Theses
Author/Creator
Jane Bannister
Description
Linguistics Thesis (M.A.)--Memorial University of Newfoundland, 2004.
Do You Recognize Who I Am? Decolonizing Rhetorics in Indigenous Rock Opera Something Inside is Broken
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Shannon Claire Toll
Transmotion, vol. 5, no. 2, December 5, 2019, pp. 1-22
Description
Article discusses the different ways that Something Inside is Broken brings attention decolonization and how the language and music in the piece are both made to serve this purpose.
Document Regarding Bill 96
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Assembly of First Nations Quebec-Labrador (AFNQ)
Description
Argues for exemptions and amendments to The Bill, An Act respecting French, the official and common language of Québec, which requires that French be used exclusively in the healthcare and education systems, public services, workforce and economic development.
An Ensemble Performance of Indians in the Act: Native Theater Past and Present
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Harvey Markowitz
Craig Howe
Dean Radar
LeAnne Howe
Studies in American Indian Literatures, vol. 16, no. 1, Spring, 2004, pp. 32-61
Description
Presents a written version of an academic play in four acts that was performed at the Native American Literature Symposium on November 30, 2000. It begins with historical essays on Lakota oral tradition and ends with discussion on comtemporary Native theater.
Entire issue on one pdf. To access article scroll to page 32.
Entangled Resurgence: Investigating 'Reconciliation' and the Politics of Language Revitalization in the Oneida Nation of the Thames
Theses
Author/Creator
Hannah E. McGregor
Description
Anthropology Thesis (M.A.)--University of Western Ontario, 2017.
Environmental Change and Sustainability of Indigenous Languages in Northern Alaska
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Nicholas J. Reo
Sigvanna Meghan Topkok
Nicole Kanayurak
James N. Stanford
David A. Peterson
Lindsay J. Whaley
Arctic, vol. 72, no. 3, September 10, 2019, pp. 215-228
Description
Community-centered project which investigates the effects of the rapidly changing Arctic environment on Iñupiaq and Yupik language speakers and the language itself.
The Enweyang Program: Indigenous Language Nest as Lab School
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Brian McInnes
Journal of American Indian Education, vol. 56, no. 1, Spring, 2017, pp. 105-120
Description
Examines the University of Minnesota Duluth's Ojibwe language program.
Equity in Language Programs: Revitalizing Indigenous Languages in Secondary School in Anchorage, Alaska
Theses
Author/Creator
Betsy Watson (Paskvan)
Description
Education Thesis (PhD) -- University of San Francisco, 2021.
Ethnic Identity and Acculturation Attitudes Among Indigenous Norwegian Sami and Ethnocultural Kven Adolescents
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Siv Kvernmo
Sonja Heyerdahl
Journal of Adolescent Research, vol. 19, no. 5, September 2004, pp. 512-532
Description
Study of over 1,000 high school students aged 16 to 19 years revealed that language competence had a strong impact on identity.
Evolution of the Language Situation in Nunavut, 2001 to 2016
Alternate Title
Ethnicity, Language and Immigration Thematic Series
E-Books
Author/Creator
Jean-François LePage
Stéphanie Langlois
An Exploration of Collaboration In Indigenous Language Revitalization In A First Nation Community
Theses
Author/Creator
Sara General
Description
Education Thesis (EdD)--University of Western Ontario, 2019.
An Exploration of the Effects of Mentor-Apprentice Programs on Mentors' and Apprentices' Wellbeing
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Barbara Jenni
Adar Anisman
Onowa McIvor
Peter Jacobs
International Journal of Indigenous Health, vol. 12, no. 2, 2017, pp. 25-42
Description
Comments on the link between language, health and wellbeing.
Exploring Why and How Encounters with the Norwegian Health-care System can be Considered Culturally Unsafe by North Sami-Speaking Patients and Relatives: A Qualitative Study Based on 11 Interviews
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
rete Mehus
Berit Andersdatter Bongo
Janne Isaksen Engnes & Pertice M. Moffitt
International Journal of Circumpolar Health, vol. 78, no. 1, 2019
Description
Qualitative study uses semi structured interviews in the North Sami language; content was transcribed and analyzed. Data indicates that many Sami people are not culturally safe within mainstream health-care systems and need medical practitioners to engage in culturally safe practices.
