Publications
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The Cultural Maze: Complex Questions on Native Destiny in Western Canada
1991 John W Friesen
Detselig Enterprises.
1991/05/06
Native people in Western Canada today face a myriad of complex questions in virtually every sphere of functioning–legal, economic, educational, and spiritual to name a few. This book explores the different aspects of some of the pertinent issues affecting the Native Community, with a view to clarifying the underlying challenges.
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The Palgrave Companion to North American Utopias
2004 John W Friesen and Virginia Lyons Friesen
Palgrave MacMillan.
2004/05/06
The Palgrave Companion to North American Utopias is a uniquely insightful examination of utopian socieities, past and present, ranging from New York, Ohio, and Pennsylvania to the Oregon coast and Western Canada.
In this comprehensive and colorful history, we are introduced to visionary leaders and communities Read More
The Riel/Real Story: An Interpretive History of the Metis People of Canada
1994 John W Friesen
Borealis Press.
1994/05/06
The Metis people of Canada are unique. Their origins emanate from a merger of two of the nation’s founding peoples–resident First Nations and immigrant French. Their development and formation into a distinct culture is intricately linked with the role of their revered leader, Louis Riel.
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We Are Included! The Métis People of Canada Realize Riel’s Vision
2004 John W Friesen and Virginia Lyons Friesen
Detselig Enterprises.
2004/05/06
The Métis people of Canada are experiencing a coming of age, a new beginning. Weary of living below the poverty level, amid poor social conditions, and with minimal educational opportunities, their leaders have finally addressed these issues with an effective voice. On September 19, 2003, they gained the legal right to be recognized as Aboriginal Read More
Western Canadian Native Destiny: Complex Questions on the Cultural Maze
2008 John W Friesen and Virginia Lyons Friesen
Detselig Enterprises Ltd.
2008/05/07
The First Nations of Canada have survived many cultural onslaughts since European contact. However, they still face a myriad of socioeconomic, educational, and legal challenges if they are to experience socioeconomic success in the twenty-first century.
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What's Your Church Like?
2007 John W Friesen and Virginia Lyons Friesen
Xulon Press.
2007/05/09
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When Cultures Clash
1993 John W Friesen
Detselig Enterprises Ltd.
1993/05/08
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You Can’t Get There From Here: The Mystique of North American Plains Indians’ Culture & Philosophy
1995 John W Friesen
Kendall/Hunt.
1995/05/06
People are agreed that the cultural beliefs and practices of North American First Nations are unique, intriguing and different!
Putting it even more strongly, the Read More