Journal of Canadian Studies, vol. 43, no. 2, Spring, 2009, pp. 181-197, 263
Description
Discusses new linguistic policies, the dominance of the English language, and the need for bilingualism in Nunavut institutions to stop the erosion of the Inuit language.
INALCO 2009, Proceedings of the 15th Inuit Studies Conference, Orality (Paris, 2006)
Orality in the 21st Century: Inuit Discourse and Practices. Proceedings of the 15th Inuit Studies Conference
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Helle Mǿller
Description
Comments on the high levels of tuberculosis in the Canadian Arctic and the need for culturally appropriate health education.
Paper from Orality in the 21st Century: Inuit Discourse and Practices. Proceedings of the 15th Inuit Studies Conference edited by B. Collingnon and M. Therrien.
The Legends Project is a compilation of traditional oral stories, legends, and histories of Canada's Inuit and First Nations. They are transcribed, dramatized, and cast within the communities. Audios contain general information on the First Nations involved, recordings of Elders, explanation of the legends, and legends recorded in both English and the original First Nations language.
INALCO 2009, Proceedings of the 15th Inuit Studies Conference, Orality (Paris, 2006)
Orality in the 21st Century: Inuit Discourse and Practices. Proceedings of the 15th Inuit Studies Conference
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Thierry Rodon
Louis McComber
Description
Five narrators comment on the transformation to the way of life of Inuit people due to the arrival of government services.
Paper from Orality in the 21st Century: Inuit Discourse and Practices. Proceedings of the 15th Inuit Studies Conference edited by B. Collingnon and M. Therrien.
Final report on a pilot program delivered in Nunavut from 2006-2009 which produced 21 graduates. Summarizes history, development, and evaluation of program.
Discusses theme emerging from literature review: importance of understand ind social and economic relations which shape curriculum; analysis and recommendations regarding pedagogy; policy and governance issues. Identifies gaps in policy and practice.
Related document: Bibliography.
Northern Exposure: Peoples, Powers and Prospects in Canada's North
E-Books » Chapters
Author/Creator
Thierry Rodon
Minnie Grey
Description
Chapter from book: Northern Exposure: Peoples, Powers and Prospects in Canada's North edited by Frances Abele, Thomas J. Courchene, F. Leslie Seidle and Frances St. Hilaire.
Animated short tells story of a woman who blinds and mistreats her son, a loon that restores his vision, and the act of revenge which turns her into a narwahl. Part of a legend. Accompanying material: Lumaajuuq: Lesson Plan.
Duration: 7:36.
American Literature, vol. 82, no. 4, December 2010, pp. 837-839
Description
Book reviews of:
Mapping the Americas: The Transnational Politics of Contemporary Native Culture by Shari M. Huhndorf
Manifesting America: The Imperial Construction of U.S. National Space by Mark Rifkin
Book reviews found by scrolling to page 837.
Études Inuit Studies, vol. 33, no. 1-2, Education and Transmission of Inuit Knowledge in Canada, 2009, pp. 209-224
Description
Describes collaboration between l’Université du Québec en Abitibi-Témiscamingue and the communities of Ivujivik and Puvirnituq in the area of teacher training. Also discusses the historical and current context of Inuit education.
Mental Health, Substance Use and Suicidal Behavior Among Young Indigenous People in the Arctic: A Systematic Review
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Venla Lehti
Solja Niemelä
Christina Hoven
Donald Mandell
et al.
Social Science & Medicine, vol. 69, no. 8, October 2009, pp. 1194-1203
Description
Looks at the possibility of regional and ethnic differences in mental health and the link between substance use, suicide rate and mental health of youth in the Arctic.
INALCO 2009, Proceedings of the 15th Inuit Studies Conference, Orality (Paris, 2006)
Orality in the 21st Century: Inuit Discourse and Practices. Proceedings of the 15th Inuit Studies Conference
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Frank James Tester
Description
Examines theories behind a framework developed about climate change and the response from Inuit to it.
Paper from Orality in the 21st Century: Inuit Discourse and Practices. Proceedings of the 15th Inuit Studies Conference edited by B. Collingnon and M. Therrien.
Journal of Aboriginal Economic Development, vol. 7, no. 1, Fall, 2010, pp. 11-18
Description
Case study based on 25 interviews revealed social, economic and political factors effecting Inuit perspective of uranium mining, problems with consultation meetings, and some recommendations for improving Inuit participation in discussions.
Études Inuit Studies, vol. 33, no. 1-2, Education and Transmission of Inuit knowledge in Canada, 2009, pp. 153-171
Description
Examines the discourse surrounding the Education Act passed in 2008 and the challenges involved in education based on Inuit values, but incorporating French language and culture.
INALCO 2009, Proceedings of the 15th Inuit Studies Conference, Orality (Paris, 2006)
Orality in the 21st Century: Inuit Discourse and Practices. Proceedings of the 15th Inuit Studies Conference
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Richard Knecht
Theresa Arevgaq John
Description
Looks at a distance-learning program that gives students an opportunity to earn a college degree while living in their home villages.
Paper from Orality in the 21st Century: Inuit Discourse and Practices. Proceedings of the 15th Inuit Studies Conference edited by B. Collingnon and M. Therrien.
Website about the Innu nation containing links to information on skills and knowledge passed on by the Elders. Site split into four sections: First Steps, Innu Daily Life, Innu World, and Glossary.
INALCO 2009, Proceedings of the 15th Inuit Studies Conference, Orality
Orality in the 21st Century: Inuit Discourse and Practices. Proceedings of the 15th Inuit Studies Conference
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Florence Dupré
Description
Comments on the naming and kinship system.
Paper from Orality in the 21st Century: Inuit Discourse and Practices. Proceedings of the 15th Inuit Studies Conference edited by B. Collingnon and M. Therrien.
Resource for teachers of Grade 11 Social Studies. For use with the textbooks: Perspectives on Nationalism and Exploring Nationalism and Understanding Nationalism.
National Arts Centre English Theatre Programme for Student Audiences ; 2009-2010 Season
Saqiyuq: Stories from the Lives of Three Inuit Women
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Pamela Levac
Christopher Morris
Description
Includes synopsis of the play, information of Indigenous peoples of the North, the Inuktitut language, Pond Islet, Baffin Island, and an interview with writer/director,
Presents the fourteenth annual report prepared by the First Nations and Inuit Health Branch of Health Canada on the Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) Program.