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Gender in Research on Northern Resource Development (Draft)

Alternate Title
ReSDA Gap Analysis Report ; no.14
Resources and Sustainable Development in the Arctic (ReSDA) Gap Analysis Report ; no.14
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Suzanne Mills
Martha Dowsley
Emilie Cameron
Looks at the role of women in resource development and community governance from an economic, socio-cultural and political point of view.
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The Generative Structure of Aboriginal Rights

Alternate Title
Moving Toward Justice: Legal Traditions and Aboriginal Justice
E-Books » Chapters
Author/Creator
Brian Slattery
Comments on the Van der Peet case. Chapter 1 from Moving Toward Justice: Legal Traditions and Aboriginal Justice edited by John D. Whyte.
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Genes, Ownership, and Indigenous Reality

Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Grant Gillett
Felicity McKergow
Social Science & Medicine, vol. 65, no. 10, November 2007, p. 2093–2104
Examines the bioethical issues involving genetic ownership related to beliefs and practices of a culture and the effects on both health care and research.
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The Genocide Question and Indian Residential Schools in Canada

Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
David B. MacDonald
Graham Hudson
Canadian Journal of Political Science, vol. 45, no. 2, June 2012, pp. 427-449
Discusses using the term cultural genocide for the legacy of the residential school system and its legal, social, and political implications.
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Genocide Studies: An Australian Perspective

Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Colin Tatz
Genocide Studies and Prevention, vol. 6, no. 3, Winter, 2011, pp. 231-244
Discusses issues surrounding the politics of race and genocidal practices relating to crimes against humanity.
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Giving Birth the "White Man's Way"

Articles » General
Author/Creator
Sheila Jennings Linehan
Healthsharing, vol. 13, no. 2, Summer/Fall, 1992, pp. 11-15
Talks about the Inuit philosophy of child birth and compares it to the southern obstetrical practices. Journal on one pdf. Scroll down to page 11 to read article.
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Gladue Primer

Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Jay Istvanffy
Basic information on the court decision which gives Aboriginals special rights in terms of setting bail or during sentencing when they commit a crime.
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A Glass Half Empty: Drinking Water in First Nations Communities

Alternate Title
Moving Forward, Making a Difference ; vol. 1
Aboriginal Policy Research ; vol. 3
Aboriginal Policy Research Conference ; 2nd, 2006
E-Books » Chapters
Author/Creator
Sarah N. Morales
vol. 3

Looks at current federal policy and suggests co-management and recognition of Aboriginal rights as forward approaches.

Chapter nine from Moving Forward, Making a Difference, vol. 1, which is also vol. 3 in the Aboriginal Policy Research series.

Originally presented at the second annual Aboriginal Policy Research Conference, 2006.

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Groundwork for Change

Web Sites » Organizations
Author/Creator
Monique Woroniak
Liz Carlson
Sites provides information to assist non-indigenous people grow relationships with Indigenous people. Includes links and video to topics on Aboriginal Title, residential schools, concepts on colonialism, racism, missing and murdered women, privilege, and allies as well as section on basic terminology.
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Guide for Lawyers Working with Indigenous Peoples

Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Advocates' Society
Indigenous Bar Association
Law Society of Ontario

Includes brief historical overview of Indigenous peoples and cultural competency, practical tools and guidance for advocates, list of resources for specific assistance, and suggestions for further reading.

Related Material: 1st Supplement.

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Guide to Aboriginal Harvesting Rights: Fishing, Hunting, Trapping, Gathering

Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Claire Truesdale
Karey Brooks
Briefly defines rights, explains rights of Status and Non-Status Indians and Métis people, and discusses conservation, public and safety rules, and where to get help if charged with a harvesting offence. Information specific to British Columbia. Third edition.
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Guide to First Nations Engagement on Local Government Statutory Approvals (Interim)

Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Ministry of Community
Sport and Cultural Development [British Columbia]
Local Government Division
Purpose of the guide is to facilitate the timely processing of requests from local governments to the Province of British Columbia for statutory approvals of boundary changes, adoption of amendment of zoning bylaws, and more.
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Guidelines on Indigenous Peoples' Issues

Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Inter-Agency Support Group on Indigenous Issues (IAGS)
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.
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Haida Marine Planning: First Nations as a Partner in Marine Conservation

Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Russ Jones
Catherine Rigg
Lynn Lee
Ecology and Society, vol. 15, no. 1, Privilege to Fish, 2010, p. [?]
Looks at the Pacific North Coast Integrated Management Area (PNCIMA) initiative which may result in improved protection of Haida Gwaii (Queen Charlotte Islands) waters for future generations, greater Haida participation in management decisions, and increasing emphasis on sustainability of both local fisheries and communities.
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Healing Historical Trauma: Relocation of Aboriginal Communities: Case Study

Alternate Title
Aboriginal Studies ; 20
Peoples and Cultural Change Teacher Resource
Relocation of Aboriginal Communities: Case Study: The Mushuaua Innu and Davis Inlet
Walking Together: First Nations, Métis and Inuit Perspectives in Curriculum
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Kanai Board of Education
Teacher resource for Grade 11 Aboriginal Studies classes. Discusses the relocation of the Mushuaua Innu of Labrador which happened on three separate occasions: 1948, 1967 and 2002. Excerpt from Peoples and Cultural Change Teacher Resource by the Kanai Board of Education.
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Highlights of Tebtebba's Major Activities: July to December 2012 Report

Articles » General
Author/Creator
Raymond de Chavez
Grace Balawag
Len Regpala
Jo Ann Guillao
Ellen Dictaa-Bang-oa
Tebtebba, vol. 14, 2013, pp. 25-38
Reports that due to effective implementation of projects and high visibility in key global processes, the organization was able to increase funding support from donors. Entire issue on one pdf. To access article, scroll to page 25.
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An Historical Introduction to Métis Claims in Canada

Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
John Leonard Taylor
The Canadian Journal of Native Studies, vol. 3, no. 1, 1983, pp. 151-181
Historical overview of government responses to claims and discussion of the recognition of Métis rights and interest in land.
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Historical Review

Articles » General
Saskatchewan Indian, Our Way (The Saskatchewan Indian Position)
Historical look at First Nation and government relations in Canada.
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History of Canadian Indians: 1763-1840

Alternate Title
Canada and Its Provinces, Vol. IV
E-Books » Chapters
Author/Creator
Duncan C. Scott
Overview of history concerning First Nations in Canada, including government policy, war and conflict, Indian Affairs, rights, religious instruction and education. Excerpt from: Canada and Its Provinces, Vol. IV, edited by Adam Shortt and Arthur Doughty.
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Home Stretch

Articles » General
Author/Creator
Ellen L. Lutz
Cultural Survival Quarterly, vol. 31, no. 1, Passing the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, Spring, 2007
Description of the rights that indigenous peoples worldwide seek to gain.
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Honouring Indigenous Treaty Rights for Climate Justice

Alternate Title
Honoring Indigenous Treaty Rights for Climate Justice
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
C. S. Mantyka-Pringle
C. N. Westman
A. P. Kythreotis
D. W. Schindler
Nature Climate Change, vol. 5, no. 9, September 2015, pp. 798-801
Uses the Alberta oil sands and Treaty Eight as an example of how adhering to the treaty terms could result in environmental and social benefits for all Canadians and make the country a leader in sustainability and climate governance.
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