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Connecting Urban and Aboriginal Histories: Towards an Urban Aboriginal History in Québec
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Nathalie Kermoal
INDITERRA, no. 5, [Nouvelles géographies des pratiques], 2013, pp. [1]-12
Description
Focuses on two communities, Kahnawake and Wendake, from the 1880s to the turn of the 20th century.
Construction of American Indian Cultural Identity in Urban Spaces: A Psychological Inquiry
Theses
Author/Creator
Lou Sauer
Description
Urban Education Counseling Thesis (Ph.D.)--Cleveland State University, 2002.
Contested Lands, Contested Identities: Revisiting the Historical Geographies of North America's Indigenous Peoples
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Douglas E. Deur
Historical Geography, vol. 30, Indigenous Peoples: Contested Lands, Contested Identities, 2002, pp. [5]-14
Description
Introduces the articles in themed issue.
Contextualized Indigenous Entrepreneurial Models: A Systemic Review of Indigenous Entrepreneurship Literature
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Francesca Croce
Journal of Management and Organization, vol. 23, no. 6, Special Issue: Perspectives on Indigenous Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Enterprise, 2017, p. 886–906
Description
Review of 25 peer-reviewed and academic articles which looked at cultural, social and organizational variables and were published between January 1, 1995 and December 31, 2016 found that models fell into the three categories: urban, remote and rural. Discusses the results for each.
The Contribution of Broadband to the Economic Development of First Nations in Canada
Alternate Title
CSLS Research Report ; 2013-04
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Centre for the Study of Living Standards
CSLS Research Report
Description
Econometric analysis did not find a statistically significant impact of broadband availability on employment growth and average earnings growth in the study sample of 241 First Nations reserves.
Contributions of Culture and Language in Aboriginal Head Start in Urban and Northern Communities to Children’s Health Outcomes: A Review of Theory and Research
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Jessica Ball
Ken Moselle
Description
Uses social determinants of health model to identify immediate and long term benefits.
Summarizes method and key findings from the report Healthy Aboriginal Child Development and Health Promotion/Chronic Disease Prevention: Prospects for Integration and Inter sectoral Coordination.
Creating a Regional Advantage: The Role of First Nations in Regional Economic Relationships
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Fiscal Realities Economists
Description
Looks at the benefits of economic cooperation between First Nations and local governments.
Crisis Facing Urban Aboriginal Youth, Cities
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Doug Cuthand
StarPhoenix, June 28, 2002, p. A15
Description
Comments on the effects of recent growth in the Aboriginal population.
"The Crossing-Over Place: Urban and Indian Histories in Seattle"
Theses
Author/Creator
Coll-Peter Thrush
Description
History Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of Washington, 2002.
Culture Learning of Urban Aboriginals: Background, Characteristics and Implications
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Seiji Suzuki
Senri Ethnological Studies , no. 60, 2002, pp. 133-151
Description
Looks at the self image of urban Aboriginals from their ancestral perspective and how this is reflected in their lives. Presents three cases.
Cusco: Urbanism and Archaeology in the Inka World
Alternate Title
Ancient Cities of the New World
E-Books
Author/Creator
Ian Farrington
Decolonizing Geographies of Power: Indigenous Digital Counter-mapping Practices on Turtle Island
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Dallas Hunt
Shaun A. Stevenson
Settler Colonial Studies, vol. 7, no. 3, 2017, pp. 372-392
Description
Discusses how a digital map of Amiskwaciwaskahikan (Cree for Edmonton, Alberta), along with an overlay of Treaty 6 Indigenous maps onto a conventional map can be used to show Indigenous people were in Canada in a tangible way. Also looks at the Ogimaa Mikana project in Toronto, Ontario.
Developing a Voice: The Evolution of Self-Determination in an Urban Indian Community
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
David R. M. Beck
Wicazo Sa Review, vol. 17, no. 2, Autumn, 2002, pp. 117-141
Description
Looks at the long and difficult process of self-determination within a Chicago Native American community regarding the needs and abilities to advocate for positive change.
