Discusses the results of a cross-case study of 39 regional partnerships in the Great Lakes region. Found six factors influence willingness to stay engaged: respect for Indigenous knowledge, control of knowledge mobilization, intergenerational involvement, self-determination, cross-cultural education, and early involvement.
Looks at shortcomings of the current system, provides statistical data, and advocates for changes that will reduce the number of children in care.
Follow-up to the 2016 report.
Wicazo Sa Review, vol. 32, no. 2, Fall, 2017, pp. 115-122
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Essay situates the #NoDAPL movement to stop the Dakota Access Pipeline (DAPL), within the historical context and the longer histories of Oceti Sakowin resistance against the trespass of settlers, dams, and pipelines across the Mni Sose, the Missouri River, and into Sioux territory.
University of British Columbia Law Review, vol. 33, no. 1, 1999, pp. 53-74
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Discusses Indian Affairs Branch decision to advocate for limited exemption from overseas combat service in cases where verbal agreements had been reached concerning military participation during the course of negotiations for Treaties 3,6,8, and 11.
Purpose of study was to identify barriers to filing and benefit uptake. Conducted 12 discussion groups with community and band council members in six Indigenous communities (Sunchild First Nation, Sagamok Anishnawbek First Nation, Cree Nation of Mistissini, Sheshatshiu Innu First Nation, K’atl’odeeche First Nation, Fort Nelson First Nation); and 42 in-depth telephone interviews with intermediaries
Final revision date: July 28, 2017.
Assessment of the costs and benefits associated with the conclusion of the Nisga'a Final Agreement, the implications of the terms of that Agreement for future negotiations, as well as impacts of treaty settlements and self-government generally in the province.
"Examines the state of First Nation government tax powers and their potential for generating increased revenues." Mainly discusses economic and political barriers to taxation by First Nations.
Geography Thesis (Ph.D.)--Wilfrid Laurier University, 2017.
Focuses on the Six Nations of the Grand River, Oneida Nation of the Thames, and Mississaugas of the New Credit First Nation.
Reports results of document search and interviews with representatives from regional First nations data governance centres. Focus of environment scan and research included: state and history of initiatives, regional considerations around the government-First Nation relationship, and regional data sovereignty, Nation building and intergovernmental relationships.
Race, Ethnicity and Education, vol. 20, no. 4, 2017, pp. 446-462
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"Article provides guidance to curriculum designers, textbook writers, teachers and administrators participating in the decolonization of education in Canada".
Purpose of study was to examine the development, impact and effectives of the Department of Indian Affairs and Northern Development's Post-Secondary, Indian Studies, and University and College Entrance programs. Research design included literature review, database analysis, regional survey reviews, national telephone survey, and national analysis.
Anglican Journal, vol. 126, no. 8, October 2000, p. 1
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Alvin Tolley, an Algonquin who attended a residential school, forms Organization of United Reborn Survivors with the goal of forming alliance with churches to demand establishment of independent tribunal.
Indigenous Affairs, no. 4, Indochina, October/November/December 2000, pp. 56-65
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Analyzes demographic, environmental and economic changes that have impacted the indigenous people of Vietnam's Central Highlands.
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Developed by the Government of Saskatchewan to help identify priorities and future actions concerning Aboriginal people in the areas of education, training, employment and community well-being.
Looks at politics and practices of cross cultural communication by examining the historical and current status of American Indians as subjects and participants in the educational system.
Canadian Bar Review, vol. 79, no. 1, February 2000, pp. 196-224
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Argues that the Crown has a repsponsility to make good faith efforts to negotiate agreements specifiying the rights of the parties when it engages in actions which effect Aboriginal interests so that disputes do not end up in litigation.