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.
Findings based on literature review, survey (250 respondents), and three case studies. Produced as part of the National Reading Campaign's Aboriginal Policy Initiative.
Researchers gathered information through conducting talking circles at the Edmonton Aboriginal Seniors' Centre and the Operation Friendship Seniors Society. The most common issues were discrimination by landlords and neighbours, difficulties in locating and accessing housing services, and inability to have family members stay. Makes eight recommendations.
Several of the seniors tell their story in this video.
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.
Benchmarking Métis Economic and Social Development
Alternate Title
CSLS Research Report ; 2015-07
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Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Jasmin Thomas
CSLS Research Report
Description
Comparison with non-Aboriginals using statistics on employment, income and education, as well as suggestions for developing three new indicators: governance, land and resources, and entrepreneurship and business development.
Beyond Sport for Development and Peace: Transnational Perspectives on theory, Policy and Practice
E-Books » Chapters
Author/Creator
Lyndsay M. C. Hayhurst
Audrey R. Giles
Jan Wright
Description
Looks at initiatives for girls and the impact from sport for development and peace.
Chapter in the book: Beyond Sport for Development and Peace: Transnational Perspectives on Theory, Policy and Practice edited by L.M.C. Hayhurst, T. Kay and M. Chawansky.
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.
Transmotion, vol. 1, no. 2, November 20, 2015, pp. 1-25
Description
Author uses the frameworks created in Vizenor’s two 2006 poetry collections to discuss Anishinaabe concepts of belonging and citizenship separate from colonial discourses and dichotomies.