Articles » General
Author/Creator
Doug Cuthand
Star-Phoenix, May 1, 2009, p. A11
Description
Discusses the long history First Nations people have had with epidemics often due to crowded living conditions and poverty.
First Nations Population Health & Wellness Agenda
E-Books
Author/Creator
Office of the Provincial Health Officer British Columbia
First Nations Health Authority (FNHA)
Description
Related material: Summary of Findings.
First Nations Prime Ground for H1N1 Pandemic
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Doug Cuthand
Star-Phoenix, June 19, 2009, p. A11
Description
Contends that the possible H1N1 pandemic will hit First Nations people hard due to poor housing, cramped living conditions, and lack of running water.
First Nations Youth Smoking: Factors Associated with Resilience
Alternate Title
FNIGC Research Series
E-Books
Author/Creator
First Nations Information Governance Centre (FNIGC)
Fleury's Book Opens New Chapter
Articles » General
Author/Creator
John Lagimodiere
Eagle Feather News, vol. 12, no. 12, December 2009, p. 1,31
Description
Profiles Métis hockey player, Theo Fleury, and his new book which reveals his abuse, addictions, and fight for sobriety.
Article found on page 1 and scrolling to page 31.
FNLED: Quebec First Nations Labour and Employment Development Survey = EDMEPN: Enquête sur le développement de la main-d’œuvre et de l’emploi chez les Premières Nations
Alternate Title
Booklet 1: Sociodemographic Profile and Life Course
Booklet 2: Culture, Identity, Language and Wellness
Booklet 4: Education, Skills and Aspirations
Booklet 5: Occupation and Employment
Booklet 6: Income and Needs Satisfaction
Booklet 7: Methodology
Highlights
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
[Mathieu-Olivier Côté]
[Jasmine Sawadogo]
[Nicolas Couet]
Follow-up Report to the Canadian Human Rights Commission on the Human Rights of the Innu of Labrador
E-Books
Author/Creator
Celeste McKay Consulting
Donald McRae
Description
Related material: 2002 Report.
Food (In)Security: Food Policy and Vulnerability in Kugaaruk, Nunavut
Theses
Author/Creator
Merissa Daborn
Description
Native Studies Thesis (M.A.)--University of Alberta, 2017.
Food Insecurity among Inuit Living in Inuit Nunangat
Alternate Title
Aboriginal Peoples Survey, 2012
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Paula Arriagada
Insights on Canadian Society, February 1, 2017, pp. 1-12
Description
Statistics for adults aged 25 and over from the 2012 Aboriginal Peoples Survey.
The Food Mail Pilot Projects: Achievements and Challenges
E-Books
Author/Creator
Jody B. Glacken
Frederick Hill
Food Security and Mining in Nunatsiavut
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Suzanne Mills
Johanna Tuglavina
Deborah Simmons
Russell Claus
Northern Public Affairs, vol. 5, no. 1, Food (In)security in Northern Canada, April 2017, pp. 39-41
Description
Comments on Statistics Canada data reporting 42% of adult Inuit in Nunatsiavut had experienced food insecurity in the previous 12 months.
Food Security in Nunavut: A Knowledge Sharing Tool for Policy and Decision-makers
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Qaujigiartiit Arctic Health Research Network Nunavut (AHRN)
Description
Contains a review of the literature, summary of programs and initiatives, list of individuals working to address food insecurity, media reports, and references and resources.
Food Stories: A Labrador Inuit-Metis Community Speaks about Global Change
Theses
Author/Creator
Debbie Holly Martin
Description
Interdisciplinary Thesis (Ph.D.)--Dalhousie University, 2009.
Forced or Coerced Sterilization in Canada: An Overview of Recommendations for Moving Forward
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Chaneesa Ryan
Abrar Ali
Christine Shawana
International Journal of Indigenous Health, vol. 16, no. 1, Honouring the Sacred Fire: Ending Systemic Racism toward Indigenous Peoples, 2021, pp. 275-290
Description
Looks at the underlining causes of and recommendations to address the forced or coerced sterilization of Indigenous women in Canada.
Foreword
Alternate Title
Healing Traditions: The Mental Health of Aboriginal Peoples in Canada
E-Books » Chapters
Author/Creator
Georges Henry Erasmus
Description
Introduces the subject of the book.