Developing a Voice: The Evolution of Self-Determination in an Urban Indian Community
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
David R. M. Beck
Wicazo Sa Review, vol. 17, no. 2, Autumn, 2002, pp. 117-141
Description
Discusses the demographic shift from rural areas to urban centers and the implications for community, identity and politics.
Developing Dementia Health Promotion Materials for Indigenous People in an Urban Northern Ontario Community
Theses
Author/Creator
Sharlene Webkamigad
Description
Interdisciplinary Health Thesis (M.A.)--Laurentian University, 2017.
Developing Legal Frameworks for Urban Aboriginal Governance
Alternate Title
Aboriginal Policy Research ; vol. 8
Aboriginal Policy Research Conference ; 3rd, 2009
Exploring the Urban Landscape
E-Books » Chapters
Author/Creator
Bradford W. Morse
Description
Discusses the possibility of developing statutory frameworks which would provide formal recognition to existing non-profit and governance institutions, legal foundation for a body with authority to settle disputes, and enable choice of bringing existing institutions and agencies together for provision of public services to an elected government.
Chapter from Exploring the Urban Landscape edited by Jerry P. White and Jodi Bruhn.
Originally presented at the Aboriginal Policy Research Conference, 2009.
"Dialogue on Aboriginal Health: Sharing Our Challenges and Our Successes": Aboriginal Forum
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Raincoast Ventures
Description
Draft proceedings of conference held June 26, 2002 in Aylmer, Quebec.
Disparities in Infant Health among American Indians and Alaska Natives in US Metropolitan Areas
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
David C. Grossman
Laura-Mae Baldwin
Susan Casey
Brigitte Nixon
Walter Hollow
L. Gary Hart
Pediatrics, vol. 109, no. 4, April 2002, pp. 627-641
Description
Retrospective cohort study of geographic variation rates in infant mortality, low birth weight, prenatal care, and the availability of maternal-child health care found considerable variation.
Diversity, Disparity and Diabetes: Voices of Urban First Nations and Métis People, Health Service Providers and Policy Makers
Theses
Author/Creator
Hasu Ghosh
Description
Population Health Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of Ottawa, 2013.
Early Death Among Member of Toronto's Aboriginal Community: Walking in Their Shoes
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
C. P. Shah
R. Klair
A. Reeves
Description
Looks at untimely deaths among Aboriginal health service users to identify the main causes for this trend.
The Economic Development Capacity of Urban Aboriginal Peoples
Alternate Title
Urban Aboriginal Communities in Canada: [Complexities, Challenges, Opportunities]
E-Books » Chapters
Author/Creator
Nicholas Spence
Susan Wingert
Jerry White
Description
Discussion of educational attainment, labour-force activities, and the implications for program and service delivery needs..
Source for statistics is Statistics Canada's custom tables based on 2006 census for 117 friendship centre catchment areas across Canada.
Chapter from Urban Aboriginal Communities in Canada: Complexities, Challenges, Opportunities edited by Peter Dinsdale, Jerry White, Calvin Hanselmann.
Economic Wellness Project: (Visioning a Liveable City): Final Report
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Toronto Aboriginal Support Services Council (TASSC)
Description
Provides summary of project activities and reports on themes which emerged from five individual discussion circles with women, men, seniors, youth, and 2-spirit community members.
Editorial: [Indigenous Affairs] Indigenous Peoples and Urbanisation
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Jens Dahl
Marianne Jensen
Indigenous Affairs, no. 3-4, Indigenous Peoples in Urban Areas, 2002, pp. 4-7
Description
Opening comments to the themed issue regarding the factors which contribute to urban migration by Indigenous peoples.
To access this article scroll down to page 4.
Edmonton Urban Aboriginal Accord and Declaration
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
City of Edmonton
Aboriginal Policy Studies, vol. 2, no. 2, 2013, pp. 149-152
Description
Comments on the relationship agreement between the Aboriginal communities in Edmonton and the City's administration.
