, 2012, pp. 6-24
Description
Interviews revealed recurring themes including climate change observations and impacts on physical, mental and emotional health including feelings of isolation and depression.
NOTE: Also published as Journal of Aboriginal Health, Summer, 2015.
Canadian Journal of Diabetes, vol. 36, no. 4, August 2012, pp. 175-180
Description
Three themes emerged from sharing circles involving 24 participants: balancing traditional/cultural ways with westernized medicine, lack of accessibility, and coping with the disease.
Tribal College Journal of American Indian Higher Education, vol. 26, no. 2, Workforce Development, Winter, 2014
Description
Presents research project results aimed to understand food environment of a tribal community and gives recommendations to facilitate healthier food choices.
ICET 2014 58th World Assembly: Moving Forward in Curriculum, Pedagogy and Leadership
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Author/Creator
Levon Ellen Blue
Mark Brimble
Peter Grootenboer
Description
Conference paper from ICET 2014 58th World Assembly: Moving Forward in Curriculum, Pedagogy and Leadership, June 16 to 19, 2014, University of Ontario Institute of Technology, Canada.
Scroll to page 90 to read material.
Cultural Survival Quarterly, vol. 36, no. 1, Sacred Places, Sacred Lifeways, March 2012, p. [?]
Description
Looks at injustices perpetrated by the Colombian government and mining companies and discusses how Karmen Ramirez is advocating for Indigenous issues and rights.
Recommendations based on literature review and responses to 71 survey questions. Survey included questions about substance use and addictions, history of sexual abuse, reasons for entering sex trade, and barriers to leaving it. Sample consisted of 14 current or former workers between the ages of 19 and 34.
Journal of Aboriginal Health, vol. 9, no. 1, November 2012, pp. 52-59
Description
Studies the use of opioid substitution therapy as treatment for prescription dependence.
Entire issue on one pdf. To access article, scroll to page 52.