Foreword from Healing Traditions: The Mental Health of Aboriginal Peoples in Canada edited by Laurence J. Kirmayer, Gail Guthrie Valaskakis.
To locate article, scroll to page xi.
Foreword - Indigenous Healing Past and Present: Exploding Persistent Binaries
Alternate Title
Explorations in Mental Health Series
Indigenous Cultures and Mental Health Counselling: Four Directions for Integration With Counselling Psychology
E-Books » Chapters
Author/Creator
Joseph P. Gone
Description
Foreword in the book: Indigenous Cultures and Mental Health Counselling: Four Directions for Integration With Counselling Psychology edited by Suzanne L. Stewart, Roy Moodley and Ashley Hyatt.
Looks at mental health policies, practices and institutions in Aboriginal communities.
Forty Years of Research Concerning Children and Youth in Greenland: A Mapping Review
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Mia Glendøs
Peter Berliner
International Journal of Circumpolar Health, vol. 76, 2017, p. article no. 1323526
Description
Looks at subjects researched and how research has changed from 1976 to 2016.
Frantz Fanon and the Decolonization of Psychiatry
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Tony B. Benning
Canadian Journal of Native Studies, vol. 37, no. 2, 2017, pp. 1-10
Description
Professional commentary in which the author describes how psychiatrists working with Indigenous people in Canada can draw on Fanon’s work on the intersections of colonialism, racism, and psychiatry in order to provide higher quality mental health care services.
Freedom Foods
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Nora Lawrence
Cultural Survival Quarterly, vol. 33, no. 3, Native Womens Hidden Reality, Fall, 2009
Description
Comments on "food security" or "food sovereignty" movements that are popping up across North America to address health and cultural problems in Indigenous communities.
From Breath to Beadwork: Lessons Learned From a Trauma- Informed Yoga Series With Indigenous Adolescent Girls Under Youth Protection
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Jessica W. G. Barudin
International Journal of Indigenous Health, vol. 16, no. 1, Honouring the Sacred Fire: Ending Systemic Racism toward Indigenous Peoples, 2021, pp. 21-37
Description
Examines the use of culture with yoga and meditation as means to help at-risk Indigenous youth.
From Dene Kedǝ to Dene Ts’ılı̨: Rethinking Resurgence in the Sahtú Region, Northwest Territories
Alternate Title
From Dene Kedǝ to Dene Ts'ı̨lı̨- Knowledge Synthesis Report
E-Books
Author/Creator
Faun Rice
Keren Rice
Deborah Simmons
Walter BezhaJordan
Jordan Lennie ... [et al.]
From Stilettos to Moccasins
Media » Film and Video
Author/Creator
Violet Naytowhow
CIHR Project Research
Description
Presents a music video that was developed from the findings of a CIHR Project that examined the role of identity and stigma in Aboriginal women's healing from illicit drug abuse in Canada.
From Treaties to Reserves: The Federal Government and Native Peoples in Territorial Alberta, 1870-1905; From Treaty Peoples to Treaty Nation: A Road Map for All Canadians
Book Reviews
Author/Creator
Jean Barman
Canada's History, vol. 97, no. 3, June-July 2017, pp. 119-120
Description
Book reviews of From Treaties to Reserves by D. J. Hall and From Treaty Peoples to Treaty Nation by Greg Poelzer and Ken S. Coates.
From Visions to Actions: The Second Forum on Social Determinants of Aboriginal Health
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
National Collaborating Centre for Aboriginal Health (NCCAH)
Description
Identifies how an integrated approach to health can be be supported.
Accompanying video.
The Frontline of Revitalization: Influences Impacting Aboriginal Helpers
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Suzy Goodleaf
Wanda Gabriel
First Peoples Child & Family Review, vol. 4, no. 2, 2009, pp. 18-29
Description
Looks at the challenges of revitalization for Aboriginal helpers, elders, counsellors, social workers, police and teachers to change destructive and abusive patterns to healing, and revitalize Aboriginal identity and culture.
[[The Future of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Broadcasting: Conversation & Convergence Series: Iqualuit Gathering, April 12, 2017]
Media » Sound Recordings
Author/Creator
Jack Anawak
Claude Grenier
Salome Avva
Geneviève Bonin-Labelle
Anne Crawford
Madeleine D'Argencourt … [et al.]
Description
Includes links to program, summary, speeches, and audio of two panel discussions.
Part 1: Community Radio speech by Jack Anawak.
