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1. Problems with Citizenship Education and Language. Native Viewpoints.

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Steinhauer, Noella

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Discusses the difficulties Indian students have with civics and government classes. The tribal value system of reciprocal respect and loyalty is often antithetical to many political concepts such as confrontational politics and special interest groups. This, in turn, leads to a distrust of the idea of self-government. (MJP)

Published
1996

2. Home on the Rez. Native Viewpoints.

Author

Steinhauer, Noella

Abstract

Describes life on a Canadian Indian reserve and discusses the role of the community in individuals' lives. Examines reasons why Canadian Indian teachers want to teach on the reserves. Concludes that the opportunity to serve as role models and a commitment to the community are the major reasons for teaching in these schools. (CFR)

Published
1993

3. Federal Politics and Native Concerns. Native Viewpoints.

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Steinhauer, Noella

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Addresses some of the frustration felt by Canada's indigenous Indian population regarding the lack of attention afforded them in recent federal elections. Discusses Indian reaction to the Canadian Government's White Paper on Aboriginal peoples. Canadian natives felt this document actually represented a step backward in their struggle for equality. (MJP)

Published
1997

4. Seers, Doers and Watchers. Native Viewpoints.

Author

Steinhauer, Noella

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Characterizes various people involved in education in the Canadian Native American community of Saddle Lake. These people are Seers (risk-taking visionaries), Doers (pragmatic realists), and Watchers (suspicious reactionaries). Discusses the decline in the community's dropout rate and the growth of a prosocial and optimistic attitude among the young people. (MJP)

Published
1997

5. The Royal Commission: A View from the 'Rez.' Native Viewpoints.

Author

Steinhauer, Noella

Abstract

Discusses the shift in thinking among the current generation of young Canadian Indians. Political attitudes have moved from an accommodating stance (Kiyam) to a more committed and confrontational position (Semac). Briefly addresses why some Indians prefer to stay on reservations. (MJP)

Published
1997

6. Name-brand Clothing, Native Values, and Community Status. Native Viewpoints.

Author

Steinhauer, Noella

Abstract

Considers the effects of commercialism and the current mania for name brand clothing on the lives of Canada's young Native Americans. Argues that the adoption of assimilationist and mainstream cultural values grows from the Indians' lack of any real political power. Postulates that young Indian women are particularly vulnerable to this tendency. (MJP)

Published
1997

7. Reflections on the Referendum and on Native Health Care. Native Viewpoints.

Author

Steinhauer, Noella

Abstract

Summarizes Canadian Native Indian's objections to recent health care budget cuts. For many years Canadian Indians enjoyed subsidized health care that included therapy, prescriptions, eyeglasses, dental, and medical transportation. Details the programs to be cut and laments their passing. (MJP)

Published
1996

8. The Summer of '95. Native Viewpoints.

Author

Steinhauer, Noella

Abstract

Comments upon the recent controversy concerning Canadian natives and their occupation of land surrounding Lake Gustafson. The Indians eventually surrendered to tribal authorities. General consensus among the media, the public, and local students was that Canadian authorities overreacted and used heavy-handed tactics during negotiations. (MJP)

Published
1996

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