Native Studies Review, vol. 18, no. 2, 2009, pp. 69-104
Description
Looks at stories and histories shared by Dorothy Chartrand, as well as archival and literary research to examine the importance of storytelling and sharing of histories by Indigenous Elders and Métis women.
Studies in American Indian Literatures, vol. 21, no. 4, Winter, 2009, pp. 1-19
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Discusses Gregorio Condori Mamani’s testimonial narrative in Andean Lives focusing on mythical stories that reaffirms Quechua history, tradition, and cultural experience in Peru.
Entire issue on one pdf. To access article, scroll to page 1.
Looks at interconnections between identity, community, tradition, and landscape.
Honors paper towards Literary Studies, English Thesis (M.A.)--Utah State University, 2009.
Identifies and documents existing databases, on-going or proposed studies, selected studies carried out prior to 1977, and existing literature at that time.
Inter-Agency Support Group on Indigenous Issues (IAGS)
Description
Framework for assisting with United Nations operational activities and programs at the country level regarding human rights-based and culturally sensitive development for and with indigenous peoples.
Eagle Feather News, vol. 12, no. 2, February 2009, p. 20
Description
Looks at the conclusion of a three week trial which ended in a guilty verdict for the murder of a young Saskatoon woman.
Article located by scrolling to page 20.
Distinctive Art of Haida Villages: The Northern Villages
Preserving the Past, Inspiring the Future Lecture Series
Media » Film and Video
Author/Creator
George MacDonald
Description
Discusses the architecture of houses and design styles of totems poles in the villages of Kaigani, Klinkwan, Kassan.
Part 1: Duration: 34:20.
Access to Part 2.
American Indian Culture and Research Journal, vol. 7, no. 2, 1983, pp. 27-50
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Historical review of the Iroquois and the continuing dispute over inherent sovereign rights from the signing, in 1784, up to the appeal at the United Nations in 1945.
Native Studies Review, vol. 18, no. 2, 2009, pp. 51-67
Description
Looks at the Halq'eméylem language renewal, community challenges and strengths of the Stó:lō and the programs available to the preservation of the language.
Eagle Feather News, vol. 12, no. 11, November 2009, p. 17
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Brief profile of Marcella Tsannie, winner of the 2009 SaskTel Youth Culture Award, including future plans and advice given to her by her late Grandmother.
Article located by scrolling to page 17.
Canadian Catholic Historical Association. Study Sessions, vol. 50, 1983, pp. 609-630
Description
Looks at the first federally sponsored study, A Survey of the Contemporary Indians of Canada, which purported to assess the conditions of First Nations people in all regions of Canada.
Native Studies Review, vol. 18, no. 2, 2009, pp. 105-120
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Looks at British Columbia’s mountain pine beetle infestation that threatens First Nation communities and the impact it will have on cultural values and livelihoods.
Canadian Journal of Aboriginal Community-Based HIV/AIDS Research, vol. 2, Winter, 2009, pp. 63-84
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Reports the key recommendations that would help provide Aboriginal Transgender/Two Spirit people with the dignity of an everyday life free of anxieties regarding health and safety.
Aboriginal & Islander Health Worker Journal, vol. 1, no. 1, March 1977, p. 56
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Comments on how the environment that people live in has an impact on people's overall health. Article states that the World Health Organization's (WHO) definition of health is not just the absence of disease, but complete physical, mental and social well being.
Document aimed at informing health planners, administrators and leadership on how health information can be used when developing and delivering programs and services.
Journal of Aboriginal Health, vol. 4, no. 2, Aboriginal Womens Health, December 2009, pp. 17-23
Description
Discusses significant differences in access to health care services based on treaty and historical entitlements and the importance of taking these differences into account for health research.