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Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Maura Hanrahan
Canadian Journal of Native Studies, vol. 20, no. 2, 2000, pp. 231-250
Description
Argues that there is a fundamental relationship between the geophysical environment and Métis well-being, which is being threatened by government regulations and industrial development.
Information At Your Fingertips: Indigenous Australian Alcohol and Other Drugs Database
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Leah Councillor
Aboriginal and Islander Health Worker Journal, vol. 24, no. 5, September/October 2000, p. 13
Description
Briefly describes the resource: www.db.ndri.curtin/edu/au
Intellectual Property, Traditional Knowledge and Bioprospecting: Searching for Efficient Balance of Rights
Theses
Author/Creator
Aman Gebru
Description
Juridical Sciences Thesis (JSD)--University of Toronto, 2017.
Introduction
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Natale Zappia
American Indian Culture and Research Journal, vol. 41, no. 3, Indigenous Food Sovereignty, 2017, pp. 1-8
Description
Introduction to special issue on Indigenous food sovereignty.
The Inuit Food System: Ecological, Economic and the Environmental Dimensions of the Nutrition Transition
Theses
Author/Creator
Tiffannie Kenny
Description
Biology Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of Ottawa, 2017.
"It's huge in First Nation culture for us, as a school, to be a role model": Facilitators and Barriers Affecting School Nutrition Policy Implementation in Alexander First Nation
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Kris Murray
Alexander Research Committee
Anna Farmer
Katerina Maximova
Noreen Willows
International Journal of Indigenous Health, vol. 12, no. 2, 2017, pp. 43-63
Description
Comments on the importance of school nutrition policies to create a healthy learning environment for students and how to go about doing so.
A Land Not Forgotten: Indigenous Food Security and Land-Based Practices in Northern Ontario
E-Books
Author/Creator
Courtney W. Mason
Michael A. Robidoux
Joseph LeBlanc
Kristin Burnett
François Haman ... [et al.]
Linkage of Tuberculosis to Chromosome 2q35 Loci, Including NRAMP1 in a Large Aboriginal Canadian Family
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Celia M.T. Greenwood
T. Mary Fujiwara
Lucy J. Boothroyd
Mark A. Miller
Danielle Frappier
E. Anne Fanning
Erwin Schurr
Kenneth Morgan
American Journal of Human Genetics, vol. 67, no. 2, August 2000, pp. 405-416
Description
Study findings indicate significant linkage was present to support a role for NRAMP1 or genes closely linked to it in susceptibility to active tuberculosis disease.
Medicinal Plants and Phytomedicines. Linking Plant Biochemistry and Physiology to Human Health
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Donald P. Briskin
Plant Physiology, vol. 124, no. 2, 2000, pp. 507-514
Description
Looks at increased interest in the use and study of medicinal plants with a focus on five plants, Ginseng, St. John's Wort, Ginkgo, Kava, and Echinacea.
Mercury in the Traditional Diet of Indigenous Peoples in Canada
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Hing Man Chan
Olivier Receveur
Environmental Pollution, vol. 110, no. 1, October 2000, pp. 1-2
Description
Commentary states that the greatest concentrations of mercury were in those communities that had a higher usage of marine mammals as food.
Methylmecury and the Health of Indigenous Peoples: A Risk Management Challenge for Physical and Social Sciences and for Public Health Policy
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Brian Wheatley
Margaret A. Wheatley
Science of the Total Environment, vol. 259, no. 1-3, October 2, 2000, pp. 23-29
Description
Study attempts to achieve a balanced outcome in regards to a policy of human health and the sources of traditional foods.
[Native Teachings Are about a Way of Life]: Traditional Teachings
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Anishnawbe Health Toronto
Description
Series of eight brief brochures designed as primers for cultural practices related to health and healing.