FATSIL Guide to Community Protocols for Indigenous Language Projects
Alternate Title
Federation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Languages Guide to Community Protocols for Indigenous Language Projects
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Federation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Languages (FATSIL)
Description
Includes overview of language revitalization and guidelines for community consultation, control, development and ownership, and accessibility and storage of materials.
First Nations Community Well-Being Research and Large Data Sets: A Respectful Caution
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Alexandra S. Drawson
Aislin R. Mushquash
Christopher J. Mushquash
International Journal of Indigenous Health, vol. 12, no. 2, 2017, pp. 15-24
Description
Paper offers a cautionary note on the importance of understanding culture and context when conducting First Nations health research with large data sets and outlines some approaches to research that can ensure appropriate development of research questions and interpretation of research findings.
First Nations Languages and Education in Ontario
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Karen Hill
Description
Framework developed around five objectives including what is the vision for the future of First Nations education.
First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Indigenous Ontology
Alternate Title
[Indigenous Community Names, Reserve Names, Locations, Affiliations, Languages, and Treaty/Agreement/Settlement]
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Red Team-Joint Working Group on Classification and Subject Headings
National Indigenous Knowledge and Language Alliance (NIKLA)
Canadian Federation of Library Associations
Description
Spreadsheet contains information on: community names, reserve names, locations, affiliations, languages, and applicable treaty/agreement/settlement. Can be limited by individual provinces or territories.
First Nations Perspectives on Transforming the Status of Culture and Language Schooling
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Seth Agbo
Journal of American Indian Education, vol. 43, no. 1, 2004, pp. 1-31
Description
Study looks at community involvement in the education of children and suggestions for program strategies.
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]
Focus, Obviation, and Word Order in East Cree
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Marie-Odile Junker
Lingua, vol. 114, no. 3, March 2004, pp. 345-365
Description
Presents new data from fieldwork on East James Bay Cree.
Following in the Footsteps of the Wolf: Connecting Scholarly Minds to Ancestors in Indigenous Language Revitalization
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
T’łat’łaḵuł Patricia Rosborough
čuucqa Layla Rorick
AlterNative, vol. 13, no. 1, March 2017, pp. 11-17
Description
Authors discuss their experiences as language learners and importance of using a holistic approach.
Formatted Bibliography
Alternate Title
Papers of the Algonquian Conference / Actes du Congrès des Algonquinistes
Web Sites » Organizations
Author/Creator
Algonquian Conference
Description
List of published references cited in Papers of the Algonquian Conference, vol. 32-35 (2000-2003).
Free to Be Mohawk: Indigenous Education at the Akwesasne Freedom School
Book Reviews
Author/Creator
Lianne Marie Leda Charlie
NAIS: Journal of the Native American and Indigenous Studies Association, vol. 4, no. 1, Spring, 2017, pp. 134-135
Description
Book review of: Free to Be Mohawk by Louellyn White.
Free to Be Mohawk: Indigenous Education at the Akwesasne Freedom School
Book Reviews
Author/Creator
Anthony Snethen
NAIS: Journal of the Native American and Indigenous Studies Association, vol. 4, no. 2, 2017, pp. 117-118
Description
Book review of: Free to Be Mohawk by Louellyn White.
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 Discomfort to Enlightenment: An Interview with Lee Maracle
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Margery Fee
Sneja Gunew
Lee Maracle
Essays on Canadian Writing, no. 83, Fall, 2004, pp. 206-221
Description
Interview with Lee Maracle, the author of Booby Lee: Indian Rebel, Daughters are Forever and Ravensong.
From Generation to Generation: Survival and Maintenance of Canada's Aboriginal Languages, within Families, Communities and Cities
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Mary Jane Norris
TESL Canada Journal, vol. 21, no. 2, Spring, 2004, pp. 1-16
Description
Looks at the critical roles that family and community play in the transmission of language from parent to child.
