English Thesis (M.A.)--University of Wisconsin Oshkosh, 2010.
Focuses on The Lone Ranger and Tonto Fistfight in Heaven and The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie.
Discusses four-year project undertaken at the University of Victoria to increase retention and success of Aboriginal students through supportive programming, positive community experiences, peer mentoring, financial assistance, and cultural training for faculty and staff.
Discusses four-year project undertaken at the University of Victoria to increase retention and success of Aboriginal students through supportive programming, positive community experiences, peer mentoring, financial assistance, and cultural training for faculty and staff.
Extensive list includes information on program name, agency responsible for program administration, whether service is available in Indigenous languages, availability of resources for different groups, whether staff have cultural safety training (Quitlines), strategy or framework, and capacity building.
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American Indian Quarterly, vol. 32, no. 2, Spring, 2008, pp. 204-218
Description
Author examines the financial successes the Pequot nation has achieved through the Foxwood Casino and other ventures; considers the strategies used by the nation and how those strategies have allowed for success.
Vancouver Police Department's response outlines present and future initiatives. Discusses recruitment practices, strengthening community relations, culturally appropriate and gender-neutral policy, practices and procedures, increased training in cultural competence and trauma informed responses, review of investigative practices and future directions.
Looks at a study led by Dr. Pierre Haddad, working with Cree Elders, to develop plant therapies for healing complications of diabetes in a culturally respective way.
Summary of report which investigates how community change can occur using practical solutions to implement new or modified programs for school science curriculum.
Researches one student's successful experiences of learning mathematics from place based education, which incorporates the land and people where students come from.
Journal of Continuing Education in Nursing, vol. 32, no. 1, Winter, January-February 2001, pp. 38-45
Description
Survey provides a basis for comparing and contrasting continuing education issues of these nurses to other nurses working in remote locations around the world.
Eagle Feather News, vol. 11, no. 5, May 2008, p. 21
Description
Comments on the program designed to educate and train Saskatchewan Métis to fill employment opportunities for skilled labour.
Article located by scrolling to page 21.
Canadian Journal of Native Education, vol. 25, no. 2, 2001, pp. 207-210
Description
Book review of:Learning to be an Anthropologist and Remaining "Native" by Beatrice Medicine with Sue-Ellen Jacobs, forewords by Ted Garner and Faye V. Harrison.
Canadian Journal of Native Education, vol. 33, no. 1, Connecting to Spirit in Indigenous Research, 2010
Description
Discussion on stories shared by Jeff Baker and his father, Lee Baker on physical and cultural disconnection, and the benefits of listening to and learning from each another.
Aboriginal and Islander Health Worker Journal, vol. 25, no. 4, July/August 2001, pp. 19-25
Description
The Suicide Prevention Project operates under a community development mode of collaboration by interacting with the entire community. Results pointed to culturally appropriate guidelines and the establishment of locally supported network to respond to at risk individuals.
Outlines a scientific history of uranium, and looks at the traditional Navajo’s belief system regarding uranium and milling as a disruption in the balance of earth and sky.
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Northern Review, no. 32, Spring, 2010, pp. 204-206
Description
Book review of, Legacies and Change in Polar Sciences: Historical, Legal and Political Reflections on the International Polar Year by Jessica M. Shadian.
Leonie Sandercock discusses documentary, Finding Our Way a documentary about Burns Lake municipality, the reserve in the middle and the Carrie Nation.
Duration: 47.12.
From Truth to Reconciliation: Transforming the Legacy of Residential Schools
E-Books » Chapters
Author/Creator
Beverley Jacobs
Andrea J. Williams
Description
Describes the findings of the Sisters in Spirit initiative and work with grieving families.
Chapter from From Truth to Reconciliation: Transforming the Legacy of Residential Schools edited by Marlene Brant Castellano.
Article reports on a forum hosted at the United Nations Church Center by the Anglican Consultative Council, the World Council of Churches, and Canadian Anglicans affiliated with the International Anglican Women's Network (IAWN).
National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls
Description
Represents views and opinions of the National Inquiry after consultations with legal scholars and lawyers with expertise on genocide and international crimes. Topics include: definition, Canada's actions and omissions as genocidal conduct (actus reus), Canada's specific intent to destroy Indigenous peoples (mens rea), and Canada's responsibility for genocide and obligations for reparations.
Legal and Normative Bases For Sami Claims to Land in the Nordic
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Asbjørn Eide
International Journal on Minority and Group Rights, vol. 8, no. 2/3, Special Issue on Sami rights in Finland, Norway, Russia and Sweden, 2001, pp. 127-149
Description
History of discussions surrounding Sami land and water rights and legal consequences of claims in Norway.
Commonwealth Law Bulletin, vol. 36, no. 4, 2010, pp. 691-706
Description
Contends that links between Canadian policies and African apartheid are doubtful and claims that specific Canadian legal approaches have been adopted by South Africa's system, are absent from South African historical accounts.
The Legends Project is a compilation of traditional oral stories, legends, and histories of Canada's Inuit and First Nations. They are transcribed, dramatized, and cast within the communities. This audio recording is from Iqaluit, Nunavut.
Duration: 53:59
The Legends Project is a compilation of traditional oral stories, legends, and histories of Canada's Inuit and First Nations. They are transcribed, dramatized, and cast within the communities. This audio recording is from Eastern Arctic.
Duration: 54:57
Terms used by First Nation's to identify their people, as well as English and French words used for cultural groups. Includes links to information about sacred beings, ranching, rodeo, arts, entertainment and industries.
The Legends Project is a compilation of traditional oral stories, legends, and histories of Canada's Inuit and First Nations. They are transcribed, dramatized, and cast within the communities. Audios contain general information on the First Nations involved, recordings of Elders, explanation of the legends, and legends recorded in both English and the original First Nations language.
Ideas (Canadian Broadcasting Corporation) ; May 18, 2010
Legends Project
Max'inuxw the Killer Whale Stalks Its Prey
Peace Treaty with the Mi'max'inuxw - The Killer Whales
The Gwich'in Legends
The Little Wren
The Origin of Dances and the Potlatch
The Path of Our Ancestors
Media » Sound Recordings
Author/Creator
Lalakanis
Pauline Alfred
Henry "Teen" Hunt
Helen "Teen" Hunt
Maxwayalis Charlie Matilpi
Namgis Chief Wawi'igesu
Description
The Legends Project is a compilation of traditional oral stories, legends, and histories of Canada's Inuit and First Nations. They are transcribed, dramatized, and cast within the communities. This segment created in Alert Bay, British Columbia.
Duration: 53.59