Category Archives: Interests

11/8/16

PM of Canada marks 1 year of the swearing-in of the 29th Ministry – RE: Indigenous Context

Article from:
http://pm.gc.ca/eng/news/2016/11/04/prime-minister-canada-marks-one-year-anniversary-swearing-29th-ministry?utm_source=pm_eng&utm_medium=priority&utm_campaign=1year

Ottawa, Ontario
November 4, 2016

“The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today marked the one year anniversary of the swearing-in of the 29th Ministry.

Exactly one year ago, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and his Cabinet took office with a clear mandate to deliver real change for Canadians from coast-to-coast-to-coast.

Since then, the government has worked hard to fulfill its commitment to strengthen the middle class and grow the economy over the long term. By listening to Canadians and by following through on the things that matter most to them, the government has started to deliver real results for all Canadians: ”

This is one note on the Indigenous Peoples in Canada. Are they doing enough….? Does this show progress….?

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11/8/16

First Nation Profiles Interactive Map

This Interactive map is a great way to visualize data present.
You can zoom into areas to get a closer look of First Nations Indian reserve locations, tribal councils, and First Nation Relationships between several different First Nations.

CLICK HERE to explore this map for yourself!

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Figure 1. Screen shot of a zoomed out visual of the First Nations Interactive Map.

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Figure 2. Screen shot of a zoomed in visual of the First Nations Interactive Map.

10/16/16

Environmental Awareness through Film and Music by Luke Wallace

A Friend and fellow geographer at UBC Luke Wallace has been writing and playing music, as well as making documentary films with Ali Harris to promote environmental awareness on current issues that are taking place that affect the First Nations people as well as the land that we live on.

Documentary by Ali Harris and Luke Wallace:
ONE BIG COAST HD

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TSVbZd16p_M

The Trees and the Birds – Luke Wallace Band

I Can Feel It – Luke Wallace (Official Single):