BC Studies, no. 179, Ethnobotany in BC, Autumn, 2013, pp. 228-229
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Book review of Standing Up with Ga’axsta’las by Leslie A. Robertson and the Kwagu’ł Gixsam Clan.
Entire review section on one pdf. To access this review, scroll to p. 228.
Études Inuit Studies, vol. 34, no. 2, Technologies Créatives / Creative Technologies, 2010, pp. 61-80
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Examines how the creation of Inuktitut media content could be an effective means of creative improvisation, linguistic and cultural preservation. Article also challenges prevailing critical approaches to the Inuit as linguistically and culturally vulnerable.
Indigenous Policy Journal, vol. 21, no. 2, Proceedings of the 2010 Western Social Science Association American Indian Studies Section, Summer, 2010, pp. 1-6
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Comments on the cost of mining to people and the environment, for corporate and government benefit.
State of Alaska Task Force on the Crimes of Human Trafficking
Promoting Prostitution and Sex Trafficking
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Includes definition of the term human trafficking, common identifiers of those at risk, primary needs of victims, summaries of information gathered from service organizations, law enforcement, and public hearings, testimony and comments. Thirteen recommendations are made in the areas of prevention, assistance to victims, and amendments to legislation.
Identifies factors, issues, challenges and programmes that may enter into discussions about learning priorities among First Nations reserves and communities in order to provide guidance and direct potential actions.
Wicazo Sa Review, vol. 25, no. 2, Fall, 2010, pp. 11-28
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Introduction to the Indigenous Environmental Network (IEN), the work the network does internationally and domestically, and the challenges faced to help protect North America.
ITK [Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami] Socio-Economic Department
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Provides information on historical background and current context of education, issues, and success stories. Submitted as input to the Canadian Council on Learning's Knowledge Centres.
Includes both peer-reviewed and grey literature from eight scientific databases, government agencies, organizations, universities, and research centres.
Indigenous Affairs, no. 2, Shifting Cultivation, 2005, pp. 30-37
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Discusses transformation of livelihood systems, disruption of communities and survival of cultural heritage and identity.
To access this article, scroll down to page 30.
Mobility Status 5 Years Ago by Age Groups, for the Population Aged 5 Years and Over of Nunavut, 2011 NHS
Province or Territory of Residence 5 Years ago (in 2006) for the Interprovincial Migrants Aged 5 Years and Over of Canada, Provinces and Territories, 2011 NHS
Statistical data of numbers of violent offences against family members in Nunavut, Canada as a whole, as well as each of the provinces and other territories.
Variety of statistics dealing with demographics, characteristics of preprimary, elementary, high school, and postsecondary students, and educational outcomes.
Report on mental health and addictions services provides background information, lists, mental health and addiction research, and explanation of recommendations.
Brief discussion of risk and protective factors associated with completion, promising practices and programs, and recommendations for future initiatives.