Régions: Inuvialuit Settlement Region, Gwich'in Settlement Area, North Slave Region
étiquettes: social sciences, social adaptation, northern life, lifestyle change, immigration
| chercheur principal: | Parlee, Brenda L (25) |
| Nᵒ de permis: | 15221 |
| Organisation: | University of Alberta |
| Année(s) de permis: |
2013
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| Délivré: | mars 14, 2013 |
| Équipe de projet: | Cynthia Amati |
Objectif(s): To learn more about the experiences of new Canadians (e.g., landed immigrants, temporary workers), who have moved to Inuvik and Yellowknife for employment.
Description du projet: The research is aimed at learning more about the experiences of new Canadians (e.g., landed immigrants, temporary workers), who have moved to Inuvik and Yellowknife for employment. Specifically the researcher will ask questions about: a) perceptions of "a good life" in Inuvik and Yellowknife; b) perceptions of the benefits and challenges of the local economy; and c) the level of support and sharing that takes place between friends and family located in the north, other parts of Canada and internationally. The research will involve interviews, focus groups and workshops with 20-30 participants (e.g. temporary workers, landed immigrants). The researcher will coordinate with organizations in Inuvik and Yellowknife who serve the needs of this community (e.g. Young Women’s Christian Association). Through a consent form, the participant will have the choice to have their information confidential or be named in public doc... Plus de résultats
