Identity

Scholarly literature published between 1988 and 2012.

Looks at identity theory in regards to self identification and discursive identification.

Discusses the hegemonic value system imposed on Aboriginal peoples, the impact on cultural identity, and the connection to citizenship in the realm of education.

Sociology Thesis (M.A.)--University of Calgary, 2006.

Looks at the ways that Aboriginal peoples in Canada self-identify, are defined by the state, and the ways in which the two can be in conflict.

Discusses Section 31 of the Manitoba Act of 1870 and Section 15 and 35 of the Constitution Act of 1982. To access article scroll to p. 109.

Sociology and Anthropology Thesis (M.A.)--University of Guelph, 1998.

Developmental Psychology Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of British Columbia, 2005.

Excerpts from interviews conducted as part of the Urban Aboriginal Peoples Survey (UAPS) 2010. Duration: 22:32.

Looks at three approaches to the study of identity and the historical conditions which effected its development.

Found that there are (a) varied perceptions of Aboriginal identity (b) educational paradigms are misrepresented (c) Aboriginal views are situated from positions of disadvantage.

Statistical Table.

An historical look at legislation and policy impact on assimilation, includes discussion of Australian Aboriginal self-management in this context.

Suggests that identity transcends history and social situations.

Discusses the predicament that Penny Jackson, a painter, poet, activist and single mother, faces as an Indigenous intellectual.

English Thesis (Ph.D.)--Vanderbilt University, 2013.

Uses the NWT Official Languages Act, as an example, to show it is possible to revitalize 55 Aboriginal languages using statutory legislation. Scroll down to page 35 to read article.

Presents data and factors related to the endangerment of Aboriginal languages and the challenges and strategies for language revitalization.

Educational Studies Thesis (Ph.D.)--The University of British Columbia, 2001.

Author argues that most neglected part of Australian Aboriginal health is mental health and that alcohol abuse is rooted in the rapid changes in Aboriginal society.

Explores three themes: hegemony, resistance, and identity.

Examines sentencing circles and their potential to change the lives of victims, offenders, and community; also looks at a new relationship between community and government.

Book review of: Aboriginal Peoples in Canadian Cities edited by Heather A. Howard, Craig Proulx.

Video designed to be introduction to Aboriginal Studies for high school students. Duration: 23:42.

Book review of: Aboriginal Populations edited by Frank Trovato and Anatole Romaniuk.

Book review of: Aboriginal Populations: Social, Demographic and Epidemiological Perspectives edited by Frank Trovato and Anatole Romaniuk

Examines party preferences and reasons for variations. Data sources were aggregate Elections Manitoba vote returns in 2007 provincial election and survey conducted between March 2005 and December 2008.

Uses the example of the Canadian arctic waterways to argue that a country's claim to sovereignty can be weakened or strengthened by how it deals with aboriginal rights.

Author argues that, if science education is to contribute to Aboriginal peoples economic development, environmental responsibility and cultural survival, then Indigenous common sense used together with Aboriginal and Western knowledge and technology about nature, as ways of learning, must also be used.

Highlights the differences between American and Canadian concepts of identity and the effects on the Nisga'a Treaty process.

Canadian Studies Thesis (M.A.)--Carleton University, 1999.

Looks at the implications of citizenship education which includes ideas of equality, tolerance, and social justice.

Guidelines designed create resources to support community driven initiatives and services that specifically meet the needs of Aboriginal children with special needs.

Provides resources to support community driven initiatives and services for children with special needs.

Article examines Indigenous surfing film, Surfing the Healing Wave and how it represents Aboriginal people's history.

Overview of tourism and statistics from market research study on awareness of Aboriginal tourism and basket weaving market potential.

Geography Thesis (M.A.)--York University, 2011.

Elders discuss traditions and contemporary society.

Examines experiences of relocation from reserve communities to urban or rural communities and the impact on health and acceptance.

Social Work Thesis (MSW)--University of Manitoba, 2012.

In-depth interviews were conducted with 36 individuals who had moved to Toronto from rural or reserve settings. Participants identified issues such as difficulties accessing services/benefits they were entitled to and lack of respect for culture and identity.

Examines the history of identity as it relates to Aboriginal women and argues that Aboriginal recognition should not be awarded on the basis of inherited ethnicity.