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Title: Snapshots from the North Pacific: Letters Written by Bishop Ridley of Caledonia
Contributors: Ridley, William, 1836-1911 (Author), Alice J. Janvrin (Editor)
Date added: 2017-06-02T21:19:28.611Z

Title: Success stories: aboriginal students and access to post-secondary education
Contributors: Joan L. Brett (author), Willow Brown (Thesis advisor), University of Northern British Columbia (Degree granting institution)
Abstract: This narrative study shares and honours the experiences of five Aboriginal students in grades 10 through 12 and my own personal story from Prince George, BC. The purpose of the study was to identify contributing influences that encouraged success for Aboriginal student participants, as seen by the students themselves. The narratives revealed barriers the students had to overcome in order to fulfill their goals and the way they explored their own interests to discover their strengths. Student narratives revealed leaders and mentors that contributed to their success these people varied from friends to family and many other community and school-based people. The academic and social success of these students varied and created interesting stories that may inform the development of programs to support Aboriginal youth. The school that participated in the study has a process that encourages Aboriginal students to succeed although that process is not thoroughly examined the student stories reveal the success of the process along with other family and community influences. A common thread throughout these stories is competency. Although these students appeared to have little access to culturally responsive teaching, the common foundation of their success was skill development in an area they were proud of and that contributed to a goal for post-secondary achievement. --P. ii.
Discipline: Education
Date added: 2017-04-10T22:03:49.855Z

Title: Reports of Western Union Telegraph Company Explorations in Western Canada
Contributors: Pope, Frank L. Major (Author)
Abstract: Reports as follows: Number 2. Report of the Exploration from Quesnal to Lake Tatla, via Natla and Nakosla, by Major Frank L. Pope. 1865. Title page, map, and pages 1-36. (Pages 15-17: Indian tribes; pages 32-36: vocabulary of "Siccany" (Sekani) tribe, living n. w. of Lake Tatla.) Number 3. Report of the British Columbia and Stekine Exploring Expedition, by Major Frank L Pope. 1866. Title page and pages 1-42. (Pages 27-28: Indian tribes; pages 29-30, Trading with Indians.) Number 4. Report of the Lake Babine and Skeena River Exploration, by Captain James L. Butler. 1866. 19 pages. Number 5. Report of the Atnah & Northern Explorations, by CAptain J. Trimble Rothrock. 1866. 10 pages. Number 6. Report of Provisions Expended by the Stekine Exploring party; and proposed plan of an exploration from the Stekine to the Youkon, by George Blenkinsop. 1866. 8 pages, including map.
Date added: 2017-07-04T21:40:16.019Z

Title: Integrating Aboriginal values into strategic-level forest planning on the John Prince Research Forest, Central Interior, British Columbia.
Contributors: Melanie Kirsti Karjala (author), Stephen Dewhurst (Thesis advisor), University of Northern British Columbia (Degree granting institution)
Abstract: No abstract available.
Discipline: Natural Resources & Environmental Studies
Date added: 2017-03-30T16:58:23.029Z

Title: Perspectives on the organization of lithic technology at the Punchaw Lake site---FiRs-1.
Contributors: Keli Watson (author), Farid Rahemtulla (Thesis advisor), University of Northern British Columbia (Degree granting institution)
Abstract: The Punchaw lake village site, FiRs-1, is in the north central interior of British Columbia, a rarely researched region in terms of the archaeological record. A small area of the site was excavated in 1973 the finds of this excavation are the subject of this analysis. The lithic assemblage is classified and a technological organization approach is used with design theory to attempt to determine what activities were occurring at this site and how they fit into past lifeways. A community-based approach is attempted by bringing the finds to the Nazko First Nation, whose claimed traditional territory encompasses Punchaw Lake. Their knowledge and stories regarding these artifacts and this region are woven in to bring their voice and perspective to the interpretations. This enriched analysis determined that this village and its diverse tool assemblage could have been the centre of a complex subsistence strategy that ranged far across the landscape to best utilize the available resources. --P. ii.
Discipline: Interdisciplinary Studies
Date added: 2017-03-30T17:09:11.982Z

