Indigenous Studies

Online newspaper designed to foster pride and share knowledge about Anishinabek Nation current affairs, culture, political objectives, and accomplishments. Published by the Union of Ontario Indians, the corporate political advocate for member communities of the Anishinabek Nation.

The Assembly of First Nations is the national organization representing First Nations citizens in Canada.
Their site includes information on AFN Assemblies, Resolutions, Policy Areas, Publications, and Press Releases.

Profiles provided by Indian and Northern Affairs Canada.

This government site “includes resources on over 70 historical treaties negotiated with First Nations between 1701 and 1923.”

Federal government department.

Federal government department.

This ministry site contains news and information about economic opportunities, land claims and resources.

The Native Women's Association of Canada (NWAC) was founded in 1974 to promote “the social, economic, cultural and political well-being of First Nations and Métis women within First Nation, Métis and Canadian societies.” Their site provides access to relevant research and data, as well as organizational information.

Nunavut Tunngavik Incorporated (NTI) is an organization created to make sure that promises made under the Nunavut Land Claims Agreement (NLCA) are carried out. This site contains information about programs and benefits, events and media.

“This report of the Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples concerns government policy with respect to the original historical nations of this country.”

For general information enter "Aboriginal Peoples". For language information, type in the phrase "Canada's Aboriginal Languages".

This site is based on the CBC TV series. It includes a time-line, audio-visual downloads and a bibliography and reading list for each episode.

“These archives provide information on the human and natural history of Western and Northern Canada and Western United States."

Learn about the land treaties in Ontario. Users are able to enter their address or location to determine what treaties apply to that location.

Searchable full-text access to rare books and primary sources dealing with Canadian local history. It covers everything from economic development and political
affairs, to aboriginal history, slavery and war.

This site provides access to materials on the Northwest Resistance of 1885. These documents are held by the Special Collections Department of the University of Saskatchewan Libraries and Archives.

Legacy of Hope Foundation, Aboriginal Healing Foundation & Library and Archives Canada.
This exhibit "attempts to give voice to the untold stories of so many Aboriginal boys and girls who attended residential schools in Canada from 1831 to the 1990's".

This foundation is focused on implement healing strategies for Metis, Inuit and First Nations people affected by the legacy of physical, sexual and spiritual abuse in Indian Residential Schools

“The Nasivvik Centre for Inuit Health and Changing Environments is a multidisciplinary research and training centre funded by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research-Institute of Aboriginal Peoples' Health.” The site provides access to research, news and other information.

This organization promotes research, policy, networking and professional development.
Their site includes Breaking News, In Focus Features, Resources, and Events.

Division of Health Canada devoted to Aboriginal Health Issues. Site contains information of health conditions, services & benefits, and research in this area.

“The Centre is collaboration between the University of Regina, First Nations University of Canada and the
University of Saskatchewan.” It is dedicated to health research among Aboriginal people with a focus on chronic diseases, Indigenous health issues, and the delivery of health services.

The IAPH focuses on the health needs of Canada's Aboriginal peoples. Their research includes health promotion, prevention strategies, clinical trials.