Transmotion, vol. 2, no. 1 - 2, November 28, 2016, pp. 96-119
Description
Literary criticism article examines and compares depictions of Indigenous masculinities in the two novels. Author dissects warrior stereotypes and discusses the ways that those masculinities are affected by relocation overseas.
Canadian Journal of Aboriginal Community-based HIV/AIDS Research , vol. 8, Winter, 2016, pp. 3-20
Description
Authors explore the use of Indigenous methodologies, Community-Based Research and the integration of the Sharing Circle, weekend retreats and the incorporation of cultural and ceremonial activities into their research activities.
Introduces the special issue of Extrapolation; discusses the Speculative Fiction (SF) genre, the decolonizing influence of Indigenous SF authors, and the contributions to this issue of Extrapolation.
International Indigenous Policy Journal, vol. 8, no. 2, Reconciling Research: Perspectives on Research Involving Indigenous Peoples -Part 1, April 2017, pp. 1-19
Description
Discusses how research in a community based Indigenous project reflected personal stories of reconciliation.
Canadian Journal of Native Studies, vol. 37, no. 1, 2017, pp. 175-199
Description
Looks at barriers preventing Indigenous people from entering the field and offers solutions. Author shares responses to questionnaires issued to Indigenous librarians across Canada.
Uses Jeff Barnaby’s film, File Under Miscellaneous, and SyFy’s series, Helix, to discuss the subtleties inherent in Gerald Vizenor’s concept of “survivance” and Archille Mbembe’s competing logics of “martyrdom and survial.” Considers these as elements of resistance to colonial biopolitics.
Literary works discussed: Ceremony by Lesley Marmon Silko, In Search of April Raintree by Beatrice Culleton Mosionier, The Antelope Wife by Louise Erdrich, and The Last Standing Woman by Winona LaDuke.
Studies in American Indian Literatures, vol. 29, no. 4, Winter, 2017, pp. 29-57
Description
Author discusses novel’s criticism of white masculinity and the way in which its nature allows white men to feel that they are offering solidarity Indigenous people while effectively controlling the narrative and undermining sovereignty.
Études Inuit Studies, vol. 41, no. 1-2, Bestiaire inuit = Inuit Bestiary, 2017, pp. 29-50
Description
Examines traditional Inuit and Yupiit stories, rituals, and colloquial sayings to reveal different meanings associated with the bearded seal in these Indigenous cultures. Finds that bearded seals can impart multiple meanings ranging from monstrous to protection to renewal and reproduction.
Transmotion, vol. 3, no. 2, December 6, 2017, pp. 137-149
Description
Author discusses different incarnations of the wiindigo narrative ranging from those found in the Anishinaabe oral tradition to those found in the journals of fur traders; examines different potential meanings and teachings of the narrative.
Studies in American Indian Literatures, vol. 28, no. 4, Winter, 2016, pp. 25-52
Description
Essay focuses on Slash, a young adult novel that traces the struggles, pain and alienation of a young man who is searching for truth and meaning in his life.
Canadian Journal of Aboriginal Community-based HIV/AIDS Research , vol. 8, Winter, 2016, pp. 81-104
Description
Surveys current literature related to presenting current research to Indigenous communities using Aboriginal knowledge systems and ways of knowing. Focuses on decolonization, participatory approaches, ethical responsibilities of researchers, and Indigenous self-determination.
Journal of Indigenous Wellbeing - Te Mauri: Pimatisiwin, vol. 1, no. 1, Healing Our Spirit Worldwide, The Seventh Gathering, August 2016, pp. 43-52
Description
Reports on qualitative interviews held with 30 participants. Several themes emerged: the covert nature of violence, relationship between racism and violence, and effect on identity and wellbeing.
TransCanadiana, vol. 8, Canadian Sites of Resistance: Solidarity-Struggle-Change(?), 2016, pp. [102]-122
Description
Comments on a short story that depicts the struggles of a young Aboriginal drug addict and prostitute living on the streets of one of Canada's largest cities.
Entire issue on one pdf. To access article, scroll to page 102.
Excellent resource contains links to videos of cultural teachings and lesson plans for primary, junior and intermediate grade levels. Topics covered: significance of building local relationships, an agreement with Mother Earth, walking with a good heart, clan system, courage, love, offerings, and working together in a good way.
Journal of Canadian Studies, vol. 50, no. 1, Winter, 2016, pp. 36-69
Description
Addresses how Western educated people can learn from Indigenous ways of knowing and telling through the practice of listening and writing in alternative ways.
Native American Leadership: Past, Present and Future
Native American Symposium; 11th, 2015
E-Books » Chapters
Author/Creator
Caleb Tankersley
Description
Literary criticism which discusses novels in the context of the genre of magical realism; discusses the genre as a means of political resistance and subversion favoured by post-colonial writers, feminist writers, and writers of colour.
Investigates experiences of students in four institutions in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan: Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies, Saskatchewan Polytechnic, First Nations University of Canada, and the University of Saskatchewan. Eight factors are discussed: socio-political and cultural, programming and support services, educational infrastructure, financial, and family and community support. Data collected through nine focus groups and 13 one-on-one semi-structured interviews.
American Indian Culture and Research Journal, vol. 41, no. 4, 2017, pp. 93-114
Description
Compares two different editions of Emerson Blackhorse Mitchell’s book Miracle Hill: The Story of a Navajo Boy (1967 and 2004) and discusses how the readers' perceptions of the same text can be influenced by introductions and forewords.
English Thesis (M.A.)--East Carolina University, 2016
Refers to Louise Erdrich's novel The Round House, Christine Welsh's documentary Finding Dawn, and Qwo-Li Driskall's poetry collection Walking with Ghosts.
Metis-Astute Social Work: Shining the Light on Some Helpful Practices
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Cathy Richardson/Kinewesquao
Journal of Indigenous Social Development, vol. 6, no. 1, 2016, pp. [82]-99
Description
Argues that Métis children are both unrecognized and over-represented in provincially managed child welfare systems throughout Canada; critiques social work practices that marginalize families and explores issues of identification, identity, and advocates for social work practices which dignify, rather than further alienate Métis families.
AlterNative, vol. 12, no. 5, [Indigenous Peoples, Popular Pleasures and the Everyday], 2016, pp. 480-497
Description
Focuses on non-Indigenous media and academic representations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ceremonies. Argues that they reflect non-Indigenous ideologies rather than accurate portrayals.