Rights

Study conducted through telephone interviews on a representative sample of 1500 English- or French-speaking Canadians, 18 years of age or older between September 17 and September 22, 2002. Used data from Statistics Canada to ensure representative sample of entire Canadian adult population.

Examines the role international norms play in shaping Sami policy and possible future repercussions.

File contains document entitled "Slavery" stating that French explorers accepted the practice of Canadian Indigenous people who were held as slaves, men and women captured in tribal warfare (from Encyclopedia Canadiana, page 327 (n.d.). Document stating that there is a quiet revolution happening with examples like Native Claims and Women's Liberation at centre stage.

Reading of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights which was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly on December 10, 1948. Duration: 12:27.

Reports on the operational debut of United Nations Program on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) in January 1996.

The author, a member of the Faculty of Law, University of British Columbia, acknowledges serious violations of the human rights of Canada's Aboriginal and Inuit peoples and hopes the proposed Canadian Government's Indian Claims legislation will improve their quality of life.

Report for the PBLI Canadian Aboriginal Law 2013 Forum, held November 25 and 27, 2013 in Ottawa. Explains the Canadian Human Rights Act, sec. 67 and Aboriginal inequality.

Book review of: Human Rights of Indigenous Peoples by Ian McIntosh.

Examination of the various aspects surrounding treaties or agreements between Indigenous peoples and the nation states.

Connects the links between protest, resistance, human security, constitutional rights and Bill C-36.

Argues that Western governments are faced with two choices: meaningful engagement with the principle free, prior and informed consent or facing large-scale shutdowns from alliances of Indigenous peoples, environmentalists and concerned citizens.

Discusses issues regarding Métis identity including recognition of their own unique identity, culture and governance.

Media, Communication and Development Thesis (M.Sc.)--University of London, 2014.

Review intended to provide information about existing and potential models for First Nations control of education.

Social Science Thesis--University of Lapland, 2012. Sami content.

Revised edition.

Response to questionnaire sent out by the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the rights of Indigenous peoples.

Papers, presentations and proceedings from the conference Impact of NAFTA on Aboriginal Business in North America held in Saskatoon, Sk., May 28-29, 2001.

Presents an overview of the trade agreement, viewpoints from the three governments and Indigenous people's responses and concerns about NAFTA.

Overview of colonization and the protests by the Indigenous people in Tahiti, New Zealand and Australia.

Provides overview of recent Canadain progress on Indigenous policy. Presentation at the ANTaR National Seminar: Forging a New Relationship.

Report prepared for Insight Information's conference Aboriginal Oil and Gas: Preparing and Planning for the Next Wave of Resource Development Projects, April 24-25, 2006, Edmonton, Alberta. With additional comments on: Haida Nation v. British Columbia and Taku River Tlingit First Nation v. British Columbia

Describes a Center that provides leadership, resources and rights advocacy training.

Interview with MP on reasons why the right to free, prior and informed consent is important.

Political Science Thesis (M.A.)--The University of British Columbia, 1996.

Examines how cultural ethnocentrism has influenced the interpretation of law and the maintenance of colonial control over Indigenous North Americans.

Discusses pastoral districts, government support, and gender issues related to roles, education, healthcare and HIV/AIDS. To access this article, scroll down to page 30.

Findings of the court case involving the Crown v. Joseph Drybones, who was found guilty of intoxication off a reserve, contrary to Section 94(b) of the Indian Act.

Outlines the concept of "Aboriginality" and the role legislative definitions had in defining Aboriginal peoples.

Documents relating to the Indian Act, established in 1876; includes index. Excerpt from bound volume of Canadian Government annual reports.

Historical note:

In 1876, the first consolidated Indian Act reflected the Canadian government's preoccupation with land management, First Nations membership and local government, and the ultimate goal of assimilation of Canada's Aboriginal population.

Discusses Section 87 of the Indian Act, legislation that predates the Income Tax Act.

Short history of Indian and Treaty rights starting with the Royal Proclamation of 1763.

Looks into the Indian Act and calls for an immediate amendment of the status provisions.

Contains links to full-text articles written by scholars and published by universities. Currently over 500 articles by 408 authors, with new material being added on an on-going basis.

Looks at the history of the Indian Arts and Crafts Act (IACA) of 1990, creation of trademark rights and the consequences.

Folder includes a report entitled "Memorial on Indian Affairs" relating to the establishment of a Royal Commission on Indian Affairs and which speaks on various issues relating to improving the indigenous standard of living, and correspondence relating to enfranchisement.

Native American Studies Thesis (M.A.)--University of Lethbridge, 2015.

The author states in the preface: "In presenting this volume to the public, the writer has three objects in view. First, to give a concise description of the character of the aborigines of British North America; their superiority over many other pagan nations in intellect, oratory and generosity. Also, their increasing desires when brought under the influence of civilization, to abandon the wandering habits of the savage, and become agriculturists and citizens, and cultivate the habits of industry and frugality.

Respondent challenges the judgment of the Court of Appeals which terminated her parental rights to her son.

Discusses Commission mandate, and specific claims; Primrose Lake Air Weapons Range claim; Athabasca Denesuline Treaty Harvesting Rights Inquiry.

Northwest Territories Court of Appeal denied land claims based on Treaty 8 and 11.

Examines whether the protections of the Charter guaranteed to Canadian citizens should apply to First Nations people in their relationship with their own tribal members who are also Canadian citizens.

Overview of the history of health care provision to the Aboriginal population.

Treaty basis for hunting rights.

Extensive list of resources dealing with Canada and United States.

"National publication for the Indians of Canada". Focus on Indigenous issues, events at residential schools and legal decisions. Articles reflect the attitudes and policies of the time.