Nutrition in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples: An Information Paper
E-Books
Author/Creator
National Health and Medical Research Council
Nutrition North Canada: Real Change is Yet to Come
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Michael Fitzgerald
Fred Hill
Northern Public Affairs, vol. 5, no. 1, Food (In)security in Northern Canada, April 2017, pp. 44-48
Description
Examines what the Liberal government has done since coming into power, in October 2015, for the Nutrition North Canada program.
NWT Report Urges Recognition for Aboriginal Healers
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
David Helwig
CMAJ: Canadian Medical Association Journal, vol. 162, no. 13, June 27, 2000, p. 1862
Description
Outlines recommendations found in Our Communities, Our Decisions: Let's Get On With It!, the final report of the Minister's Forum on Health and Social Services.
[Operation Water Spirit Thematic Units]: Grade Nine: Introduction and Directions
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Safe Drinking Water Foundation
[Operation Water Spirit Thematic Units]: Grade Seven: Unit Scope and Introduction
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Safe Drinking Water Foundation
[Operation Water Spirit Thematic Units]: Grade Two: Unit Scope and Introduction
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Safe Drinking Water Foundation
The Opinions of Ambulance Personnel Regarding Using a Heated Mattress for Patients Being Cared for in a Cold Climate - An Intervention Study in Ambulance Care
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Jonas Aléx
Tom Uppstu
Britt-Inger Saveman
International Journal of Circumpolar Health, vol. 76, 2017, p. article no. 1379305
Description
Ambulance personnel from northern Sweden rate their experiences as being positive for patient comfort.
Our Identities as Civic Power
Alternate Title
2017 State of Native Youth Report
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Center for Native American Youth at the Aspen Institute
[Erik R. Stegman
Amber Richardson
Josie Raphaelito
Aaron Slater
Bettina Gonzalez]
Description
Reports on the results of the Generation Indigenous (Gen-I) Online Roundtable Survey of Native American youth between the ages 18-24. Respondents were asked about their three top priorities, what they are doing to tackle their challenges, and some of the ways they are partnering with their community to build resilience.
Palaeopathology of Australian Aboriginals
Book Reviews
Author/Creator
Robert Paton
Aboriginal History, vol. 24, 2000, pp. 295-296
Description
Book review of: Palaeopathology of Australian Aboriginals by Stephen Webb.
Review located by scrolling to page 295.
Peroxisome Proliferator-Activated Receptor-γ2 P12A and Type 2 Diabetes in Canadian Oji-Cree
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Robert A. Hegele
Henian Cao
Stewart B. Harris
Bernard Zinman
Anthony J. G. Hanley
Carol M. Anderson
Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism, vol. 85, no. 5, May 2000, pp. 2014-2019
Description
Explains that at least two genes are involved in determining susceptibility of the disease in the Oji-Cree.
Phytochemical Discovery of Antifeedant, Antimicrobial and Antimalarial Principles
Theses
Author/Creator
Semir Omar
Description
Biology Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of Ottawa, 2000.
Prediction of the Size of Unerupted Canines and Premolars in a Northern Manitoban Aboriginal Population
Theses
Author/Creator
Ivan Michael Brian Hucal
Description
Dental Diagnostic and Surgical Sciences Thesis (M.Sc.)--The University of Manitoba, 2000.
A Preliminary Case Study of Perceptions of Access to Ethnomedicine in the Environment in the Mi'kmaq Community of Indian Brook
Theses
Author/Creator
Joanne R. Pereira
Description
Environmental Studies Thesis (M.E.S.)--Dalhousie University, 2000.
Primary Prevention of Type 2 Diabetes in High-Risk Populations
Alternate Title
Editorial: Primary Prevention of Type 2 Diabetes in High Risk Populations
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Stewart B. Harris
Bernard Zinman.
Diabetes Care, vol. 23, no. 7, July 2000, pp. 879-881
Description
Recommends community-based and culturally appropriate interventions to combat epidemic proportions of this disease caused by genetic susceptibility combined with rapid transition in lifestyle.