The Education and Employment Experiences of First Nations People Living Off Reserve, Inuit, and Métis: Selected Findings from the 2012 Aboriginal Peoples Survey
Alternate Title
Analytical Paper (Statistics Canada) ; no. 1
E-Books
Author/Creator
Evelyne Bougie
Karen Kelly-Scott
Paula Arriagada
The Education Profile of People Living in Aboriginal Friendship Centre Catchment Areas across Canada
Alternate Title
Urban Aboriginal Communities in Canada: [Complexities, Challenges, Opportunities]
E-Books » Chapters
Author/Creator
Amanda Parriag
Paul Chaulk
Description
Looks at statistics for 3,000 Aboriginals and compares them to those for 12 million non-Aboriginals. Educational levels used are: no secondary or post-secondary certificate or diploma, high school diploma, and post-secondary certificate, diploma or degree.
Chapter from Urban Aboriginal Communities in Canada: Complexities, Challenges, Opportunities edited by Peter Dinsdale, Jerry White, Calvin Hanselmann.
Effects of Labour Mobility: An Analysis of Recent International Development Literature
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Manolo Abella
International Indigenous Policy Journal, vol. 4, no. 3, 2013, pp. 1-40
Description
Reviews labour mobility developments in Aboriginal communities in the context of cost versus benefit.
Effects of Urban Aboriginal Residential Mobility
Alternate Title
Research Highlight (Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation)
Research Highlight. Socio-economic Series ; 114
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
[Policy and Research Division]
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC)
Description
Summary of study of same name which looked at movement of individuals or households within the same area and how it affected agencies which provide social services.
Employment and Literacy Issues of Canada's Aboriginal Population: National Skills Upgrade 2014
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Rongo H. Wetere
Description
Looks at a cost-effective program to overcome challenges of literacy and improve economic, social and cultural wellbeing.
Enhancing the Relevance of Physical Activity Research by Engaging Aboriginal Peoples in the Research Process
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Tara Leigh F. McHugh
Bethan C. Kingsley
Angela M. Coppola
Pimatisiwin, vol. 11, no. 3, 2013, pp. 293-305
Description
Goal of study was to identify relevant topics for further investigation. Emerging themes included role of parents, access to information, financial considerations, discrimination, and the incorporation of culture.
Equatorial North: Centering the Arctic in Global and Local Security
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
JSIS Arctic Task Force
Description
Looks at land claim agreements in Nunavut, Quebec's Plan Nord, tourism, biodiversity, food security, Indigenous homelessness, and education in the Canadian north.
Ethnic Identity and Acculturation Processes in Urban Native Americans: Relationships to Alcohol Expectancies and Alcohol Use
Theses
Author/Creator
Mark Carl Lysne
Description
Psychology Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of Wyoming, 2002.
Ethnic Identity and Poverty: Indigenous Peoples in the Cities of Mexico
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Tania Carrasco V.
Indigenous Affairs, no. 3-4, Indigenous People in Urban Areas, 2002, pp. 34-39
Description
Examines migration patterns and living conditions of Mexico's Indigenous peoples in urban areas.
To access this article scroll down to page 34.
An Ethnography of Food Banks in Winnipeg: Organizations as Adaptations to Poverty and Hunger
Theses
Author/Creator
George
M.A. Nikou
Description
Anthropology Thesis (M.A.)--The University of Manitoba, 2002.
Evaluation of the Aboriginal Head Start in Urban and Northern Communities Program 2011-2012 to 2015-2016
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Office of Audit and Evaluation Health Canada and Public Health Agency of Canada
Description
Describes and analyzes program which was developed to deliver holistic programs to Indigenous children aged 0 to 6. Presents findings and recommendations.
Evaluation of the Acceptability of a CD-Rom as a Health Promotion Tool for Inuit in Ottawa
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Kelly E. McShane
Janet K. Smylie
Paul D. Hastings
Conrad Prince
Tungasuvvingat Inuit Family Health Team
Connie Siedule
International Journal of Circumpolar Health, vol. 72, 2013, p. article no. 20573
Description
Study used community approach based on Inuit preferences for sources of health knowledge and distribution methods.
