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Author/Creator
[Jo Belasco
Dawn Hill Adams
Jamie Donatuto
Swinomish Indian Tribal Community
Rider Panduro Meléndez ... [et al.]]
Description
Submissions from Indigenous peoples and local knowledge holders in a variety of formats.
Aboriginal Artists' Rights and Protection: A Study of Australian Law and International Law
Theses
Author/Creator
Nicole Sirois
Description
Art Law and Arts Management Thesis (MSc) -- International Hellenic University, 2021.
Aboriginal Crime and Justice in Canada: Statistics and Facts
Web Sites » Organizations
Author/Creator
Statista Research Department
Description
Statistical tables for the general situation, custodial sentencing and disciplinary action, and parole and probation.
Aboriginal Fishing Rights, Sparrow, the Law and Social Transformation: A Case Study of the Supreme Court of Canada Decision in R. v. Sparrow
Theses
Author/Creator
Parnesh Sharma
Description
Anthropology and Sociology Thesis (M.A.)--The University of British Columbia, 1996.
Aboriginal Fishing Rights: Supreme Court Decisions
E-Books
Author/Creator
Jane May Allain
Aboriginal Governments and the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Kent McNeil
Osgoode Hall Law Journal, vol. 34, 1996, pp. 61-99
Description
Examines whether exercising right of self-government is subject to the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms
Aboriginal Law and Legislation
Web Sites » Organizations
Author/Creator
Bill Henderson
Description
Discusses federal laws, court decisions and specific land claims commissions in Canada, the United States, New Zealand, and Australia.
Aboriginal Peoples and the 1995 Quebec Referendum: A Survey of the Issues
Alternate Title
Background Paper (Research Branch, Library of Parliament) ; BP-412E
E-Books
Author/Creator
Jill Wherrett
Aboriginal Peoples in Canada and the United States and the Scope of the Special Fiduciary Relationship
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
David W. Elliott
Manitoba Law Journal, vol. 24, 1996-1997, pp. 137-186
Description
Seeks to clarify the special fiduciary relationship and its implications for rights.
Aboriginal Police Services Boards: An Examination of the Effect of State Funding on the Development of Culturally Relevant Policing
Theses
Author/Creator
Lauren Saunders
Description
Sociology Thesis (M.A.)--Carleton University, 1996.
Aboriginal Rights In / And Canadian Society: A Syewen Case Study
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Claude Denis
International Journal of Canadian Studies, no. 14, Citizenship and Rights, Fall, 1996, pp. [13]-35
Description
Looks at the case Peters v. Campbell regarding the Coast Salish Aboriginal initiation tradition and the Nisga'a treaty.
Scroll down to page 13 to read article.
Aboriginal Self-Government and the Canadian Constitution: Creating Jurisdictional Space for Aboriginal Governments
Theses
Author/Creator
James A. O'Brien
Description
Political Science Thesis (M.A.)--Dalhousie University, 1996.
Aboriginal Self-Government in Aotearoa/New Zealand: A View through the Canadian Lens
Theses
Author/Creator
Stacey Anne Shortall
Description
Law Thesis (LL.M.)--University of Alberta, 1996.
Aboriginal Self-Government: Towards a Vision of Canada as a North American Multinational Country
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Paul Chartrand
Description
Presents an article at the Issues in the North 1996 Seminar Series advocating the recognition of Aboriginal self-government within Canada.
Aboriginal Use and Management of Fisheries in British Columbia
Theses
Author/Creator
Rosanne Marie Kyle
Description
Law Thesis (LL.M.)--The University of British Columbia, 1996.
Aboriginal Youth Network Forum
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Rose Ellis
Aboriginal and Islander health Worker Journal, vol. 20, no. 1, January/February 1996, pp. 21-22
Description
Justice Commissioner talks about problems facing Aboriginal youth, the juvenile justice system, and the lack of Aboriginal people employed in the system.
Activists and Scientists Clash Over Genome Project
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Fiona Muldrew
Herizons , vol. 10, no. 3, Summer, 1996, pp. 10-11
Description
Reports on Aboriginal activists lobbing to restrict genetic research on Indigenous cell lines as part of the International Human Genome Diversity Project in Winnipeg, Manitoba.
