Principal Investigator:Gombay, Nicole Licensed Year(s):
1994
Summary:
Traditional knowledge includes ecological information that is a profound body of information which is unique to its holders. To various governing bodies established under Nunavut, this knowledge could be both a source of information and a means for Inuit expression and self-determination. I will examine key features of this knowledge to identify issues of data ownership/control/access as well as...
Principal Investigator:Rodin, Rachel Licensed Year(s):
1994
Summary:
Sites will be selected in the Repulse Bay area whose Inuit place names reflect the biological, physical or cultural/historical significance of the locations. Through visits to these sites and consultation with community members, I will determine the relationship between place names and environmental conditions. Sites will be selected using the Keewatin Nuna-top database of place names....
Principal Investigator:Jaunzems, Leah T. Licensed Year(s):
1994
Summary:
The researcher plans to interview elderly Inuit to determine their views on their quality of life (both past and current). Information will be collected on the elders' views about their role and involvement in community life, their views on what it is (and was) like to be an elder in Inuit society, and the types of support services (formal and informal) as well as facilities available to them....
Principal Investigator:Cockcroft, Toby R.G. Licensed Year(s):
1994
Summary:
The researcher will be collecting information on Inuit folklore and mythology from Iqaluit residents. This information will be used to determine how interpersonal relationships and society are represented in folklore and mythology. This study will result in a comprehensive collection of local Inuit stories which will be provided to the community....
Principal Investigator:King, Jonathan Licensed Year(s):
1994
Summary:
The researcher will conduct interviews with Igloolik people about the significance of traditional clothing to the Inuit. Information will also be collected about the use of contemporary versus traditional clothing, and how traditional skills and ideas have been transferred to the tailoring of clothes using contemporary materials. Information will be used to assist in developing an exhibition whi...
Principal Investigator:Wenzel, George W. Licensed Year(s):
1994
Summary:
The researchers are interested in understanding how subsistence hunting contributes to Inuit society in Clyde River. Data will be collected from selected households over the next 3 years on harvesting activities and land use. This information will be used to understand how subsistence and wage economy activities have developed into a mixed economy, and to determine future economic trends based on...
Principal Investigator:Searles, Ned Licensed Year(s):
1994
Summary:
The researcher will collect information about the history of outpost camps in the Frobisher Bay area. Individuals who currently use these outpost camps will be interviewed in order to document and compare their experiences living in the camps with living in Iqaluit. Benefits of `outpost camp' life will be evaluated. Information collected will be used for a doctoral (Ph.D.) thesis in socio-cultur...
Principal Investigator:Usher, Peter J. Licensed Year(s):
1994
1993 Summary:
The researchers will be continuing their interviews with community members on identifying contaminant issues and information needs related to those issues. Interviews will be conducted with a wide range of individuals, including harvesters, elders, women, youth and professionals. An appropriate communication strategy will be developed in an appropriate cultural and social context....
Principal Investigator:Goehring, Brian Licensed Year(s):
1994
19931992 Summary:
The researcher will continue his study on the different types of economy present in Kitikmeot communities: the traditional econony derived from hunting, fishing and trapping, and the wage economy. This study examines the sources of cash income, particularly those derived from seasonal, part-time and rotational employment. The study's results may identify trends in wage-labour employment and a st...
Principal Investigator:Moore, Jan Allison Licensed Year(s):1994
1993
Summary:
The researcher is interested in conducting a study on hearing loss in Inuit children. By examining the childrens' diets, sleep patterns and exposure to cigarette smoke, the researcher will examine whether these factors are related to upper respiratory infections, and whether these factors (including infections) affect hearing abilities. The researcher will visit Coppermine three times between no...