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Author:   Wanda Wuttunee ,  Fred Wien
Publisher:   University of Manitoba Press
Imprint:   University of Manitoba Press
Dimensions:   Width: 15.20cm , Height: 1.80cm , Length: 22.90cm
Weight:   0.436kg
ISBN:  

9781772840643

ISBN 10:   1772840645
Pages:   342
Publication Date:   30 April 2024
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
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Table of Contents

Preface: Exploring Indigenous Economic Tenacity in Canada – Wanda Wuttunee and Fred Wien Introduction: Indigenous Economic History as the History of Tenacity – David Newhouse Part One: Strategic Leadership 1. How Does First Nation Social and Economic Development Contribute to the Surrounding Region? A Case Study of Membertou – Mary Beth Doucette and Fred Wien 2. Incremental Planning: The Tsawwassen First Nation Experience – Daniel M. Millette 3. Fulfilling Treaty Promises: Treaty Land Entitlement and Urban Reserves in Saskatchewan – Charlotte Bezamat-Mantes Part Two: Culturally on Point 4. Trading on Tradition: Innovative Indigenous Enterprise – Isobel M. Findlay 5. Capitalism: Can It Be Indigenized? – Clifford Gordon Atleo 6. Challenges and Opportunities for BC First Nations’ Economic Self-Determination – J. Sayers Part Three: Family Connections 7. Honouring Entrepreneurial Resilience: Atlantic Region Lifetime Achievers – Chris Googoo, Catherine Martin, and Fred Wien 8. A Métis Light in the Northern Darkness—Case Study – Wanda Wuttunee 9. Neechi Commons Case Study: A Lost Love Letter to Winnipeg – Wanda Wuttunee Part Four: Partnering for Success 10. Tahltan Economic Tenacity—From Affluence to Poverty to Affluence – Jerry Asp 11. Stronger Together: First Nation Community/Municipality Collaborations – Wanda Wuttunee Conclusion: What Did We Learn About Indigenous Tenacity? Fred Wien and Wanda Wuttunee Acknowledgements Contributors Index

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"""There are few books that can compare to this. The strengths-based approach used by each author is refreshing and will be of service to First Nations communities and to Indigenous and non-Indigenous scholars in community economic development."" Shelley T. Price, Gustavson School of Business, University of Victoria ""Engraved on Our Nations clearly articulates the strength, courage, and foresight of Indigenous people. The uplifting stories within this volume will open the eyes of readers and elicit hope, inspiration, and pride."" Bob Kayseas, First Nations University of Canada"

Author Information

Wanda Wuttunee is Professor Emerita at the University of Manitoba, where she was Director of Aboriginal Business Education Partners at The Asper School of Business. She is Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Aboriginal Economic Development. Fred Wienwas Director of the Maritime School of Social Work at Dalhousie University where he currently holds a professor emeritus appointment. He also served as Deputy Director of Research at the Royal Commission of Aboriginal Peoples, 1992-96. He was awarded the Order of Canada in 2015.

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