Corrections & Healing

Sociology Thesis (M.A.)--Carleton University, 2013

Sociology Thesis (M.A.)--University of Manitoba, 2008.

Article from 1993 Conference proceedings, discussing the Battlefords area Katapamisuak Society, a project focussed on mediation and diversion from court working to find alternatives, yet remain within the current justice system. Excerpt from Continuing Poundmaker & Riel's Quest: Presentations Made at a Conference on Aboriginal Peoples and Justice compiled by Richard Gosse, James Youngblood Henderson, Roger Carter.

Consists of an interview with non-Indian employed at the Gabriel Dumont Institute in Regina. At the time of the interview he was writing a book on the history of the Metis nation.

Consists of an interview that provides a brief account of the settlement of disputes.

Article from 1993 Conference proceedings, questions current punitive processing system and compares a justice-as-healing approach grounded in community-driven counsel and education for alcohol, violence, abuse as an alternative. Excerpt from Continuing Poundmaker & Riel's Quest: Presentations Made at a Conference on Aboriginal Peoples and Justice compiled by Richard Gosse, James Youngblood Henderson, Roger Carter.

Book review of: Dying From Improvement by Sherene H. Razack.

Discusses how sentencing circles function in relation to abused women, and international law as it pertains to trafficking.

Introductory article to issue states that in spite of the diversity of topics the articles are connected by common themes and conclusions.

Provides account of progress of a three year research project attempting to meet the need for more effective rehabilitation programming.

Outlines the origins and strategy of the Elders who work with Correctional Service Canada (CSC) in the prairie provinces.

Author advocates that the healing process begins with ourselves and that the energy that goes into providing service/assistance, in turn affects others. Note: This is a sample article from the publication Justice as Healing. Subscriptions are available from the Native Law Centre.

Information regarding alternatives to incarceration and parole supervision of Aboriginal offenders pursuant to section 81 and 84 of the Corrections and Conditional Release Act.

Discusses initiatives aimed at reducing incarceration and recidivism rates in federal prisons.

Criminology and Criminal Justice Policy Thesis (M.A.)--University of Guelph, 2016.

Discusses the potential for different types of restorative justice activities and programs for young offenders.

Discusses alternative justice models. Note: This is a sample article from the publication. Subscriptions are available from the Native Law Centre.

Interdisciplinary Studies Thesis (DSSc)--Royal Roads University, 2018.

President of the Native Women's Association of Canada and two representatives from the Community Holistic Circle Healing, Hollow Water First Nation appeared before the Committee.

Uses Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) Offender Intake Assessment (OIA) in conjunction with data from One-Day Snapshot of Inmates in Canada's Adult Correctional Facilities. Ratings for seven needs: employment, marital/family, association/socialization, substance abuse, community, personal/emotional, and attitude.

Provides description of physical aspects of lodges and an assessment of their success through interviews with residents.

Examines the Tupiq program which provides culturally-appropriate treatment for Inuit sex offenders incarcerated in federal correctional facilities.

Assessment of the Reintegration Potential Reassessment (RPR) and its validity when applied to Aboriginals.

Criminology Thesis (Ph.D.)--Université de Montréal, 2004.

Sociology Thesis (M.A.)--University of Saskatchewan, 2014.

Discusses the concept of healing people as a form of justice as an alternative to punishing them. Note: This is a sample article from the publication. Subscriptions are available from the Native Law Centre.

Social Studies Thesis (M.A.)--University of Regina, 2004.

"This audit focused on whether Correctional Service Canada provided correctional interventions in a timely manner to Indigenous offenders to assist with their successful reintegration into the community." Audit covered the period between April 2013 and August 2016.

Describes pilot project at the Emu Plains Correctional Centre in New South Wales, Australia where Indigenous women were trained in family research methodology.

Sociology Thesis (M.A.)--University of Saskatchewan, 2011.

Data gathered on Saturday, October 5, 1996.

Interdisciplinary Studies Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of Saskatchewan, 2011.

Discusses the impact of FAS/ FAE and Aboriginal populations on the criminal justice system and makes recommendations.

Article based on an earlier extensive literature review on the syndrome and its implications for the criminal justice system and corrections.

Consists of an interview where Chief Black Bear's story is told by his son Pikats (this is his nickname, meaning unknown).

Identifies factors leading to addictions recovery, barriers to healing and areas needing more attention.

Presents series of final reports about healing programs, practices and interventions involving residential school survivors.

Comments on a summit held February 17-19, 2009 based on the need to address the high rates of violence perpetrated against Aboriginal women.

Consists of an interview where Fine Day describes the punishment for violation of their hunting code. He also describes the selection and duties of ceremonial officers and the use of buffalo pounds.

Consists of an interview where he gives various reasons for holding a Sundance.

Consists of an interview where he gives a description of punishment for violation of the hunting code. He also gives a brief description of saddle making.