Economic Development

This file contains a part of a transcript of a portion of a sitting of the Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples at The Fern Resort, Orillia, Ontario. This part includes a presentation given by Sharon Hayman-Howard at the Round Table discussion on Self-Sufficiency issues and economic development in the Aboriginal Community.

This file contains a part of a transcript of a portion of a sitting of the Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples at The Fern Resort, Orillia, Ontario. This part includes a presentation given by Sherry Lawson at the Round Table discussion on self-sufficiency issues and economic development in the Aboriginal community.

This file contains a part of a transcript of a portion of a sitting of the Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples at The Fern Resort, Orillia, Ontario. This part includes questions and comments by the assembled Commissioners, Mary Sillitt and Bertha Wilson regarding the presentations given at the Round Table discussion on Self-Sufficiency issues and economic development in the Aboriginal Community.

File contains a portion of the transcript of the National Round Table on Aboriginal Health and Social Issues of the Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples at Vancouver, British Columbia.

File contains volume 3 of the transcript of the National Round Table on Aboriginal Health and Social Issues of the Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples at Vancouver, British Columbia. This portion of the volume contains a Round Table Discussion on the roles and responsibilities of the health care partners in ensuring that non-Aboriginal institutions are responsible to Aboriginal needs, as discussed on Day 3.

This file contains a transcript of a sitting of the Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples at The Citadel Inn, Ottawa, Ontario. This is a Round Table Session on Education as a Tool for Self-sufficiency. Participating in the session are Elder Noel Knockwood, Brenda LaFrance, Sandra Delaronde, Lionel Orlikow, Dr. Isaac Mabindisa, George Calliou, Deanna Nyce, Gilbert Whiteduck, Joyce Goodstriker, Sheri Chisan, Del Anaquod, Jean Goodwill. Comments from the floor were made by Keith Goulet, Ruth Norton, Gordon Poulson, Charles CooCoo, Josepi Padlayat and Harvey McCue.

File contains a presentation by Chief Andrew Kirkness in English and Cree (translation provided in text). Kirkness discusses the historical relationship between Aboriginal and Non-Aboriginal Canadians, land claims, intergovernmental affairs, the Constitution, the status of off reserve First Nations people, Education, nothern conditions, the Indian Act, economic issues, cultural issues, the importance of Elders to First Nations governance, and the situation of Aboriginal youth.

File contains volume 3 of the transcript of the National Round Table on Aboriginal Health and Social Issues of the Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples at Vancouver, British Columbia. This portion of the volume contains a summary of the three day meeting by Dr. John O'Neil; closing remarks by Louis T. Montour and a presentation to thanks to the Elders present.

This file contains a transcript of a sitting of the Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples at The Citadel Inn, Ottawa, Ontario. This is a Summary of the Round Table Sessions by Dr. Guy Lavallee.

This file contains a round table discussion from a sitting of the Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples at the Winnipeg Convention Centre, Winnipeg, Manitoba, on Wednesday, June 2, 1993.

Papers presented at a conference co-sponsored by the Royal Bank of Canada and the Council for the Advancement of Native Development Officers (CANDO) held in October 1997. Focused on the benefits of economic development of Aboriginal communities.

Looks at four types of Aboriginal economies, discusses conditions needed for rebuilding, and gives a summary of recommendations put forward by the Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples.

Anthropology Thesis (M.A.)--University of Calgary, 1990.

Act outlines the rights of the Sioux Nation related to economic development, self-determination, traditional religion, and preserving the sacred Black Hills.

Chronicles the history and government policies towards the people in the northeastern corner of Cambodia. To access this article scroll down to page 30.

Discusses the commitment of a diverse group of business, community, government and First Nation officicials to increase Aboriginal employment in Saskatchewan's growing economy. Article located by scrolling to page 19.

Looks at the provincial Leggatt Inquiry, the legal and political context surrounding it, and the intrusion into First Nations territory and ways of life and peoples effected.

Economics and Social Sciences Thesis (D.Sc.)--Agricultural University of Norway, 2000.

