Oral History

Consists of an interview where Fine Day gives a description of death customs.

Consists of an interview where Fine Day gives a description of death customs, a description of the construction of tipis and talks about the ceremonialism associated with their use.

Geography Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of British Columbia, 2002.

Book review of: First Nations, First Thoughts edited by Annis May Timpson.

Looks at the four steps in the traditional Siksika approach to effective learning.

Examines the impact of Aboriginal thinkers on the mid-nineteenth century colonial approach to historical thought and writings.

Looks at the structure and function of grassland ecosystems in British Columbia from pre-European contact through the present; and discusses grassland restoration ecology from a First Nations perspective.

Recalls historic events between First Nations peoples and the RCMP going back to the North West Resistance of 1885.

Teachers' guide looks at how First Nations survived the weather extremes of Saskatchewan and includes personal narratives and legends.

Book review of First Person Plural by Sophie McCall. Entire book review section on one pdf. To access this review scroll to p. 229.

Describes First Rider (Bill Heavy Runner)'s understanding of promises made in Treaty #7 and how they were later broken.

Consists of an interview with George First Rider where he discusses the construction and rituals connected with Holy Lodges. Note: Dave Melting Tallow, interpreter. Joanne Greenwood, transcriber.

Anthropology Thesis (M.A.)--Simon Fraser University, 1999.

Part of a story that gives the traditional history of a specific subgroup on the island.

Natural Resources Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of Manitoba, 2012.

Consists of an interview that tells of the origin of the Fly Society.

Looks at the strategies of two curators involved in planning the First Peoples Hall at the Canadian Museum of Civilization. Entire issue on one pdf. To access article, scroll to page 18.

Collection of six Cree stories: The Creation, The Birth of Lake Mistassini, The Painted Canoe, A Big Perch, The Story of Katonao.

Four stories collected from pupils attending the Indian Boarding School, Norway House, Manitoba entitled: The Robin, The Four Brothers, The Dancing Birds, and The Boy and his Sister.

Collection of sixteen tales.

Explores the "relationship between the various features of the Star-Husband tale and the social insitutions of the tribes in which this story was told."

Book review of: Following Nimishoomis by Helen Agger.

Book review of: Footprints Along the Cape York Sandbeaches by Nonie Sharp. Review located by scrolling to page 147.

Author recalls her childhood in a small, isolated Vancouver Island community and some of the changes that lead to the death of a 13 year old resident.

Kurundi people tell their story through oral accounts.

Investigates the importance of interpreters during early Indigenous-white relations. A translator was a difficult position due to the numerous variations of the Indigenous linguistic groups. The best translators also needed to not only know the languages but also have an understanding of Indigenous cultures and traditions due to the symbolic nature of Indigenous speeches.

Court transcript of a trial to determine the validity of certain treaties. Court proceedings conducted during the months of April to August of 1973.

Court transcript of a trial to determine the validity of certain treaties. Court trial conducted during April to August, 1973.

Report includes the following papers: Report of the Chief by J. Walter Fewkes The Mythical Origin of the White Buffalo Dance of the Fox Indians by Truman Michelson The Autobiography of a Fox Indian Woman by Truman Michelson Notes on Fox Mortuary Customs and Beliefs by Truman Michelson Notes on the Fox Society Known as "Those Who Worship the Little Spotted Buffalo" by Truman Michelson The Traditional Origin of the Fox Society Known as "The Singing Around Rite" by Truman Michelson

Forum includes: Lonesome Duck: The Blueing of a Texas-American Myth. Mourning Dove: Editing in All Directions to "Get Real". Entire issue on one PDF. To access article, scroll down to appropriate page.

Social Work Thesis (DSW)--Wilfred Laurier University, 1993.

Audio recording of Métis author speaking about community and the importance of storytelling. Duration: 55:06.

Natural Resource Management Thesis (M.N.R.M.)--University of Manitoba, 1993.

Consists of an interview that tells of the origin of the Fox Society.

General recollections of her school days.

A bundle transfer ceremony is discussed as well as a brief description of an Indian healing ceremony.

An interview which discusses the negotiation of Treaty 8 at Fort Chipewyan, and promises made ; problems of insufficient land for trapping on Chipewyan Reserve ; and alcohol abuse among native people.

An account of loss of treaty status and attempts to regain it.

Interview includes a discussion of the role of spirit powers in the traditional lifestyle. Also included is a description of inter-tribal interaction involving feats of bravery.

Consists of an interview with Francis Batiste who is a painter. The entire dialogue is a discussion of his painting.

Interviewee is 91 year old resident of Clear Hills Reserve. He relates the history of reserves at Clear Hills (Eureka), Horse Lakes; and sale of reserve at Fairview.

Frank and Mary One Spot give a general account of the movement of the Sarcee Indians.

Transfer of families between bands in Lesser Slave Lake area.

Frank Cardinal (aged 68), chief of the Sucker Creek Reserve, discusses Treaty #8 and its interpretation, the establishment of the reserves around Lesser Slave Lake, and problems facing a chief in modern times.

Talks about understanding Treaty #6 ; the traditional relationship of Indians with nature and problems of modern Indian life including alcohol.

Consists of an interview where he reminiscences about his life. He also tells a story of how his grandfather came to Canada.

This 62-year-old speaks of the history of Lesser Slave Lake Reserves; and gives details of the history of Swan River Reserve.

Description of the scene at the signing of Treaty #6 ; interpretation of promises made.