Looks at Indigenous urban communities, historical differences between Australia and the United States, and the Redfern Aboriginal Corporation in Sydney
First Peoples Child & Family Review, vol. 6, no. 1, 2011, pp. 10-27
Description
Looks at twelve concepts that emerged from a study of staff working with Aboriginal organizations in poverty stricken neighborhoods, as well as the need for support from funders and administrators.
Barriers included lack of access to legitimate, affordable financial services and capital, absence of employment and benefits systems, increased consequences of poor decisions, lack of trust in financial institutions, and structural problems created by relationship with the government. Recommends efforts focus on educating individuals through culturally appropriate training, and building capacity of Aboriginal governments and institutions.
Aboriginal Policy Studies, vol. 1, no. 3, 2011, pp. 3-28
Description
Comments on the results of an analysis which looks at the presence and diversity of Aboriginal languages in twenty cities across Canada. Part I found in volume 1 issue 2.
Ontario Federation of Indian Friendship Centres (OFIFC)
Description
Identifies seven strategic directions (research, legislation, policy, program, education, community development, leadership) and makes recommendations to address issues raised.
American Indian Quarterly, vol. 27, no. 3/4, Urban American Indian Womens Activism, June 1, 2003, pp. 548-565
Description
Discussion of the Anishinabequek organization that provided services for women and children in an atmosphere that emphasized cultural retention and Indigenous pride.
Looks at the relationship between the City of Powell River and Sliammon First Nation with the signing of a protocol agreement on culture, heritage and economic development.
International Indigenous Policy Journal, vol. 2, no. 2, 2011, pp. 1-10
Description
Argues that even though territory is beneficial for self-sufficiency, it should not to be used in defining self-government, self determination or nationhood.
Urban Aboriginal Housing: Challenges and Opportunities
E-Books
Description
Attendees of meeting included representatives from the housing industry, financial sector, community-based organizations and various government sectors. Report summarizes common themes that arose in discussions.
Eagle Feather News, vol. 14, no. 7, July 2011, p. 9
Description
Discusses the donors responsible for raising money to build a community center which will house, among other things, a grocery store, Kids First program and a multi-purpose room.
Article located by scrolling to page 9.
CMAJ: Canadian Medical Association Journal , vol. 183, no. 10, July 12, 2011, pp. 1147-1154
Description
Discusses various factors associated with injection drug use and the transition to injection drug use to inform the development of prevention programs and policies.
Journal of Psychoactive Drugs, vol. 35, no. 1, Morning Star Rising: Healing in Native American Communities, January-March 2003, pp. 53-58
Description
Interviews graduates of substance abuse treatment program which uses Native American medicine combined with Western models. Presents twelve emerging themes.
Child Welfare, vol. 82, no. 2, March/April 2003, pp. 201-207
Description
Describes collaboration among a university, a state child welfare agency, and a Native American community organization to develop a culturally driven practice model for urban, Native American child welfare.
A photograph of First Nations dancers in traditional garb at a ceremony to celebrate the giving of a totem pole to the City of Prince Albert, 1975. The pole was carved by a First Nations man originally from British Columbia, and currently stands along the North Saskatchewan River near the Prince Albert Historical Museum.