Author compares the experiences of her grandmother to those of the character Martha in Sterling's work and asserts that while Martha 's story it is not representative of all the children, it provides a useful introduction to the subject of residential schools.
Provides an overview of the Canadian Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) and locates it in the global trend of TRCs, which are being used increasingly as a transitional justice tool.
Canadian Journal of Educational Administration and Policy, no. 102, March 27, 2010, pp. [1]-21
Description
Looks at the Joint Committee of the Senate and House of Commons minutes and proceedings from 1949 which recommended a move away from segregated to integrated schools for Aboriginal children.
London Journal of Canadian Studies, vol. 26, Indigenous Peoples: Historical Understanding, Contemporary Challenges and Canadian Approaches, 2010/2011, pp. 9-25
Description
Argues the process should be an opportunity to change the relationship between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal Canadians, but this change hinges on the general public's acceptance of the need to redefine history and national identity.
Eagle Feather News, vol. 13, no. 10, October 2010, p. 14
Description
Comments on the various ways Métis children in Saskatchewan have been educated over the years including church run and residential schools.
Article found by scrolling to page 14.
Prairie Perspectives on Indian Residential Schools, Truth, and Reconciliation, The Forks, Winnipeg, MB, Thursday 17 June 2010
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Christopher Powell
Description
Using historical comparisons, examines present concepts and Indian residential school policy as part of a larger government plan to assimilate Indigenous people.
Theatre Research in Canada, vol. 31, no. 2, 2010, pp. 193-207
Description
Discusses a play centered around an orphaned First Nations girl, Forever, who runs away from residential school and finds shelter in an abandoned boat.
First Peoples Child & Family Review, vol. 5, no. 2, 2010, pp. 53-65
Description
Author reflects on her own personal experiences; and discusses how historic trauma has shaped Aboriginal peoples lives and the need to re-discover traditions for the future.
Canadian Literature, no. 167, First Nations Writing, Winter, 2000, pp. 110-112
Description
Book reviews of: kwayask ê-kî-pê-kiskinowâpahtihicik: Their Example Showed Me the Way: A Cree Woman's Life Shaped by Two Cultures told by Emma Minde and edited by Freda Ahenakew and H.C. Wolfart; Voices From Hudson Bay: Cree Stories From York Factory edited by Flora Beardy and Robert Coutts; Winisk: A Cree Indian Settlement on Hudson Bay by Vita Rordam.
Scroll to page 110 to read reviews.
International Journal of Educational Research, vol. 33, no. 6, 2000, pp. 621-629
Description
Explains transitional problems as being affected primarily by community characteristics such as socioeconomic status and rural location as well as those unique to the Navajo such traditions, theology and culture.
International Journal of Canadian Studies, no. 41, Representations of First Nations and Métis / Les représentations des Premiéres nations et des Métis, 2010, pp. 253-276
Description
Focuses on ways to examine author Eden Robinson’s novel using approaches based on creation stories and urban "post-Indian" perspectives.
Anglican Journal, vol. 126, no. 10, December 2000, p. 1
Description
Prime Minister directs Herb Gray to look for solutions, but numerous unresolved issues remain between federal government and churches in residential schools dispute.
English Studies in Canada, vol. 36, no. 4, December 2010, pp. 49-70
Description
Argues that the Canadian state's efforts to disrupt Aboriginal family life and isolate children from their parents, are not being recognized in redress claims.
Overview of the actions taken by the Government of Canada with respect to Aboriginal issues of education, reconciliation, governance and self-government, economic development, empowering citizens and protecting the vulnerable, and resolution of land issues.
Website's purpose is to examine legacy and history of Residential Schools, commemorate lives of children who died, and promote social justice endeavours.
Contains links to general news and information about the initiative, social justice campaigns and educational resources.
English Thesis (Ph.D.)--Assam University, Silchar, 2010.
Focuses on the works Slash, Whispering in the Shadows, Honour the Sun, Silent Words, and Kiss of the Fur Queen.
Department of Indian Affairs and Northern Development (DIAND)
Description
Reviews the results of eight regional and one wrap-up dialogue which took place in 1999-2000. Dialogues were meant to explore different options to manage litigation and resolve cases of abuse.
International Indigenous Policy Journal, vol. 1, no. 1, 2010, pp. 1-41
Description
Study investigates factors affecting school success of off-reserve Registered Indian Children particularly past residential school attendees living in lower income households.
Transcription of radio program about the United Church. Tape 1 - Apology given by the United Church of Canada in 1986; Tape 2 - Residential Schools: The Past and Present; Tape 3A - WBAI Interview - Economics and Politics (2/15/98); Tape 3B - WBAI Interview: 6/18/98.