Title: A shared mental health care model at Whitehorse Hospital, Yukon: A First Nations and medical perspective.
Contributors: T. Lynn Scott (author), Glen Schmidt (Thesis advisor), University of Northern British Columbia (Degree granting institution)
Abstract: This research presents a shared mental health care model for Whitehorse General Hospital that successfully merges medical and Aboriginal health and healing practices within the mental health program. This blended model encourages a collaborative approach that supports the key concepts and principles of the national shared care model. This research explores the Whitehorse Hospital mental health program from employee participant views, perspectives, and experiences. A significant number of strengths are identified within the mental health program, along with suggestions for change and improvement. Results are descriptive in nature and positively reflect on program components. The research reveals that a collaborative shared care model does operate successfully at Whitehorse Hospital, and complements the medical and First Nations programs, as the way forward.
Discipline: Social Work
Date added: 2017-03-30T17:04:51.926Z

Title: Three Carrier Myths: With Notes and Comments
Contributors: Morice, A. G. (Adrien Gabriel), 1859-1938 (Author)
Date added: 2017-06-02T20:25:13.253Z

Title: Canadian Indians and the Second World War: The pivotal event of the 20th century for Canadian Indians and Canadian Indian policy?
Contributors: Roy P. Toomey (author), Theodore Binnema (Thesis advisor), University of Northern British Columbia (Degree granting institution)
Abstract: No abstract available.
Discipline: History
Date added: 2017-03-30T17:02:59.341Z

Title: Community consociation and urban Aboriginal self-government.
Contributors: Stephen Andrew Halladay (author), Greg Poelzer (Thesis advisor), University of Northern British Columbia (Degree granting institution)
Abstract: No abstract available.
Discipline: Political Science
Date added: 2017-03-29T17:33:59.749Z

Title: Exploring the 'interface' between traditional and alternative food systems.
Contributors: Laura Gareau (author), David Connell (Thesis advisor), University of Northern British Columbia (Degree granting institution)
Abstract: This study explores the interface' between First Nations traditional food systems and agricultural alternative food systems. Motivated by concerns about health, food security, ecological integrity and cultural heritage, both First Nations peoples and local food activists are engaging in activities, programs and policy-making to address food-related issues, yet for different reasons. In light of rising health concerns, contaminated resources and a declining land-base, First Nations peoples are recovering and revitalizing their traditional food systems. Concurrently, food localism has emerged as an alternative to the dominant industrial model of agricultural production. These two distinct food systems operate on a primarily local scale and promote healthy lifestyles and ecosystems by allowing citizens to exert greater control over the accessibility, safety and nutritive value of their food. This study aims to characterize the relationship between traditional and alternative food systems through semi-structured interviews with key informants and good activists involved or knowledgeable with both food systems. The interviews revealed parallels between the two systems on many issues, including methods of acquiring or producing food, language used and other defining qualities, and objectives relating to health and the environment however, differences relating to culture, history and identity were stressed repeatedly. Through examples, the interface was articulated as a collaboration, interaction or overlap between the two systems. When the interface took the form of collaborations or interactions, the boundaries between the two food systems were clearly defined. When it represented an overlap or shared space, those boundaries were fuzzy and there was a sense of concern both to underline the distinctions between the two systems and to highlight their parallels. As two food systems based around proximity, they are bound to share other qualities while remaining distinctly different. While there is a
Discipline: Natural Resources & Environmental Studies
Date added: 2017-03-30T17:05:56.485Z

Title: Kitamaat : Sunday, Sept. 23, 1900
Contributors: Unknown (Author)
Date added: 2017-04-26T21:13:29.614Z

