Discusses the progress of Nunavut’s socio-economic goals and the challenges in advancing their economic and social objectives while coping with economic, social and environmental changes.
2010 Nunavut Economic Outlook: Nunavut's Second Chance
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Impact Economics
Description
Discusses the progress of Nunavut’s socio-economic and environmental performance based on its investments in wealth-generating capital by looking at demographic trends and developments in the areas of education, health, social well-being and income.
Urban Aboriginal Communities in Canada: [Complexities, Challenges, Opportunities]
E-Books » Chapters
Author/Creator
Ben Brunnen
Description
Uses 2006 census data to analyze characteristics in communities with small, medium, and large Aboriginal communities.
Chapter from Urban Aboriginal Communities in Canada: Complexities, Challenges, Opportunities edited by Peter Dinsdale, Jerry White and Calvin Hanselmann.
Study found the Elders and healers were the primary source of information for Aboriginal students. Sample was drawn from the First Nations University of Canada and the University of Regina.
Provides a cross-country update on the current state of student compositions/enrollment at medical schools and what programs have been implemented to address this, including modifying admission criteria and using satellite medical campuses.
Position Paper: Aboriginal Children and Youth in Canada: Canada Must Do Better
Documents & Presentations
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Canadian Council of Provincial Child and Youth Advocates
Description
Report highlights significant key indicators and gaps affecting Aboriginal children and makes recommendations to improve their living conditions and well-being.
Office of Strategic Planning and Performance Management
Department of Justice Canada
Description
Report focuses on continued relevance, performance and efficiency, and economy of the Aboriginal Courtwork Program by assessing the progress made towards achieving expected outcomes.