Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Jason Brown
Dilly Knol
Sonia Prevost-Derbecker
Kelly Andrushko
First Peoples Child & Family Review, vol. 3, no. 2, Special Issue: Adolescent Development, Mental Health, and Promising Research Directions , 2007, pp. 56-64
Description
Found that homeless youth wanted more than just a place to sleep, they wanted a home that was safe, nurturing and long-term. The article also mentions the need for the expansion of community-based and community-driven housing.
Housing Needs of American Indians and Alaska Natives in Tribal Areas: A Report from the Assessment of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian Housing Needs
Alternate Title
Housing Needs of American Indians and Alaska Natives in Urban Areas: A Report from the Assessment of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian Housing Needs
Housing Needs of Native Hawaiians: A Report from the Assessment of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian Housing Needs
Mortgage Lending on Tribal Land: A Report from the Assessment of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian Housing Needs
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Nancy Pindus
G. Thomas Kingsley
Jennifer Biess
Diane Levey
Jasmine Simington ... [et al.]
Description
If Reindeer Could Fly: Dreams and Real Solutions For Aboriginal Children
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Cindy Blackstock
Education Canada, vol. 47, no. 1, Making Space For Critical Reflection: Dreams & Solutions for Aboriginal Children, Winter, 2007, pp. 4-8
Description
Looks at the current child welfare system in Canada.
Indigenous Housing Employment Benchmarking Study
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
James Burr
Steve Pomeroy
Description
Reports results from a survey of 135 housing providers to check status of Indigenous employment, obtain information on training experiences, and gauge how organizations were coping as housing agreements expired.
Includes 11 case studies: Lloydminster Métis Housing Group; Tawaak Housing Association; Native People of Sudbury Development Corporation; Native Inter-Tribal Housing Co-operative; Kinew Housing Incorporated; Namerind Housing Corporation; Centre d’Amité Autochtone de Val d’Or; Metis Urban Housing Corporation; Cariboo Friendship Society; Grey Mountain Housing Society; and Skigen-Elnoog H
Inuit Statistical Profile [2006]
Alternate Title
Inuit in Canada: A Statistical Profile
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
[Heather Tait
Melissa Nepton-Riverin
Craig Clark]
Description
Information on language, housing conditions, health indicators, perceptions of water quality, harvesting and country food, education, employment, and use of communication technology.
Kava and After in the Nhulunbuy (Gulf of Carpenteria) Hinterland
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Helen Hughes
Issue Analysis, no. 88, October 08, 2007, pp. [1]-[12]
Description
Comments on the use of Kava and the effects of its discontinuation in 2007.
[Letter about discriminatory City of Montreal policies involving homeless Indigenous people]
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Nakuset
Rachael Deutsch
Véronique Picard
Description
Argues that several bylaws should be removed because they represent social and racial profiling, and are overly and wrongfully used, affecting the well-being of a venerable population..
Little Voices of Nunavut: A Study of Women's Homelessness North of 60: Territorial Report
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
[Shylah Elliott
Rian van Bruggen
Judie Bopp]
Description
Data was gathered from women experiencing or at risk for homelessness, service providers, policy makers and program managers. Highlights findings with respect to determinants and impact of homelessness, policy and bureaucratic practice environment, and gaps in service provision. Concludes with 14 recommendations.
A Longitudinal Study of Welfare Exit among American Indian Families
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Shanta Pandey
Baorong Guo
Social Work Research, vol. 31, no. 2, June 2007, pp. 95-107
Description
Examines the Navajo Nation, San Carlos, and Salt River reservations in Arizona and how these areas, unlike the rest of the nation, have not had a decline in welfare caseloads.
Mold in Housing: Information for First Nation Builders and Renovators
Alternate Title
Mold in Housing Series
Mould in Housing Series
Mould in Housing: Information For First Nation Builders and Renovators
E-Books
Author/Creator
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC)
Description
Revised version. Originally published in 2011.
Mold in Housing: Information for First Nation Housing Managers
Alternate Title
Mold in Housing Series
Mould in Housing Series
Mould in Housing: Information For First Nation Housing Managers
E-Books
Author/Creator
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC)
Description
Revised version. Originally published in 2011.
Native Counselling Services of Alberta
Web Sites » Organizations
Author/Creator
Native Counselling Services of Alberta
Description
Organization aims to assist in the holistic development and wellness of Aboriginal individuals, families and communities.
Native Leaders Ask: Where's Our Canada?
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Paul Barnsley
Windspeaker, vol. 25, no. 1, April 2007, p. 8
Description
Aboriginal leaders, including National Chief Phil Fontaine of the Assembly of First Nations, are frustrated at the Canadian government's lack of concern for the living conditions of its Aboriginal peoples.
Entire issue on one pdf. To access article scroll to p.8.
Native Women's Association of Canada
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.
Niiwin Wendaanimak Four Winds Wellness Program Evaluation Report
Alternate Title
Niiwin Wendaanimak Four Winds Wellness Program: Enhanced Health & Community Services for Homeless and At-Risk Aboriginal Populations
Four Winds Wellness Program Evaluation Report
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
[Michelle Firestone]
[Amy Katz]
[Tessa Jourdain]
[Janet Smylie]
[Jessica Syrette]
Description
Program designed for homeless and under-housed Indigenous peoples living in the downtown mid-west Toronto area. Evaluation consisted of environmental scan, developing a client profile, key informant interviews and focus groups.
