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“You belong to everyone” : urban First Nations access to health services
(2023-02-17)The health status of Indigenous peoples in what is now known as Canada is a manifestation of its colonial systems. Legislation that defines Indigeneity, land base, resource allocation, and access to health supports perpetuate ... -
Young women’s relationship to media representations of girls and women in STEM
(2021-01-05)A body of research has examined some of the reasons why there are fewer women in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) related careers than men. Research shows that young boys and girls start off having similar ... -
Youth civic engagement through digital mediums : in what ways do social networks sustain youth civic interest, activity and participation?
(2012-10-22)Initially digital communication was used primarily as a digital advertisement. Digital communication has matured and serves a valuable role for politicians and governments alike, through such campaigns as Calgary Mayor ... -
Youth de-radicalization : best practices for Canada
(2016-10-26)Youth radicalization leading to violence has become a growing fear among Canadians, as terrorist attacks are carried out in Western states. Although Canada has suffered relatively fewer acts of violence, this fear has ... -
łaʷeyasəns gayułas : ancestral teachings to reclaim the roles of Kwakwaka’wakw women in governance and leadership
(2019-03-11)This thesis explored the ancestral teachings regarding the roles of matriarchs and women in governance and leadership as a mechanism for restoring balance in Kwakwaka’wakw families and communities. This thesis emerged from ... -
ʈiič-mɑɫ-ɴi : sharing drowning prevention with Nuu-chah-nulth First Nations
(2018-03-05)The Nuu-chah-nulth First Nations traditional territory borders the west coast of Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada. This case study describes how the knowledge, traditional practices, and cultural wisdom of ...