Addressing Sexual Abuse, Assault, and Trafficking as Co-Morbidities in Missing or Murdered Indigenous Populations
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Jennifer Pierce-Weeks
Department of Justice Journal of Federal Law and Practice, vol. 69, no. 1, Missing or Murdered Indigenous Persons: Law Enforcement and Prevention, January 2021, pp. 129-136
Description
An investigation into sexual abuse of Indigenous females and the need for culturally appropriate responses to victim's often complex medical needs.
Entire issue on one PDF. To access article, scroll down to page 129.
Addressing the Crisis of Missing or Murdered Indigenous Persons: A Path Forward Utilizing a Structured Cold Case Investigation Protocol
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Jim Adcock
Department of Justice Journal of Federal Law and Practice, vol. 69, no. 1, Missing or Murdered Indigenous Persons: Law Enforcement and Prevention, January 2021, pp. 103-128
Description
Discusses organization and structure, operation, and management along with "cold case rules" and examples of cases.
Entire issue on one PDF. To access article, scroll down to page 103.
After Mabo, What About Aboriginal Sovereignty?
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Henry Reynolds
Australian Humanities Review, no. 1, April 1996, p. [?]
Description
Looks at critical questions after the decision in Mabo v. Queensland.
Alternative Justice Issues for Aboriginal Justice
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Donald Clairmont
Journal of Legal Pluralism and Unofficial Law, no. 36, Popular Justice: Conflict Resolution within Communities, 1996, pp. 125-157
Description
Argues that there must be internal community development of structures and institutions before initiatives can be effectively carried out. In addition, the article discusses four specific programmes in: Indian Brook, Nova Scotia, Sandy Lake and Attawapiskat in Northern Ontario, and Metropolitan Toronto.
Alternative Perspectives on the Overrepresentation of Native Peoples in Canadian Correctional Institutions: The Case Study of Alberta
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Xavier Cattarinich
Canadian Journal of Native Studies, vol. 16, no. 1, 1996, pp. 15-36
Description
Identifies class as the key variable for explaining the overrepresentation of Indigenous peoples in the prison system.
AMBER Alert in Indian Country
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Jim Walters
Melissa Blasing
Department of Justice Journal of Federal Law and Practice, vol. 69, no. 1, Missing or Murdered Indigenous Persons: Law Enforcement and Prevention, January 2021, pp. 21-34
Description
An examination of the need for and successful implementation of AMBER Alert systems in communities throughout the United States.
Entire issue on one PDF. To access article, scroll down to page 21.
American Indian and Alaska Native Knowledge and Public Health for the Primary Prevention of Missing or Murdered Indigenous Persons
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Delight E. Satter
Laura M. Mercer Kollar
Debra O'Gara 'Djik Sook'
United States Attorney's Bulletin, vol. 69, no. 2, Missing or Murdered Indigenous Persons: Legal, Prosecution, Advocacy and Healthcare, March 2021, pp. 149-188
Description
An overview of Indigenous public health research, knowledge and cultural practices to combat violence in American tribal communities.
Entire issue on one PDF. To access article, scroll down to page 149.
American Indians, Anthropologists, Pothunters, and Repatriation: Ethical, Religious, and Political Differences
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Devon A. Mihesuah
American Indian Quarterly, vol. 20, no. 2, Repatriation: An Interdisciplinary Dialogue, Spring, 1996, pp. 229-237
Description
Editorial piece in which the author offers an Indigenous perspective on and criticism of the practices of archaeologists and physical anthropologists in relation to the physical remains and funerary artifacts of Indigenous peoples.
Analysis of the Function and Application of the Doctrine of Fiduciary Obligation: Illustrated by an Assessment of Obligations Owed by Canada to Canadian Indians
Theses
Author/Creator
Gerald Donegan
Description
Law Thesis (LL.M.)--Institute of Comparative Law, McGill University, 1996.
Applying Crime Prevention and Health Promotion Frameworks to the Problem of High Incarceration Rates for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Populations: Lessons from a Case Study from Victoria
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Samantha Battams
Toni Delany-Crowe
Matt Fisher
Lester Wright
Anthea Krieg ... [et al.]
