Indigenous Policy Journal of the Indigenous Policy Network, vol. 15, no. 1, Spring, 2004, p. [?]
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Discusses the relationship between the federal government and First Nations leaders regarding the needs of First Nations communities, and looks at the First Nations Financial Institutions Bill that was opposed by the majority of chiefs, but approved by the Martin Government.
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American Indian Culture and Research Journal, vol. 18, no. 4, 1994, pp. 123-130
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Explains the significance of Alcatraz; including the fact that it was temporarily beyond the jurisdiction of authorities, it liberated the psyche of Aboriginal peoples, and it was an experiment in self-determination.
Examples were chosen based upon geographic representativity, types of natural resources, aspiration, and success or lack of it. Looks at agreements from Saskatchewan, Ontario, British Columbia, New Mexico, Northwest Territories, and one that is general to the United States.
Discusses Aboriginal treaty rights to draw a livelihood from the land through subsistence harvesting, and looks at the direct relationship with modern commercial forestry.
Author of Neoliberal Apartheid discusses commonalities between two states, including the patterns of extreme inequality, racialized poverty and advanced securitization which are symptomatic neoliberal regimes.
Transmotion, vol. 3, no. 1, Indigenous Gaming, July 31, 2017, pp. 22-44
Description
Article examines the use of gaming and other communication technologies as strategies for resistance, survivance and cultural resurgence; discusses practices of re/mapping, kinship-making and relationality.
Canadian Journal of Archaeology, vol. 28, no. 2, 2004, pp. 254-280
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Argues data collected from the late 18th through early 20th century shows correlation between spatial and social organization of households and presents evidence of changes in subsistence economics.
American Indian Quarterly, vol. 18, no. 4, Fall, 1994, pp. 445-[?]
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Contends that while contemporary artists acknowledge those who came before, they have developed their own individual styles and the one common thread is their part in environmental, economic, and cultural politics. Article highlights several individual artists.
Argues that Aboriginals of the North-West Territories entered the treaty making process seeking to ensure cultural survival, while the government had the goal of assimilation.
Wicazo Sa Review, vol. 10, no. 2, Autumn, 1994, pp. 63-79
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Asserts that one of the most overlooked and important acts of activism was the occupations of Alcatraz Island (1964, 1969-70), which was for the participants, an expression of patriotism and self-determination.
Social and Political Thought Thesis (Ph.D.)--York University, 2017.
Refers to works by Bonnie Devine, Kent Monkman, Kade Twist, Christian Chapman, the Ogimaa Mikana Project, Cheryl L'Hirondelle, Carl Beam, Merritt Johnson, A Tribe Called Red, and Fallon Simard.
Continuing Poundmaker & Riel's Quest: Presentations Made at a Conference on Aboriginal Peoples and Justice
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Author/Creator
Claude Fafard
pp. 403-404
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Article from 1993 Conference proceedings, explores the question of credibility of the criminal justice system, stating consideration ought to be given to a social justice healing process
Excerpt from Continuing Poundmaker & Riel's Quest: Presentations Made at a Conference on Aboriginal Peoples and Justice compiled by Richard Gosse, James Youngblood Henderson, Roger Carter.
Author examines the ongoing conflicts between Indigenous peoples and state government in Brazil, notes that at the root of the conflict is a profound difference in worldview and what is an appropriate use of resources. Where Indigenous perspective advocate for subsistence use, state governing bodies are tied to extractive practices and focus on growth centered economies.
Examines a vision for British Columbia fisheries that focuses on healthy ecosystems and species and equitable sharing of fisheries resources for Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people alike.
The Paq'tnkek M'ikmaq and Kat (American Eel) A Case Study of Cultural Relations, Meanings, and Prospects
The Paq'tnkek Micmac and Ka't (American Eel): A Case Study of Cultural Relations, Meanings, and Prospects
The Paq'tnkek Mik'maq and Ka't (American Eel): A Case Study of Cultural Relations, Meanings, and Prospects
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Author/Creator
Anthony Davis
John Wagner
Kerry Prosper
Mary Jane Paulette
Canadian Journal of Native Studies, vol. 24, no. 2, 2004, pp. 357-388
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Provides a review of the culturally important relationship the Mi'kmaq share with the American eel, including for food, ceremonial practices, medicinal purposes, and traditional relations of reciprocity.
Final report examines historical background and submission to Indian Claims Commission (ICC) regarding whether the Crown breached its fiduciary obligation by allocating reserve land (IR 81) to people outside of the Band. ICC found Canada breached its obligations and recommended the claim be a negotiated under Canada's Specific Claims Policy. Commissioners include: Alan C. Holman, Renee Dupuis, and Sheila G. Purdy. [This file has been saved and made available online with permission from the Indian Claims Commission website before it closed down in March 2009.]
Indigenous Affairs, no. 3, The UN Decade: Expectations and Realities, 2004, pp. 20-27
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Overview of the United Nations' Permanent Forum whose mandate is to provide advice and recommendations on Indigenous issues to the UN's agencies.
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Looks at how province's first lieutenant-governor's attitudes about the land question continued to exert influence during two periods: the years following entry into Confederation (1871 to 1876) and during the era of postwar hydroelectric development using case studies from 1951 to 1989.