Title: Creating sustainable economic development within two B.C. First Nations communities: A rights-based approach.
Contributors: Titilope I. Kunkel (author), Robert Ellis (Thesis advisor), University of Northern British Columbia (Degree granting institution)
Abstract: Rural First Nation peoples traditionally sustained their economy through hunting, gathering and fishing. These traditional ways are now threatened by the national and global economies of Westernized societies. For the continued independence and development of First Nations communities, there is a need for them to participate in the wider economy. These communities now face daunting obstacles to development. Some of these obstacles include low human capital and the means to develop it, long term effects of marginalization, lack of control over available natural resources, and distance from Service Centres. A rights-based approach offers unique ways of addressing some of the development challenges that are prevalent in some rural First Nations communities in British Columbia by transforming needs into rights. The approach offers solutions which are participatory. Individuals and communities are empowered beyond the charity and welfare models. A rights-based approach to development transforms needs into rights and places a responsibility on the government in question to provide sustainable solutions. The inquiry identified the economic situation and development challenges faced by two rural First Nation communities in British Columbia, the Esketemc and Nazko First Nations, and suggested a framework for development.--P.i.
Discipline: Natural Resources & Environmental Studies
Date added: 2017-03-30T17:05:47.003Z

Title: Cordillera Indians
Contributors: National Museum of Canada (Author)
Date added: 2017-06-02T21:04:02.496Z

Title: Aboriginal participation in Canada: Overcoming alienation and mistrust in a situation of complex interdependence.
Contributors: Marc Joseph Woons (author), Michael Muphy (Thesis advisor), University of Northern British Columbia (Degree granting institution)
Abstract: This thesis examines the importance of Aboriginal participation in Canadian institutions, why Aboriginal peoples are skeptical and mistrustful of Canadian institutions, and how certain reforms might encourage effective Aboriginal participation within Canadian institutions. The first chapter studies the extent of interdependence between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal peoples and its political ramifications. Because geographic and social interdependence is so great, Aboriginal peoples must participate within shared institutions to influence important decisions affecting them and their communities. The second chapter studies how we can encourage Aboriginal participation by overcoming strong feelings of alienation and mistrust. By considering the strengths and weaknesses of arguments presented by other theorists such as Alan Cairns and Melissa Williams, I conclude that encouraging solidarity and generating trust requires solutions that address Aboriginal symbolic concerns, promote Aboriginal interest, and avoid calls for a shared identity. This leads me to discuss several types of reform in Chapter Three: Aboriginal electoral districts, co-management boards, and indigenizing shared institutions. All three reforms aim to make participation in shared institutions more attractive and meaningful for those who strongly, and often exclusively, identify as Aboriginal.
Discipline: Political Science
Date added: 2017-03-30T17:03:57.019Z

Title: A combination of four planning models for use in First Nations environmental health
Contributors: Birgit Lüsgen (author), University of Northern British Columbia (Degree granting institution)
Abstract: This project is an inquiry into understanding community-based planning models that may be used for First Nations' environmental health to contribute to more equitable partnerships. The purpose of this project was to conduct a review of the literature in order to select planning models that could better address the environmental health needs in relation to assessment, ecological considerations, culturally sustainable community development, and comprehensive First Nations community planning. My questions in this inquiry were: "Which community-based planning approaches may be used for First Nations environmental health programs and projects?" and "What specific models when combined together might be used by First Nations people, environmental health professionals; and others in the planning of environmental health programs and endeavours that contribute to the development of healthy, sustainable First Nations communities?" To answer these questions, and following an extensive review of the literature, I focused on two books, one article, and one manual as contributions to the field of environmental health planning and the importance of using models respectful of culture. The outcomes of the inquiry were enhanced by my own professional experience within First Nations environmental health and an awareness of planning between cultural paradigms. As a result, this project demonstrates that a select variety of planning models need to be considered as a foundation for developing healthy sustainable communities in order to connect environmental health with long-range comprehensive community planning. Such an opportunity offers First Nations and non-First Nations planners a way to proceed that has the potential to address the present, complex needs and future aspirations of community members within a larger regional, global context.
Discipline: Natural Resources & Environmental Studies
Date added: 2017-04-10T22:10:20.738Z