Looks at the framework for the work that is needed in the next five to seven years to ensure the arts in Nunavut thrive and continue to contribute to the economics of the territory.

Includes Saskatoon City Council minutes from a meeting on Monday, June 11, 1984 regarding a request by Bruce Sanderson of the Saskatchewan Association of Friendship Centres that City Council respond to a tentative proposal to integrate Aboriginal people in Urban Communities. The Council moves that the letter be received and referred to the Planning and Development Committee.

Explores the differentiating features of Aboriginal entrepreneurship in Canada with Indigenous entrepreneurship worldwide. Chapter 28 from International Handbook of Research on Indigenous Entrepreneurship edited by Léo-Paul Dana and Robert B. Anderson. Entire e-book on one pdf. To access chapter, scroll to page 352 or select chapter 28 on side bar.

Chief of the Federation of Saskatchewan Indian Nations outlines Canadian First Nations governance structure and highlights major events, legislation, and court decisions which form the framework for future negotiations. Duration: 1:31:59. Presentation Slides

The file contains a pamphlet made by the Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority and the Saskatoon Tribal Council regarding a proposed new casino for downtown Saskatoon. The pamphlet encourages people to vote yes in an upcoming referendum by explaining the multiple economic benefits of a downtown casino. "Yes. A Destination Casino: It's not a gamble. Look at the facts."

Looks at improving corporate accountability, identity, and reputation in light of the Dutch Lerat Affair scandal.

Economics Thesis (M.A.)--University of Saskatchewan, 1999.

Introduces Tribal Chief, Glen Johnstone of the Saskatoon Tribal Council, whose membership includes seven First Nations located within 250 kilometers of Saskatoon.

Looks at the Tanami Network, a project that links smaller communities to Alice Springs and Darwin through video-conferencing.

Reports the dedication of two buildings, the Science and Technology Center and the Family Support Center, at Sitting Bull College, North Dakota.

Natural Resources Management Thesis (M.N.R.M.)--University of Manitoba, 2004.

Report conducted to support First Nations fisheries in the Atlantic region and provide information to potential students by identifying support services, college programming, research centres, reports and projects.

Argues that focusing on Aboriginal rights as a cause of economic uncertainty fails to take into account the instability inherent in capitalism.

Detailed description of a Bill regarding the Great Sioux Nation Reservation rights to land and resources.

Examines security challenges of Arctic including consequences of climate change, natural and man-made disasters, sovereignty-related issues, and sustainability and resiliency of communities.

Discusses strategies for building local economies that can support Indigenous development and foster the exchange of knowledge and experience between researchers, policy analysts, and Aboriginal communities.

Argues that self government and economic progress are firmly linked and must develop together.

Article examines the effects and fallout of international economies and multi-national corporations for hunters and trappers in North America; argues that the changing economic dynamics accelerate state dependency among hunters and trappers.

Explores the different phases of capitalist development and the interaction with the economic systems and political structures of Aboriginal peoples.

"The research of SERC 2, has been undertaken to determine if countervailing opportunities for such communities in other natural resources sectors with respect to the sectors of non-timber forest resources, non-traditional fisheries, local and organic food systems, renewable energy, and eco-tourism existed within Alberta and B.C."

Environmental Studies Thesis (MES)--York University, 2016.

Illustrates a preliminary attempt at a comprehensive understanding of the assortment in Mackenzie Inuit economic and settlement systems.

Speaks about resource development and the challenges faced by Indigenous people in the pursuit of transitional change. Duration: 1:22:49.

Looks at employment obstacles in the mining industry and provides suggestions for improvement.

Discusses aspects of economic development in Canada as they relate to Aboriginal communities, including barriers to success, factors that contribute to success and a need for new approaches.

Provides information about sustainable initiatives in various First Nations communities throughout Canada. The initiatives focus on economic, environmental, and social sustainability.

Looks at the continued success of the Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority due to a booming Saskatchewan economy and hospitality of staff. Article located by scrolling to page A-12.

Comments on the success of SIGA and acknowledges great customer service as one key asset of this success. Article located on page 1 and by scrolling to page 14.