Evidence - Special Committee on Violence against Indigenous Women: Thursday, May 2, 2013
Alternate Title
IWFA no. 004, 1st Session, 41st Parliament
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Françoise Ducros
Shawn Tupper
Lynn Barr-Telford
Sheilagh Murphy
Kimberly Lavoie ... [et al.]
Description
Representatives from Department of Indian Affairs and Northern Development , Department of Public Safety, and Statistics Canada appeared before the Committee.
Examining the Provisions of Section 87 of the Indian Act as a Means to Promote Economic Participation and Treaty Implementation
Theses
Author/Creator
Myra J Tait
Description
Law Thesis (M.LL.)--University of Manitoba, 2017.
Exploring Indigenous Identities of Urban American Indian Youth of the Southwest
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Stephen Kulis
M. Alex Wagaman
Crescentia Tso
Eddie F. Brown
Journal of Adolescent Research, vol. 28, no. 3, May 2013, pp. 271-298
Description
Based on questionnaires from 142 middle school students from large urban area.
Exploring the Relocation Experiences of Female Indigenous Youth in Foster Care through Storywork
Theses
Author/Creator
Cheryl Inkster
Description
Counselling Psychology Thesis (M.A.)--Simon Fraser University, 2017.
Families with Children and Their Housing: A Comparative Study of Three Regina Neighborhoods
Theses
Author/Creator
Todd Graham Emery
Description
Social Work Thesis (M.S.W.)--The University of Regina, 2002.
Family and Economy in Frontier Louisiana: Colonial Natchitoches, 1714-1803
Theses
Author/Creator
Helen Sophie Burton
Description
History Thesis (Ph.D.)--Texas Christian University, 2002.
Fifth Anniversary of the National Apology to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People: Report on the 2013 Micro-Grant Funding Round
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Healing Foundation
Description
Comments on the 132 events held to commemorate and celebrate the anniversary of the National Apology.
First Languages and Identity: Multilingual Learners in the Multilingual Learning Context
Theses
Author/Creator
Cynthia Penner
Description
Curriculum and Instruction Thesis (M.Ed.)--University of Regina, 2013.
From Card Games to Poker Machines: Gambling in Remote Aboriginal Communities in the Northern Territory
Theses
Author/Creator
Marisa Annetta Fogarty
Description
Anthropology Thesis (PhD) -- Charles Darwin University, 2013.
From One Colonization Road to Another? Everyday Memories of the Social and Economic Conditions in Minnewakin, Stone Lake, and Lundar, Manitoba, 1940-1960
Theses
Author/Creator
David Parent
Description
Native Studies Thesis (M.A.)--University of Alberta, 2017.
The Future of Successful Aging in Alaska
Alternate Title
Proceedings of the 15th International Congress on Circumpolar Health
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Jordan Lewis
International Journal of Circumpolar Health, vol. 72, Supplement 1, 2013, p. article no. 21186
Description
Advocates for greater awareness of healthy lifestyles in order to assist people to age well.
Gabriel Dumont Institute of Native Studies and Applied Research
Alternate Title
Gabriel Dumont Institute of Métis Studies and Applied Research
GDI
Web Sites » Organizations
Author/Creator
Gabriel Dumont Institute
Description
Site provides information about GDI its programs, services and resources and affiliated institutes including Dumont College, and Saskatchewan Urban Native Teacher Education Program, includes Library search access.
Gendering the Duty to Consult: How Section 35 and the Duty to Consult Are Failing Aboriginal Women: Final Paper
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Jula Hughes
Elizabeth Blaney
Roy Stewart
Description
Argues that the legal framework has not kept up with demographic shifts because it focuses on land-related rights and ignores off-reserve and non-status population. As such, it disproportionately affects women who have been displaced through discriminatory effects of the Indian Act.