International Indigenous Policy Journal, vol. 12, no. 2, 2021, pp. 1-29
Description
Looks at reform policies to address and reduce the high incarceration rate of Indigenous populations in Australia.
Assessing Legal Issues and Challenges Faced in Indigenous Legal Advocacy During the COVID-19 Pandemic: An Interim Report
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Emily Snyder
Christy Anderson
Description
Reports results of 2020 survey completed by 122 lawyers.
Autonomy in Nicaragua and Nunavut: A Comparative Study in Self-Determination
Theses
Author/Creator
Rodolfo Pino
Description
Native Studies Thesis (M.A.)--University of Saskatchewan, 1996.
Backgrounder: Self-determination & Free, Prior and Informed Consent: Understanding the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
Alternate Title
Backgrounder: Self-determination and Free, Prior and Informed Consent: Understanding the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Coalition for the Human Rights of Indigenous Peoples
Description
Brief discussion of the right to self-determination in the Declaration, international and Canadian constitutional law, the Delgamuukw, Haida Nation and Tsilhqot’in decisions, and how they impact questions about construction of new oil and gas pipelines
Bartering for Leviathan: The Whale Resource Negotiations Between the Inuit Circumpolar Conference and the International Whaling Commission. A Case of Cross-Cultural Negotiation
Theses
Author/Creator
Catherine Lee Francis
Description
Anthropology Thesis (M.A.)--Carleton University, 1996.
Bead by Bead : Constitutional Rights and Métis Community
E-Books
Author/Creator
Yvonne Boyer
Larry Chartrand
Wanda McCaslin
Sébastien Grammond
Thomas Isaac ...
Brodie Douglas
Karen Drake
Adam Gaudry
Brenda L. Gunn ...
D’Arcy Vermette ...
Signa A. Daum Shanks
Bill C-15 FAQ
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Assembly of First Nations (AFN)
Description
Brief discussion of Bill C-15 : An Act respecting the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.
Biological Diversity, Indigenous Knowledge, Drug Discovery and Intellectual Property Rights: Creating Reciprocity and Maintaining Relationships
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Steven R. King
Thomas J. Carlson
Katy Moran
Journal of Ethnopharmacology, vol. 51, no. 1-3, April 1996, pp. 45-57
Description
Emphasizes the need to provide immediate, short and medium-term benefits, rather than waiting the 8-10 years it may take for monetary reimbursement, when new plant derived therapeutics based on Indigenous Knowledge are being explored. The article uses examples of initiatives taken by Shaman Pharmaceuticals and the Healing Forest Conservancy.
Bones of Contention: The Repatriation of Native American Human Remains
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Andrew Gulliford
Public Historian , vol. 18, no. 4, Representing Native American History, Fall, 1996, pp. 119-143
Description
Discusses the history of collecting skeletal remains and associated objects for study or display purposes and the Indigenous movement to have scientific or cultural institutions return them to their nations for proper funeral and burial rights. Looks at the Native American Grave Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA) and similar State-enacted legislation.
[Book Review]
Book Reviews
Author/Creator
Michael Kew
Canadian Journal of Sociology, vol. 21, no. 4, Autumn, 1996, pp. 577-579
Description
Book review of: Unjust Relations: Aboriginal Rights in Canadian Courts edited by Peter Kulchyski.
Book Review: Return to the Teachings: Exploring Aboriginal Justice
Book Reviews
Author/Creator
David T. Newhouse
Justice as Healing, vol. 1, no. 3, Fall, 1996, p. [?]
Description
Book review of: Return to the Teachings by Rupert Ross.
Note: This is a sample article from the publication. Subscriptions are available from the Native Law Centre.
Braid of Feathers: American Indian Law and Contemporary Tribal Life
Book Reviews
Author/Creator
Thomas C. Donnelly
Ethnohistory, vol. 43, no. 4, Native American Womens Responses to Christianity, Autumn, 1996, pp. 727-729
Description
Book review of: Braid of Feathers by Frank Pommersheim.