Title: Bella Coola Indians, Volume 2
Contributors: McIlwraith, T. F. (Thomas Forsyth), 1899-1964 (Author)
Abstract: The material includes stories of the Bella Coola Indians. Vol. 2 includes songs (without music) and a Bella Coola-English Vocabulary.
Date added: 2017-06-02T20:11:19.293Z

Title: Coqualeetza Residential School Commencement Annual - 1932
Contributors: Coqualeetza Residential School (Author)
Date added: 2017-06-02T21:21:36.708Z

Title: Time to change the focus of the conversation between First Nations and mining companies, from a positional based approach to an interest based approach
Contributors: Paul Mercer (author), Han Donker (Thesis advisor), University of Northern British Columbia (Degree granting institution)
Abstract: Due to the growing interest of resource extraction in Northern British Columbia, specifically in the mining industry, Canada is poised to benefit with an increase in mineral exports while leaving the First Nations people where the resources are being extracted from, living in poverty like conditions. Many of the First Nations communities are located in remote regions and are experiencing socio economic conditions that are hindering their community's growth. Even though efforts to include the First Nations people are steadily improving however the research indicates that the focus of the conversation is limiting the potential of the opportunity to utilize the extraction of resources to reverse the effects in First Nation communities. Therefore, the purpose of this paper is to examine the literature of mining proponents who support the involvement of First Nations communities in extraction activities to learn why this approach afforded the First Nations the tools to reverse the social and economic conditions while maintaining their role as stewards of the land. --Leaf 2.
Discipline: Business Administration
Date added: 2017-04-10T22:04:11.759Z

Title: Effects of primary prevention on early childhood caries in Canadian First Nations children ages 0-4 years
Contributors: Shirley Nixon (author), Heather Correale (Thesis advisor), University of Northern British Columbia (Degree granting institution)
Abstract: Early childhood caries (ECC) in Canadian First Nations (FN) children is at disproportionately high levels compared to the national average. Current literature suggests a paradigm shift in approach to the causes and management of ECC can significantly decrease these levels. The purpose of this paper is to critically analyze the question 'For Canadian First Nations children, ages 0-4, could the introduction of primary disease prevention and self management reduce levels of ECC compared with the present model of care?'
Discipline: Nursing-Family Nurse Practitioner
Date added: 2017-04-10T22:09:12.003Z

Title: A west coast North American comparative study of: venture capitalists' perception risks when selecting life science investment opportunities
Contributors: Marianne Schovsbo (author), Pei Shao (Thesis advisor), Charles Schell (Thesis advisor), University of Northern British Columbia (Degree granting institution)
Abstract: Life science technologies are some of the most comprehensive and difficult to evaluate as investment opportunities. If Venture Capitalists can only invest in a specific number of portfolio investments, it is crucial that the investment opportunities chosen are those that are also the most likely to succeed. Investor perception risks due to lack of qualification, technology comprehension, information asymmetry or overconfidence, are factors that may limit Venture Capitalists from choosing investments that create wealth. To date, little research has been dedicated into the understanding of risk perception and technology comprehension among Venture Capitalists who specialize in life science investment opportunities. This study included a literature review as well as nineteen (19) semi-formal interviews with Venture Capitalists located on the West Coast of Canada and United States. Results show that interviewed Venture Capitalists are, overall, qualified in making life science investment decisions. However, results also showed that there are trends towards Venture Capital adverse selection and overconfidence during investment selection, particularly with respect to personal performance. Results further showed that adverse selection may occur simply as a way of reducing risk, particularly information asymmetry risk. In these instances it appears that opportunity selection is geared towards selection of known and trusted management rather than actual investment opportunity. Differences between West Coast Canadian and United States Venture Capitalists were also found. These differences specifically included the degree to which selection risks are taken, where interviews Canadian Venture Capitalists appeared to be more ethical and cautious investors, and interviewed United States Venture Capitalists were concerned with creating wealth out of innovative technologies in a wide variety of geographical locations.
Discipline: Business Administration
Date added: 2017-04-10T22:12:35.206Z

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