Forestry

Sociology Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of British Columbia (Vancouver), 2014.

American Studies Thesis (Ph.D.)--The University of New Mexico, 2000.

Outlines principles that are intended to promote research that is scientifically and culturally competent, is in keeping with Aboriginal values and traditions, and is mutually beneficial and empowering to both Canada’s Aboriginal and research communities.

Presents interviews, with indigenous leaders from British Columbia, that address the logging industry in Canada.

Botany Thesis (M.Sc.)--The University of British Columbia, 1996.

A photograph of the Etomami River near an unnamed reserve in Saskatchewan (The river is near Hudson Bay, SK.). The lumber workers' houses are on the upper river bank in the background. Circa 1940s.

Historical note:

Ernest J. Morris (1905-2004) was a lumberman who lived and worked near the reserve (Opaskwayak?) at The Pas, Manitoba ca. 1940s.

Supreme Court of Canada decision illustrates the influence of common law on government policy.

Presenter speaks on the importance of the evidentiary record in proof of aboriginal title and non-title rights in Tsilhqot'in Nation and British Columbia. Duration: 35:24.

Agricultural and Resource Economics Thesis (M.Sc.)--University of Alberta, 2002.

Resource Management Thesis (M.A.)--Simon Fraser University, 2004.

Overview of forestry industry activities, motivations, implications of public policy, key players and relationship with Aboriginal peoples, and recommendations for further action.

Looks at the decision making process for the Gwichyaa Gwich's shift from a reliance on fossil fuels to more traditional knowledge based wood-to-energy project and how this change contributes their goal of self-determination.

History Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of Ottawa, 1994.

Examines current provincial policies and identifies changes needed to improve relations between municipalities and Aboriginal communities.

Anthropology Thesis (M.A.)--McGill University, 2008.

Discussion of issues related to the First Nations and forestry sector, including a statistical overview, a contextual analysis, a discussion of dynamics, and a consideration of the main elements of existing partnerships.

Study determines there is a 20-year supply of valuable underwater logs that could create employment for 12 people.

Summarizes the First Nations and Aboriginal research projects of the Sustainable Forest Management (SFM) Network covering the period 1995-1999.

Compilation of 14 case study reports of initiatives in areas of education, economic development, community problem-solving, environmental and organizational management, service delivery, housing, and conducting negotiations.

Political Science Thesis (Ph.D.)--York University, 2001.

Looks at a forest management system in which the interest of First Nations is dominant and respected.

Newsletter from the Canadian Forest Service, Pacific Forestry Centre on the First Nations Forestry Program that has successfully assisted First Nations communities to build forestry capacity and improve economic conditions throughout British Columbia.

Looks at a case study of forestry participation in a community in Quebec, and discusses Aboriginal consultation and involvement with the process.

Website looks at First Nation relationships with the land, natural resource and development. Provides links to First Nations Bands - Tribes, Councils, Alliances, education centres and First Nations organizations in British Columbia.

Looks at a framework for developing new forest practices standards that include Nuu-Chah-Nulth participation in co-managing the area and its resources by using their knowledge and personal experience.

Uses case study to illustrate how power relationships are shifting in terms of who controls resource use and management.

Determines whether the socio-economic needs of the Little Red River/Tall Cree First Nations can be met using the natural resources to which they have access, and discusses appropriate management strategies for the forestlands.

Globalization and International Development Thesis (M.A.)--University of Ottawa, 2010.

Book review of: Flexible Crossroads by Roger Hayter.

Looks at the potential of new forest-use models, the institutions and players involved, and how and why past history forest use is being challenged for the future.

Forestry Thesis (M.Sc.)--The University of British Columbia, 2013.

Renewable Resources Thesis (M.Sc.)--University of Alberta, 2000.

Analysis of the replacement of Indigenous forest management regimes with Euro-American forestry programs and the eventual loss of Yurok ownership.

Looks at the collaboration between the University of Northern British Columbia and the Tl'azt'en Nation regarding the John Prince Research Forest on traditional lands.

Provides an overview of a project that synthesized available information on climate change for the Champagne-Aishihik Traditional Territory (CATT) to support informed forest management decision-making.

Discusses the importance of educating forest practitioners and forest workers of Aboriginal ancestry via partnerships with forest industry, governments, academic institutions, and forestry resources associations.

Forestry Thesis (M.Sc.)--University of Toronto, 2008.

Discusses the opportunities and challenges for First Nations to participate in the forestry industry.

Anthropology Thesis (M.A.)--University of Alberta, 2003.

Looks at disputes over winter grazing areas between logging industry and reindeer herders in Northern Lapland.

Resource Management Thesis (M.A.)--Simon Fraser University, 2002.

Advocates a more collaborative, inclusive approach to natural resources management research.

Analyzes demographic, environmental and economic changes that have impacted the indigenous people of Vietnam's Central Highlands. To access this article scroll down to page 56.

Determines whether the criteria and indicator process, a tool used to conceptualize, evaluate and implement sustainable forest management globally, is appropriate to Aboriginal communities.

Provides links to extension program clusters, annual work plans and reports, business activities and other client services.

A photograph of Four Indian men in front of cabin in working clothes with axes.

Looks at the Aboriginal capacity in natural resources management involving issues that encompass governance, institutional arrangements with other levels of government, and human resource development and that promote forest sustainability, contribute to social and cultural well-being, and respond to major environmental matters such as climate change mitigation.

Anthropology Thesis (M.A.)--University of Alberta, 2004.