No Home in a Homeland : Indigenous Peoples and Homelessness in the Canadian North
E-Books
Author/Creator
Julia Christensen
The Northern Sustainable House: An Innovative Design Process
Alternate Title
Research Report (Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation)
Research Report. External Research Program
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC)
Research Report (Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation)
Description
Describes process of developing design for two versions of a culturally appropriate and energy efficient house. One community was located in the Yukon, the other in Nunavut.
Nunavut Census Occupied Dwelling Counts, 2011 and 2016 (Revised)
Alternate Title
Nunavut Total Private Dwellings and Occupied Private Dwellings by Usual Residents, Region and Community, 2001 and 2016 Censuses
Data » Tables
Author/Creator
Nunavut Bureau of Statistics
Description
Source: Statistics Canada, 2011 and 2016 Censuses of Population, Catalogue 98-402-X2016001.
Nunavut Residential Construction Investment, 1999 to 2016
Alternate Title
Nunavut Investment in Residential Construction, 1999 to 2016
Data » Tables
Author/Creator
Nunavut Bureau of Statistics
Description
Source: Statistics Canada, Residential Construction Investment, CANSIM (Canadian Socio-Economic Information Management System) Table 026-0013.
Plain Talk 8: First Nations Quality of Life
Alternate Title
It's Our Time: First Nations Tool Kit
Plain Talk ; 8
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
[Assembly of First Nations]
Description
Looks at perspective as an important aspect when defining quality of life and provides 10 components of First Nation quality of life.
Policy Options Paper for an Urban and Rural Indigenous Housing Strategy: Final Report
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Cassandra Vink
Description
Academic and grey literature review conducted on: key issues; principles and desired outcomes; recent historical programs and policies; program and policy recommendations; and international program and policy examples. Options were then examined to determine whether they aligned with principles and desired outcomes, as well as feasibility and viability in current social context.
Prevalence and Associated Risk Factors of Chronic Bronchitis in First Nations People
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Punam Pahwa
Chandima P. Karunanayake
Donna C. Rennie
Joshua A. Lawson
Vivian R. Ramsden ... [et al.]
BMC Pulmonary Medicine, vol. 17, 2017, pp. [1]-10
Description
A study on the determinants that impact the prevalence of chronic bronchitis among Indigenous people compared to the rest of the Canadian population.
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.
The Rainy Day Project
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Nigel Kidd
Description
"A new and innovative program which seeks to assist those members of the Aboriginal community who are struggling with money management issues by utilizing a pro-active & interactive approach."
REEES: Quebec First Nations Regional Early Childhood, Education and Employment Survey: Overview of the Unemployed
E-Books
Author/Creator
[Isabel Rojas Martel]
Religious and Spiritual Practices among Homeless Urban American Indians and Alaska Natives with Severe Alcohol Problems
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Dennis C. Wendt
Susan E. Collins
Lonnie A. Nelson
Kelly Serafini
Seema L. Clifasefi ... [et al.]
American Indian and Alaska Native Mental Health Research, vol. 24, no. 3, 2017, pp. 39-62
Description
American Indians and Alaska Natives were compared to general population on demographic variables, alcohol problems, and religious affiliations and practices. Found that those who engaged in Native-specific spiritual practices had lower alcohol use.
Report of the Ministerial Representative Matrimonial Real Property Issues on Reserves
E-Books
Author/Creator
Wendy Grant-John
Service Needs and Perspectives of Hidden Homeless First Nations People in Prince Albert
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Evelyn Peters
Vince Robillard
Description
Reports findings from interviews with five groups: male youth age 15-19 years; female youth group 15-19; adult males age 20 years and over living without their dependent children; adult females age 20 years and over living without their dependent children; and individuals living with their dependent children. Interviews took place between June 13, 2005 and September 16, 2005, with 143 individuals participating.
Services for Sex Trade Workers Need More Support
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Laura Suthers
Windspeaker, vol. 25, no. 1, April 2007, p. 22
Description
Discusses how programs that aid sex trade workers require continued government support in order to maintain the much needed services.
Entire issue on one pdf. To access article scroll to p.22.
Size and Type of Inuit Households: Changes and Trends from 1981-2001
Alternate Title
Inuit Social Trends Series
E-Books
Author/Creator
Sacha Senécal
Social Aspects Affecting Mold Growth in Ontario's First Nations Housing
Theses
Author/Creator
Susan Anne Chiblow
Description
Environment and Management Thesis (M.A.)--Royal Roads University, 2007.
Social Determinants of Inuit Health in Canada: A Discussion Paper
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami
Description
Outlines determinants and existing research for future action.
Socio-economic Impact of Treaties
Media » Film and Video
Author/Creator
Cynthia Block
Description
Discusses the need to equip Aboriginal people with the tools for employment.
Duration: 17:44.