Break Point: Fourth World Nation's International Resistance to Canada during Patriation
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Ruldoph C. Rÿser
BC Studies, vol. 212, The Constitution Express: A 40-Year Retrospective, Winter, 2021/2022, pp. 103-164
Description
Provides the historical background and impact of the Constitution Express. The author was an organizer and key strategist in the movement
Bridging the Cultural Divide: A Report on Aboriginal People and Criminal Justice in Canada
E-Books
Author/Creator
René Dussault
Georges Erasmus
Paul L.A.H. Chartrand
J. Peter Meekison
Viola Robinson ... [et al.]
Description
Includes case studies of the Community Council Project, Aboriginal Legal Services Toronto and the Hollow Water First Nation's Community Holistic Circle Healing Project.
A Brief Introduction to Aboriginal Law in Canada
Web Sites » Organizations
Author/Creator
Bill Henderson
Description
Discusses topics of general laws, case laws, treaties, self-government, fiduciary obligations, and Aboriginal rights.
Bush Culture for a Bush Country: An Unfinished Manifesto
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Peter Kulchyski
Journal of Canadian Studies, vol. 31, no. 3, Fall, 1996, p. 192
Description
Discussion of implications for Canada, if Quebec were to leave Confederation and how Canada would still be required to fulfil its obligations to Aboriginal Peoples.
Calgary Police Service Anti-Racism Promising Practice Project: Literature Review
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Patrina Duhaney
Description
Sources include academic journals, books, and websites and grey literature; majority published after 2000.
Calls to Action Accountability: A 2021 Status Update on Reconciliation
Alternate Title
Calls to Action Accountability: A 2019 Status Update on Reconciliation
Calls to Action Accountability: A 2020 Status Update on Reconciliation
Calls to Action Accountability: A 2023 Status Update on Reconciliation
Calls to Action Accountability: A 2022 Status Update on Reconciliation
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Eva Jewell
Ian Mosby
Description
Looks at which of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's Call2 to Action have been completed. 2023 Report, 2022 Report, 2020 Report.
Carry the Kettle First Nation Treaty Land Entitlement Settlement Agreement
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Government of Canada
Government of Saskatchewan
Carry the Kettle First Nation
Description
Agreement reached March 29, 1996 concerning land owed due to Treaty obligation.
Cash Back: A Yellowhead Institute Red Paper
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Yellowhead Institute
Description
Looks at how the Canadian economy has been built by using Indigenous lands and waterways to create corporate profit and national power and how this process has left First Nations impoverished. Discusses the reparations needed as part of decolonization process.
Chained to the Drunk Tank Floor: La Loche RCMP will be Investigated for Cruelty
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Ron Shorvoyce
Alberta Report, vol. 23, no. 34, August 5, 1996, pp. 28-29
Description
Describes the arrest of Verna Clarke and subsequent dismissal of the assault charges.
Child Maltreatment-Related Investigations Involving First Nations Infants in Canada in 2019
Alternate Title
First Nations/Canadian Incidence Study of Reported Child Abuse and Neglect 2019
FN/CIS 2019
FN/CIS 2019: Focus on Developmental Stages Series
Child Maltreatment-Related Investigations Involving First Nations Children Aged One to Three Years Old in Canada in 2019
Child Maltreatment-Related Investigations Involving First Nations Children Aged Four to Seven Years Old in Canada In 2019
Child Maltreatment-Related Investigations Involving First Nations Children Aged 8-11 Years Old in Canada in 2019
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Child Maltreatment-Related Investigations Involving First Nations Children Aged 12-15 Years Old in Canada in 2019
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Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Barbara Fallon
Nicolette Joh-Carnella
Marie Saint-Girons
Church Backs Native Family in Bid for Public Inquiry
Articles » General
Anglican Journal, vol. 122, no. 5, May 1996, p. 7
Description
Supports the family of Anthony (Dudley) George, who was shot by the Ontario Provincial Police during 1995 confrontation over burial ground.
Claiming Memory in British Columbia: Aboriginal Rights and the State
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Fae L. Korsmo
American Indian Culture and Research Journal, vol. 20, no. 4, 1996, pp. 71-90
Description
Analyzes Aboriginal Rights in the province of British Columbia.