Part 2: Panel discussion: Regional Radio: Taqramiut Nipingat Inc.(TNI) and CBC North featuring Claude Grenier, Salome Avva and Patrick Nagle.
Part 3: Speech by George Hickes, Nunavut Minister responsible for Health and Suicide Prevention.
Part 4: Panel discussion: Inuit Broadcasting Corporation, CFRT-FM, and TV Nunavut featuring Fanny He, Madeleine d'Agencourt, and Charlotte DeWolff.
Gashkiwidoon Tookit: COVID-19 Vaccine Implementation
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Indigenous Primary Health Care Council
Description
Topics include collaboration with heathcare providers, communication strategies, determining vaccine numbers, clinic implementation, and vaccination after care.
Gender and Place Influences on Health Risk Perspectives in Northern Canadian Aboriginal Communities
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Cynthia G. Jardine
Amanda D. Boyd
Christopher M. Furgal
Gender, Place & Culture: A Journal of Feminist Geography, vol. 16, no. 2, April 2009, pp. 201-223
Description
Presents a study that looks at health and environmental risk perspectives associated with gender and place in two sets of northern Canadian Aboriginal communities.
Gendered Indigenous Health and Wellbeing within the Australian Health System: A Review of the Literature
E-Books
Author/Creator
Bronwyn Fredericks
Carolyn Daniels
Jenni Judd
Roxanne Bainbridge
Kathleen Clapham ... [et al.]
Geographical Inequalities in Colorectal Cancer Survival: Possible Implications for Indigenous People
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Peter Baade
Gavin Turrell
Joanne Aitken
Aboriginal & Islander Health Worker Journal, vol. 33, no. 6, November/December 2009, pp. 9-14
Description
Discusses the second most commonly diagnosed cancer in Australia and survival rates for those living in remote locations.
Gestational Diabetes and First Nations Women: A Literature Review
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
First Nations Centre
National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO)
Description
Commentary on diabetes during pregnancy and the short-term and long-term adverse effects for both mother and child.
Gestational Risks and Psychiatric Disorders Among Indigenous Adolescents
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Les B. Whitbeck
Devan M. Crawford
Community Mental Health Journal, vol. 45, no. 1, February 2009, pp. 62-72
Description
Discusses effects of prenatal binge drinking, cigarette smoking, drug use, and pregnancy complications in the Midwest and Canada.
Ghanaian Indigenous Health Practices: The Use of Herbs
Theses
Author/Creator
Isaac Nortey Darko
Description
Sociology and Equity Studies in Education Thesis (M.A.)--Ontario Institute for Studies in Education of the University of Toronto, 2009.
Gitxsan Phrase Book for Health Care Providers [Volume 1]
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Northwest East Aboriginal Health Improvement Committee
Description
Includes terms such as greetings, health phrases, community terms, people, and leaders.
Volume II.
Giving Voice to Cultural Safety of Indigenous Wildland Firefighters in Canada: Final Report
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Turtle Island Consulting Services
Description
Reports results from an online survey (102 respondents) and four virtual circle sessions. Findings grouped under organizational characteristics, work-related illnesses/injuries, and work experiences. Concludes with areas for future research and program and policy recommendations.
Gladue Sentencing Principles
Web Sites » Organizations
Author/Creator
Tripartite Working Group of the National Aboriginal Court Worker Program
Description
"This curriculum is developed for the purposes instructing Aboriginal Court Workers on how to integrate Gladue Principles into speaking to sentence for an Aboriginal client."
Glass Half Empty? Year 1 Progress toward Resolving Drinking Water Advisories in Nine First Nations in Ontario
Alternate Title
Glass Half Empty? Year One Progress toward Resolving Drinking Water Advisories in Nine First Nations in Ontario
E-Books
Author/Creator
Jessica Lukawiecki
Description
Communities assessed: Constance Lake First Nation, North Spirit Lake, Slate Falls Nation, Anishinabe of Wauzhushk Onigum, Shoal Lake 40, Obashkaandagaang, Wawakapewin First Nation, Northwest Angle No. 33, and Nibinamik First Nation.
Glomerulonephritis and Managing the Risks of Chronic Renal Disease
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Gurmeet R. Singh
Pediatric Clinics of North America, vol. 56, no. 6, Health Issues in Indigenous Children: An Evidence Based Approach for the General Pediatrician, December 2009, pp. 1363-1382
Description
Looks at aspects of kidney diseases in Indigenous populations in Canada, the United States, New Zealand and Australia.