[The Future of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Broadcasting: Conversation and Convergence Series: Halifax Gathering, May 18th, 2017]
Web Sites » Organizations
Author/Creator
Francella Fiallos
Maureen Googoo
Aggie Baby
Annie Claire
Morris Prokop
Brian Beaton … [et al.]
Description
Includes links to documents, audio recordings of sessions, and programming.
Pt. 1:
Indigenous Voices? Challenges in Community Radio featuring Francella Fiallos, Maureen Googoo, Aggie Baby.
Review of gatherings in Manitoba, Nunavut, Alberta, and British Columbia.
Pt. 2:
Decolonization? Hand the Media Back! A View from Pjilasi Mi'kma'ki featuring Annie Claire.
Pt. 3:
Preserving Indigenous Language: Challenges and Solutions featuring Morris Prokop.
e-Centres: Community-Based Production/Broadcast Facilities featuring Brian Beaton.
Pt.
[The Future of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Broadcasting: Conversation & Convergence Series: Homalco Gathering, May 8, 2017]
Media » Sound Recordings
Author/Creator
Darren Blaney
John Gagnon
Banchi Hause
Natasha Bob
Devin Pielle … [et al.]
Description
Part 1: Welcome by Darren Blaney; general remarks by John Gagnon, CEO of Wawatay Native Communications Society.
Part 2: Nuxalk Radio featuring Banchi Hanuse; Siem-nu-ts-lhhwulmuhw host Natasha Bob speaks about how the program came about and its content.
Part 3: Gunargie O'Sullivan, a volunteer programmer, talked about the importance of Indigenous presence on community and campus radio stations; Doreen Manuel shared history of Secwepemc Radio.
Part 5: Talk on CiTR Indigenous Collective and the program Unceded Airwaves, presented by Lisa Girbav, Mario P
[George Sword's Warrior Narratives: Compositional Processes in Lakota Oral Tradition]
Book Reviews
Author/Creator
David Martínez
Studies in American Indian Literatures, vol. 29, no. 2, Summer, 2017, pp. 92-95
Description
Book review of: George Sword's Warrior Narratives by Delphine Red Shirt.
Gitiged Gookum [Grandma Is Gardening]
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Gegaanzongejig Ji-aabadak Ojibwemowin
Description
Colouring book created for Ojibwe language immersion. Text in Ojibwe with Ojibwe-English glossary of terms.
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.
Gitxsan Phrase Book for Health Care Providers Volume II
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Northwest East Aboriginal Health Improvement Committee
Description
Includes greetings, anatomical terms, pain scale, and health phrases.
Volume 1.
A Grammar of Iñupiaq Morphosyntax
Theses
Author/Creator
Linda A. Lanz
Description
[Linguistics] Thesis (Ph.D.)--Rice University, 2010.
Guide to Relationships and Learning with the Indigenous Peoples of Alberta
Web Sites » Organizations
Author/Creator
College of Alberta School Superintendents
Description
Interactive resource designed to educate school superintendents. Includes written information, videos and links to supplemental material focused on the topics of identity, language, learning from the land, treaties and agreements, laws and policies, reconciliation and relationships.
Gyaahlaangee diinaa iijang: Here Is My Story
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Jasḵwaan [Kun Gwaanad
Amanda Bedard]
BC Studies , no. 200, 50th Anniversary, Winter, 2019, pp. 111-121
Description
Author shares her personal narrative of cultural resilience and resurgence; discusses family history in the context of government prohibition of cultural and religious practices, and describes the cultural reclamation and language learning that has taken place since that prohibition ended.
Hä, Mana, Leo (Breath, Spirit, Voice): Kanaka Maoli Empowerment through Literature
Alternate Title
Ha, Mana, Leo (Breath, Spirit, Voice): Kanaka Maoli Empowerment through Literature
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Ku'Ualoha Ho'Omanawanui
American Indian Quarterly , vol. 28, no. 1/2, Special Issue: Empowerment Through Literature, Winter-Spring, 2004, pp. 86-91
Description
Author examines the different forms that literature takes in na Kanaka Maoli (native Hawaiian people) culture. Discusses the early publication of newspapers and novels and the literature and story carried in the hula, a traditional dance.
