Briefly reviews recent history, describes geography and current demographics of Nunavut, discusses traditional knowledge and its importance in Inuit society, and makes recommendations for future actions.
Studies in American Indian Literatures, vol. 13, no. 1, Series 2; Representations of American Indians in Contemporary Narrative Fiction Film , Spring, 2001, pp. [23]-42
Description
Contends that the film creates an intersection or "frontier" where the Aboriginal and the non-Aboriginal worlds meet, and in so doing subverts commonly held perceptions and attitudes.
Entire issue on one pdf. To access article, scroll down to appropriate page.
Canadian Ethnic Studies, vol. 38, no. 1, 2006, pp. 205-208
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Book review of: An Anthology of Canadian Native Literature in English, 3rd. ed. by Daniel David Moses and Terry Goldie and Our Story: Aboriginal Voices on Canada's Past with a preface by Rudyard Griffiths and a foreward by Adrieenne Clarkson.
Brief stories from various First Nations about the origin and discovery of tobacco, and descriptions of the beliefs and traditions surrounding its use.
Comments on the Anti-dote Multiracial Girls' and Womens'
Network that helps girls understand the impact of racism on their identity and offers coping strategies.
Canadian Speeches, vol. 15, no. 3, July/August 2001, p. 37
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Speech by Matthew Coon-Come, The National Chief of the Assembly of First Nations, criticizes the United Nations' Draft Declaration of the Indigenous Rights of Aboriginal Peoples and argues that Aboriginal people continue to be marginalized in Canada.
Canadian Journal of Native Studies, vol. 12, no. 1, 1992, pp. 37-50
Description
Examines links between traditional and modern planning perspectives, to provide an approach sensitive to community values that is usable by external consultants and the community itself.
English Studies in Canada , vol. 32, no. 1, [Guilt], March 2006, pp. 105-123
Description
Examines recent attempts at reconciliation that reflect a current sensibility of revisiting Canadian history. The author also looks at the role guilt plays in Aboriginal writings and how public discussion appropriates and transforms that guilt.
Teacher's guide with detailed unit plans, based on a thematic approach to the novel. The guide is primarily aimed at adult learners, but could be used for high school classes.