Going Back to the Roots: Using the Medicine Wheel in the
Healing Process
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Robert C. Twigg
Thomas Hengen
First Peoples Child & Family Review, vol. 4, no. 1, 2009, pp. 10-19
Description
Looks at how Building A Nation (BAN), a program located in the core neighbourhood of Saskatoon, provides therapy services using the medicine wheel as a learning and teaching tool in dealing with unhealthy life choices and managing healthy lives.
Greenlandic Patients with Colorectal Cancer: Symptomatology, Primary Investigations and Differences in Diagnostic Intervals between Nuuk and the Rest of the Country
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Johan Tolstrup
Rasmus Chemnitz Madsen
Maria Vandborg Sneftrup
Birgit Niclasen
International Journal of Circumpolar Health, vol. 76, 2017, p. article no. 1344086
Description
Studies first consultation until referral, referral until diagnosis and first consultation until diagnosis.
Grief Calls Us to the Things of This World
Alternate Title
Face
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Sherman Alexie
Description
Poem from the collection Face.
Grinding Poverty Lies at Heart of AIDS Crisis
Alternate Title
Grinding Poverty Lies at Heart of Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome Crisis
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Doug Cuthand
Star-Phoenix, March 27, 2009, p. A11
Description
Argues that poverty plays a huge role in the rising number of AIDS cases within the Saskatchewan Aboriginal community.
Growing Up Healthy: A Resource Booklet for First Nations and Métis Parents in Manitoba
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
National Collaborating Centre for Aboriginal Health (NCCAH)
Description
Discusses how to keep children healthy through nutrition and physical activity. Adapted from the BC booklet Growing Up Healthy published in 2013.
A Guide to STS Problem Solving and Informed Social Action in Indigenous Communities
Alternate Title
A Guide to Problem Solving and Informed Social Action in Indigenous Communities
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Ken Bryson
Indigenous Policy Journal, vol. 28, no. 1, Summer, 2017, p. [?]
Description
Guide developed using The Science, Technology and Society (STS) Panels to provide awareness and solve community issues where the three meet.
A Guide To Wise Practices For HIV/AIDS Education and Prevention Programs
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Marg Penney
Melanie Rivers
Jada-Gabrielle Pape
Description
Presents both local and international ideas from successful projects and strategies which assist with community program planning and implementation.
Gum yan asing Kaangas giidaay han hll guudang gas ga. I Will Never Again Feel That I Am Less Than: Indigenous Health Care Providers’ Perspectives on Ending Racism in Health Care
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Madeleine Kétéskwēw Dion Stout
Cornelia (Nel) Wieman
Lisa Bourque Bearskin
Becky C. Palmer
Lauren Brown ...
Namaste Marsden
International Journal of Indigenous Health, vol. 16, no. 1, Honouring the Sacred Fire: Ending Systemic Racism toward Indigenous Peoples, 2021, pp. 13-20
Description
Using personal experiences to address colonialism and the systematic racism within the Canadian health care system.
H1N1 Just One Epidemic Facing Indian Country
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Doug Cuthand
Star-Phoenix, October 02, 2009, p. A11
Description
Discusses the difficulties regarding jurisdictional responsibility for the health care epidemics facing Aboriginal Peoples.
Hā Ora: Reflecting on a Kaupapa Māori Community-Engaged Co-design Approach to Lung Cancer Research
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Jacquie Kidd
Shemana Cassim
Anna Rolleston
Rawiri Keenan
Ross Lawrenson ... [et al.]
International Journal of Indigenous Health, vol. 16, no. 2, Wisdom of the Elders: Honouring Spiritual Laws in Indigenous Knowledge, 2021, pp. 192-207
Description
Examines barriers to detecting early signs of Lung Cancer for Māori living in rural communities.
Harm Reduction Services for Indigenous People Who Use Drugs: Questions and Answers
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Canadian HIV/AIDS Legal Network
Description
Provides information on services such as needle and syringe programs, safer drug services, and opoid substitution therapy (e.g. methadone) and naloxone.
The Hayward Indian School: Realities of an Off-Reservation Boarding School
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Titus Overturf
Description
Focuses on the daily routine, curriculum, health standards, and students' acts of resistance at the school.