Profiling the eNuk Program
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Alexandra Sawatzky
Ashlee Cunsolo
Oliver Cook
Dan Gillis
Inez Shiwak ... [et al.]
Northern Public Affairs, vol. 5, no. 2, Innovations in Community Health and Wellness, July 2017, pp. 18-22
Description
Looks at Inuit strategy for monitoring and responding to the impacts of environmental change on health and wellbeing in Rigolet, Nunatsiavut.
Qaqamiigux "to hunt for food and collect plants; subsistence": Head Start Traditional Foods Preschool Curriculum
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Moses Dirks
Julia Sargent
Tracy Stewart
Suanne Unger
Description
Provides series of lessons and activities to teach nutritional value of local, traditional foods. Structured into six units according to animals and plants found in the region.
Responding to Concerning Posts on Social Media: Insights and Solutions from American Indian and Alaska Native Youth
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Jesse Gritton
Stephanie Craig Rushing
David Stephens
Thomas Ghost Dog
Bradley Kerr ... [et al.]
American Indian and Alaska Native Health Research, vol. 24, no. 3, 2017, pp. 63-87
Description
Describes how a sample of adolescents interpreted and acted upon disclosures of depressive symptoms and suicidal ideation on Facebook or Twitter and what resources they felt were needed.
Risks and Impacts to First Nation Health and the Mount Polley Mine Tailings Dam Failure
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Janis Shandro
Laura Jokinen
Alison Stockwell
Francesco Mazzei
Mirko S. Winkler
International Journal of Indigenous Health, vol. 12, no. 2, 2017, pp. 84-102
Description
Describes findings from the Mount Polley Mine Health Impact Assessment including which communities were impacted by the breached dam.
The Role of Mother Earth in Shaping the Health of Anishinabek: A Geographical Exploration of Culture, Health and Place
Theses
Author/Creator
Kathleen Joan Wilson
Description
Geography Thesis (Ph.D.)--Queen's University, 2000.
Sacred Smokes in Circumboreal Countries: An Ethnobotanical Exploration
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Marie-Françoise Guédon
The Northern Review, no. 22, Winter, 2000, pp. 29-42
Description
Explores the more than 150 plants that are or were used ritually or medicinally smoked or smudged in northern North America.
Searching for Haknip Achukma (Good Health): Challenges to Food Sovereignty Initiatives in Oklahoma
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Devon Mihesuah
American Indian Culture and Research Journal , vol. 41, no. 3, Indigenous Food Sovereignty, 2017, pp. 9-30
Description
Looks at reasons for the population's poor health and difficulties encountered when a tribes try to control production, quality and distribution of food. Some of the issues include definition of "traditional food", access, environmental degradation, poaching and invasive species.
La Sécurité Alimentaire des Inuit au Nunavik: analyse de la Sécurisation du Régime Foncier issu de la Convention de la Baie James et du Nord Québécois
Theses
Author/Creator
Simon Picard
p. 176
Description
Law Thesis (LL.M.)--Université Laval, 2000.
Snow Goggles
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Amelia Fay
Canada's History, vol. 97, no. 1, February/March 2017, p. 17
Description
Brief article contains a photograph of an early 20th century set of snow goggles, probably from the Caribou Inuit in Nunavut.
Spirituality, Holism and Healing among the Lakota Sioux: Towards an Understanding of Indigenous Medicine
Theses
Author/Creator
Jonathan H. Ellerby
Description
Native Studies Thesis (M.A.)--The University of Manitoba, 2000.
Stories of Yukon Food Security
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Jody Butler Walker
Norma Kassi
Katelyn Friendship
Molly Pratt
Northern Public Affairs, vol. 5, no. 1, Food (In)security in Northern Canada, April 2017, pp. 33-38
Description
Comments on the high rate of food insecurity, almost 20% of children.
