The Journal of Aboriginal Economic Development, vol. 2, no. 1, Winter, 2001, pp. 91-92
Description
Briefly introduces an article written by Tony Reynolds, the Executive Director of the Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples (RCAP) from 1993-1996, when the final report was released.
Studies in American Indian Literatures, vol. 2, no. 1, Series 2, Spring, 1990, pp. 1-10
Description
Examines hidden cultural patterns, establishing the expression of historical thought, in Native Alaskan narratives which describe first contact with Russians.
Entire issue on one PDF. To access article, scroll down to appropriate page.
S.705: In the Senate of the United States: the Bradley Bill
Section 705: In the Senate of the United States
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Bill Bradley
Daniel Inouye
Claiborne Pell
Wicazo Sa Review, vol. 4, no. 1, Spring, 1988, pp. 3-9
Description
Act outlines the rights of the Sioux Nation related to economic development, self-determination, traditional religion, and preserving the sacred Black Hills.
International Journal of Minority & Group Rights, vol. 8, no. 2/3, Special Issue on Sami Rights in Finland, Norway, Russia and Sweden, 2001, pp. 303-323
Description
Looks at the relationship between Sami movements in Finland and Sweden and the European Union as well as regional funding programs.
American Indian Quarterly, vol. 14, no. 4, Autumn, 1990, pp. 355-366
Description
Article voices the concerns and commentary of Tlingit elders surrounding the effects of secular performance of sacred song and dances and weighs the value of creating cross-cultural understanding against the devaluation of ceremonial practices.
Canadian Journal of Native Studies, vol. 21, no. 2, 2001, pp. 309-331
Description
Describes how the two First Nations view their connection to the land as going back lifetime before lifetime, which has motivated their challenges in the Canadian legal system.
Explores the role of water spirits in the belief system of Africans and the ramifications of environmental threats to sacred pools. Paper presented at the Indigenous Knowledge Conference 2001 held at the University of Saskatchewan.
Focuses on issues facing Métis settlements, particularly water testing, treatment, and maintenance, and regulatory framework for single wells.
Submission to the Walkerton Inquiry Commission.
Looks at factors affecting concepts, beliefs, practices, worldview and values relating to Aboriginal education by examining the tension between decisions makers regarding culture and language content in the classroom.
Indigenous Affairs, no. 4, Sustainable Development, 2001, pp. 50-57
Description
Describes the challenges faced by the nomadic residents of south and central Sahara due to violence, governmental instability and a possible resurgence of tourism.
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American Art Journal, vol. 20, no. 4, 1988, pp. 2-33
Description
Discusses chalk and water colour images of Indian visitors to Washington, D.C., which are among the earliest and most accurate interpretation of Plains Indians by a non-Indian artist.
International Journal on Minority & Group Rights, vol. 8, no. 2/3, Special Issue on Sami Rights in Finland, Norway, Russia and Sweden, 2001, pp. 107-125
Description
Discusses debate over land right obligations of Norwegian State towards the Sami people after the ratification of the International Labour Organization (ILO) Convention No. 169 in 1990.
Studies in American Indian Literatures, vol. 13, no. 4, Series 2, Winter, 2001, pp. [24]-50
Description
Looks at one work of nonfiction and one of fiction in a discussion about attempted assimilation through education and language, and what constitutes a truly a "native" education.
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Photocopied partial pages of the Saskatchewan Herald, dated 15 June 1885, 25 September 1885, 19 October 1885, and 21 October 1885, with stories relating to the Northwest Resistance.
Note: The description of this document uses wording that was common to mainstream society of that time period in history. As such, it contains language that is no longer in common use and may offend some readers. This wording should not be construed to represent the views of the Indigenous Studies Portal or the University of Saskatchewan Library.
A short article on the ongoing Northwest Resistance and some biographical information and a sketch of Louis Riel from the perspective of an Eastern Canadian Newspaper. Includes a large sketch of Louis Riel "in his costume of a Canadian half-breed."
Canadian Literature, no. 124-125 , Native Writers & Canadian Writing, Spring/Summer , 1990, pp. 76 - 90
Description
Looks at the conceptions of the characteristics, origins, and rights of Native peoples in early long poems.
Entire journal in one pdf. Scroll down to page 76 to read article.
A photograph of the Duck Lake battleground, taken sometime after the fight itself. The house near where many of the Prince Albert Volunteers fell in action is clearly visible in the distance. The battleground itself is located near what is today highway # 212.
Collage of sketches of the Qu'Appelle and Saskatchewan Valleys in 1885. Includes a column of Metis going to join Riel at Batoche, a Red River Cart, and one of Metis "Artillerymen."
Historical note: sketches originally appeared in Harpers Weekly v. 29, no. 1478.
Produced to facilitate round table discussions aimed at reaching consensus on the issues. Topics included benefits, lack of information, dependents' allowance, and inequities in access.
The Canadian Journal of Native Studies, vol. 8, no. 1, 1988, pp. 73-105
Description
How the Sechelt Indian Band of British Columbia, in 1984, became the first to develop its own constitution and to withdraw from the authority of the Indian Act.
Aboriginal and Islander Health Worker Journal, vol. 25, no. 3, May/June 2001, pp. 10-13
Description
Describes various events held at the National Rural Health Conference (Australia) to provide delegates with an overview of the National Aboriginal Community Controlled Organization's (NACCHO) work.