State of the Inner City [2017]: Finding Her Home: A Gender-based Analysis of the Homelessness Crisis in Winnipeg
E-Books
Author/Creator
Jenna Drabble
Sadie McInnes
StatsUpdate: Families, Marital Status, Households & Dwelling Characteristics, 2006 Census
Alternate Title
Average Number of Dwellings Rented and in Need of Major Repairs by Province and Territory, 2001 and 2006
Average Number of Persons in Private Households by Nunavut Communities, 2001 and 2006
Distribution of Census Families by Family Structure, Canada, Provinces and Territories, 2001 and 2006
Population Aged 15 and Over by Legal Marital Status and Common-Law Relationship Status, Nunavut, 2006
Data » Tables
Author/Creator
Nunavut Bureau of Statistics
Description
Statistical data. 4 tables.
Structural Determinants as the Cause of Homelessness for Aboriginal Youth
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Cydny Baskin
Critical Social Work, vol. 8, no. 1, 2007, p. [?]
Description
Survey which used a sample of 24 youths living in Toronto, Ontario found a strong link between homelessness and involvement in the child welfare system.
"They've Gotta Listen": Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Young People in Out-of-Home Care
E-Books
Author/Creator
Tim Moore
Bindi Bennett
Morag McArthur
"A Tragedy to Be Sure": Heteropatriarchy, Historical Amnesia, and Housing Crises in Northern Ontario
Alternate Title
Arts in Action ; no. 1
Understanding Atrocities: Remembering, Representing and Teaching Genocide
E-Books » Chapters
Author/Creator
Travis Hay
Kristin Burnett
Lori Chambers
Description
Looks at media coverage of the Declaration of Emergency which was issued for the housing crises in the communities of Kashechewan, Attawapiskat, and Fort Albany in 2012, with particular attention to the backlash that occurred against Chief Teresa Spence's hunger strike.
Chapter six from Understanding Atrocities: Remembering, Representing and Teaching Genocide edited by Scott W. Murray.
Trump 'Signing' Statement; Risks Funding For All Tribal Housing Block Grants
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Mark Trahant
Indigenous Policy Journal, vol. 28, no. 1, Summer, 2017, p. [?]
Description
Republished from Trahant Reports, May 6, 2017.
Understanding Aboriginal Intergenerational Trauma from a Social Work Perspective
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Peter Menzies
The Canadian Journal of Native Studies, vol. 27, no. 2, 2007, pp. 367-392
Description
Explores men's family histories and looks for links between homelessness and intergenerational trauma.
Unearthing Resistance: Aboriginal Women in the Lord Selkirk Park Housing Developments
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Jim Silver
Description
Study interviewed 20 Aboriginal women to investigate how they maintain the struggle to create safe spaces for themselves and their children.
Unrealistic Funding Cap Hurting First Nations
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Doug Cuthand
StarPhoenix, April 27, 2007, p. A11
Description
Argues that the Federal government knew about the state of First Nations living conditions and budget shortfalls prior to its latest budget.
Urban Aboriginal Settlement Patterns and the Distributions of Housing Characteristics in Large Prairie Cities
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Shauna L. Wouters
Evelyn Peters
Prairie Perspectives, vol. 10, 2007, pp. 30-46
Description
Looks at the housing traits of rate of home ownership, proportion of dwellings requiring major repairs, average value of dwelling units, and proportion of constructed before 1946 and data for population from census tracts within the defined city boundaries of Edmonton, Winnipeg, Regina, and Saskatoon.
Urban Aboriginal Task Force: Ottawa Final Report
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Joint Steering Committee
Urban Aboriginal Task Force (UATF)
Don McCaskill
Kevin Fitzmaurice
Description
Study focused on: education, culture and identity, political representation, housing, economic development, racism, health, economically successful residents, youth issues, and gaps in social services. Research conducted through key informant interviews, life histories, focus groups and community survey.
Sample size of 340.
The Waiting Game: Exploring the Lived Experiences of First Nations Who Are Waiting for Housing to Determine Appropriate Policy and Planning Directions
Theses
Author/Creator
Catriona Moggach
Description
Urban Development Thesis (MPl)--Ryerson University, 2017.
We Can Do Better: Housing in Inuit Nunangat
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Lillian Eva Dyck
Dennis Glen Patterson
Lynn Beyak
Gwen Boniface
Dan Christmas
Tobias Enverga ... [et al.]
Description
Discusses current conditions, consequences, contributing factors, and ways to alleviate the situation.
We Can Do Better: Housing in Inuit Nunangat: Report of the Standing Senate Committee on Aboriginal Peoples
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Standing Senate Committee on Aboriginal Peoples
Northern Public Affairs, vol. 5, no. 1, Food (In)security in Northern Canada, April 2017, pp. 10-12
Description
Excerpt from a report that makes 13 recommendations to address the far-reaching effects of poor housing conditions.
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.
You Just Blink and It Could Happen: A Study of Women's Homelessness North of 60: Pan Territorial Report
Alternate Title
A Little Kindness Would Go a Long Way: A Study of Women's Homelessness in the Yukon: Territorial Report
E-Books
Author/Creator
Four Worlds Centre for Development Learning
Description