Stories That Nourish: Minnesota Anishinaabe Wild Rice Narratives
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Amelia V. Katanski
American Indian Culture and Research Journal , vol. 41, no. 3, Indigenous Food Sovereignty, 2017, pp. 71-91
Description
Looks at how works by writers such as Jim Northrup, Heid Erdrich, Linda LeGarde Grover, and Gerald Vizenor illustrate the connection between story, culture, and knowledge.
"Straight from the Heavens into Your Bucket": Domestic Rainwater Harvesting as a Measure to Improve Water Security in a Subarctic Indigenous Community
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Nicholas Mercer
Maura Hanrahan
International Journal of Circumpolar Health, vol. 76, 2017, p. article no. 1312223
Description
Discusses project to improve water access for the Inuit community of Black Tickle-Domino, Labrador.
Task-dependent Cold Stress During Expeditions in Antarctic Environments
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Drew M. Morris
June J. Pilcher
Robert B. Power
International Journal of Circumpolar Health, vol. 76, 2017, pp. 1-7
Description
Looks at health and safety risks in the polar tourism industry in the Antarctic.
Thinking Food Security "Outside the Box"
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Johanna Tuglavina
Northern Public Affairs, vol. 5, no. 1, Food (In)security in Northern Canada, April 2017, pp. 42-43
Description
Comments on locals needing the same good quality food as the employees living and working at the mine site.
Traditional Animal Foods of Indigenous Peoples of Northern North America: the Contributions of Wildlife Diversity to the Subsistence and Nutrition of Indigenous Cultures
Web Sites » Organizations
Author/Creator
Harriet V. Kuhnlein
Murray M. Humphries
Description
Web publication describes and references published literature. Presents data for 527 species, drawing from over 490 ethnographic sources, and additional 91 unique sources reporting nutritional information, and 357 sources containing basic biological information.
Traditional Foods Are Healthy Foods
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Chelsey Andrews
Description
Includes colouring pages, nutritional information, tips for preparation and recipes using plants and animals found in the Northwest Territories.
The Use of Technology to Improve Health Care to Saskatchewan's First Nations Communities
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
I. Khan
N. Ndubuka
K. Stewart
V. McKinney
I. Mendez
Canada Communicable Disease Report, vol. 43, no. 6, Indigenous Health, June 1, 2017, pp. 120-124
Description
Includes discussion of pilot projects, literature review, and results of consultations with staff from the Northern Inter-Tribal Health Authority and physicians serving in northern communities.
Use of Traditional Health Practices Among Native Americans in a Primary Care Setting
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Dedra Buchwald
Janette Beals
Spero M. Manson
Medical Care, vol. 38, no. 12, December 2000, pp. 1191-1199
Description
Study examines the extent these practices are used by urban patients, identifies related characteristics, associations with health status and functioning and attitudes about care provided.
Vitamin C in the Inuit Diet: Past and Present
Theses
Author/Creator
Karen Fediuk
Description
Dietetics and Human Nutrition Thesis (M.Sc.)--McGill University, 2000.
Voice of the Drum: Indigenous Education and Culture
E-Books
Author/Creator
Marie Eshkibok-Trudeau
Paula MaIlea
Dale Lakevold
Darrell Racine
James [Sa'ke'j] Youngblood Henderson ...
Angayuqaq Oscar Kawagley
Brenda Isabel Wastasecoot
Carolyn Kenny
Cathy Wheaton ...
Natalie Tays ...
Paul Chartrand ...
Marlene Brant Castellano
Waiting for Trees to Grow: The Dao and Resource Conflicts in Ba Vi National Park
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Tran Thi Lanh
Indigenous Affairs, no. 4, Indochina, October/November/December 2000, pp. 48-55
Description
Article discusses conflicts that have arisen from community relocation and conflicting priorities between the national government and local villagers.
To access this article, scroll down to page 48.
Women's Right to Food in the City: Indigenous Single Mothers Confronting Unjust Foodscapes, Poverty, and Racism in Winnipeg
Theses
Author/Creator
Cheryl Veronica Sobie
Description
Environment and Geography Thesis (M.A.)--University of Manitoba, 2017.