Handbook for Preserving Archives of Aboriginal Language Materials [Volume II]: Draft
E-Books
Author/Creator
Phillip Djwa
Handbook for Recording Aboriginal Languages, Volume 1
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Phillip Djwa
Description
Directed to audience who may not have extensive technical experience including language teachers and community members.
He Rua Ora: Good Practice in Māori Language Revitalisation: Literature Review
Alternate Title
He Rua Ora: Good Practice in Māori Language Revitalisation: Annotated Bibliography
He Rua Ora: Good Practice in Māori Language Revitalization: Annotated Bibliography
He Rua Ora: Good Practice in Māori Language Revitalization: Literature Review
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Nicola Bright
Maraea Hunia
John Huria
Description
Includes books, reports, journal articles, grey literature and theses focused on New Zealand, but includes other locations where there are known active revitalization groups or communities.
Related Material:
Annotated Bibliography.
He Whare Hangarau Māori: Language, Culture & Technology
E-Books
Author/Creator
Hineitimoana Greensill
Hōri Manuirirangi
Hēmi Whaanga
Te Taka Keegan
Tania M. Ka‘ai … [et al.]
He Whenua Haumako Te Kōhanga Reo me Te Ataarangi
Alternate Title
Ngā Whakakitenga a Te Kura Roa: Whaibua ; Pūrongo 1
E-Books
Author/Creator
Rawinia Higgins
Poia Rewi
Vincent Olsen-Reeder
Description
Findings from project involving Maori language.
The Heiltsuks: Dialogues of Culture and History on the Northwest Coast
Book Reviews
Author/Creator
Thomas McIlwraith
Ethnos, vol. 69, no. 4, 2004, pp. 552-567
Description
Book review of: The Heiltsuks: Dialogues of Culture and History on the Northwest Coast by Michael Harkin.
Review located by scrolling to page 560.
Housing Needs and Challenges for Rural and Urban (Off-Reserve) Indigenous Peoples
Alternate Title
Phase 2: Data Analysis Project
E-Books
Author/Creator
Big River Analytics
Description
Utilizes data from the Census of Population, Canadian Community Health Survey (CCHS) and the Aboriginal Peoples Survey.
How Far West Into Asia Have Eskimo Languages Been Spoken, and Which Ones?
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Michael Fortescue
Études/Inuit/Studies, vol. 28, no. 2, Spaces-Places-Names, 2004, pp. 159-183
Description
Examines language patterns to determine the extent of Eskimo speaking groups of the northeastern Asian coast.
How Raven Marked the Land When the Earth Was New
Alternate Title
Comment Corbeau a marqué le territoire alors que la Terre était nouvelle
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Ann Fienup-Riordan
Études Inuit Studies, vol. 41, no. 1-2, Bestiaire inuit = Inuit Bestiary, 2017, pp. 215-241
Description
Examines the role and actions of Raven in Yup’ik creation narratives and traditional stories; and how those stories are recorded in the place names and understandings of the land.
Identifying Barriers to Healthcare Delivery and Access in the Circumpolar North: Important Insights for Health Professionals
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
S. Huot
H. Ho
A. Ko
S. Lam
P. Tactay
J. MacLachlan
R. K. Raanaas
International Journal of Circumpolar Health, vol. 78, no. 1, 2019
Description
A scoping literature review selected 43 articles published between 2005 and 2016; findings address 4 main themes relating to compromised access to healthcare: (1) the influence of physical geography, (2) healthcare provider-related barriers, (3) the importance of culture and language and (4) the impact of systemic factors.
Illiniqatigiit: Implementing a Knowledge Building Environment in the Eastern Arctic
Theses
Author/Creator
Alexander McAuley
Description
Education Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of Toronto, 2004.
Imagine
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Tammy DeCoteau
Tribal College Journal of American Indian Higher Education, vol. 16, no. 1, Sovereignty in Indian Country, Fall, 2004, p. 32
Description
Discusses the attempts to obliterate the Lakotah language and the importance of preserving it as part of the culture.
In Search of Greener Grass: Finding the Path from English Hegemony to Multilingualism
Theses
Author/Creator
Carla Alexandra Moffat
Description
Educational Foundations Thesis (M.Ed.)--University of Saskatchewan, 2004.