Tourism

Analyses the representation of the Norwegian Sámi in local and regional tourist brochures.

Author examines The American Prairie Reserve’s (ARP) proposal for reintroducing bison in Montana in the context of shifting American identities, competing economic interests, and a push to restore and preserve the natural ecosystems of the region.

Examines the legitimacy problem currently facing ecotourism and how the management of legitimacy in ecotourism should proceed.

Examines the current and potential economic contributions of the oil and gas, mining, forestry, fishing, utilities, and construction industries in the Northern Regions of Canada.

Looks at state policies that are in conflict with Indigenous subsistence rights by examining three case studies of disputes involving protected areas.

Book review of: Marketing Aboriginal Art in the 1990s edited by Jon Altman and Luke Taylor. Review located by scrolling to page 162.

Comments on rapid community growth and the challenge of reconciling the Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal populations.

Looks at the construction of an Aboriginal or Indigenous public world which includes images, ideas and practices from the late 19th century to the present.

Brief business case study looks at the viability of initiative, which sold locally-produced crafts to cruise ship tourists.

Related material: Summary of Findings.

Reflects on the impact of the mining industry on the way of life of the Innu and Innuit peoples.The article also discusses the ecotourism industry the indigenous people are building in order to preserve their culture and environment.

Delves into the creation of the White Earth Reservation, the allotment periods, and tribal bingo as a source of income, education, and the evolution of their religion for the Chippewa Nation.

Looks at role played by tourism and potential benefits and problems associated with it. Includes case studies from Greenland and Nunavut. Developed for class delivered by University of the Arctic.

Discusses project which explored ways to increase tourism through exploiting connection to the history of the Hudson's Bay Company.

Social Sciences Thesis (MSocSc)--University of Waikato, 2015

Looks at the improvements made to the Back to Batoche site for the annual four day Métis cultural fair. Article located by scrolling to page 18.

Looks at the development of Indigenous businesses to achieve ethical, culturally appropriate, and successful Indigenous participation in tourism and the global economy.

Enviromental Design Thesis (MEDes)--University of Calgary, 2000.

Looks at the arrest and detention of Kahentiiosta, a young Kahnawake Mohawk woman, during the 1990 Oka Crisis. Duration: 29:50.

Book review of Mythic Frontiers by Daniel R. Maher.

Findings from a national study on the successes, barriers, challenges, and opportunities of Aboriginal tourism on economic growth.

Provides general Information and advice as well some tailored to businesses in four categories: those which are in the planning stage, are visitor-ready, market-ready, or export-ready. Includes case study of The Great Spirit Circle Trail.

Created to assist in developing and delivering a market and export ready authentic product. Contains general information, checklists, best practices, self-assessment and case study of Great Spirit Circle Trail.

Journalism Thesis (M.A.)--The University of Montana, 2009.

Discussion about human interaction with the environment, human action with other humans, the protection of natural and cultural resources, and sensitivity to Native American history.

Comments on the overlapping of the two fields.

Humanities Thesis (Ph.D.)--Concordia University, 1994.

Includes Saskatoon City Council minutes from a meeting on Monday, February 8, 1982 regarding a City pilot project to operate a day camp for Aboriginal children. The camp included excursions to the Forestry Farm, Public Library, Museum, Fire Station, and Pike Lake and was deemed a success by Council.

Examines the heritage tourism industry in southwestern Alberta and the possible expansion of cultural tourism into the Crowsnest Pass, Fort Macleod and Cardston regions.

Examines the connection between sustainable rural development and the social economy; and looks at the role of social enterprises in key natural resource sectors, including non-timber forest products, local and organic agriculture, fisheries and shellfish, renewable energy, and ecotourism.

Natural Resources Management Thesis (M.N.R.M.)--Natural Resource Institute, University of Manitoba, 1999.

History (Archival Studies) Thesis (M.A.)--University of Manitoba/University of Winnipeg, 2006.

Author researches tourism in the Kanak areas of New Caledonia.

Highlights Dana Soonias, the new chief executive officer of Wanuskewin Heritage Park, and describes his enthusiasm in accepting the challenge of this new post. Article located by scrolling to page 2.

Describes a project between a university archaeologist and the Mannun Aboriginal Community Association to produce interpretive signs, educational posters and brochures. Entire issue on one pdf.

To access article, scroll to page 33.

Discusses resource development, blockades and social problems.

Explores the economic development activities of the Osoyoos Indian Band. Chapter 27 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 336 or select chapter 27 on side bar.

Explores the Osoyoos Indian Band Aboriginal alliances with non-Aboriginal companies and their approach to economic development; and looks at the Nk’Mip Project including an overview and potential of the wine, cultural and eco tourism industries.

Describes initiative to develop the area as a tourist destination while safeguarding Sami culture, nature and the environment.

Examines feasibility of using summer festivals to generate revenues. Research conducted at two gatherings and through interviews with regional and local tourism officials.

Discussion about providing assistance to entrepreneurs in areas that include tourism, manufacturing, and innovation.

Geography Thesis (M.A.)--McGill University, 1992.

Study focused on light chase tour operations in the Tromsø area, northern Norway.

Site provides information on the Canadian fur trade era for re-enactors, explorers, historic site interpreters and educators.

Postcards of Norway House, Manitoba, past and present. Eight postcards shows historical scenes such as forts, churches and a view of Norway House from 1889. The remaining eight postcards showing modern day scenes like paddlers in a York boat, Aboriginal people posing for camera, and the Paimush Creek Rock Paintings.

Examines the eviction of the Keeseekowenin Ojibway Band from a small reserve within the Riding Mountain National Park boundary in response to local economic development, tourism, and federal administrative priorities.

Provides brief overview of geography, society, economy, history, features of land claim, and two central political issues: local control and values of its people.

Reviews opportunities, challenges and difficulties that could arise from implementation of northern land claims. Scroll down to page 221 to read article.