Journal of Aboriginal Economic Development
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Indigenous and Non-Indigenous Unemployment, Employment, and Participation Rates Through 2023: Education Remains Critical
No full textEmployment, unemployment, participation, and wage rates have been more favourable for the non-Indigenous population than for the Indigenous population. With one exception, this has been the case in every year since 2007, when the data first became available. While wages were higher in 2022 than they were in 2021 for both Indigenous and non-Indigenous populations, the overall employment picture for the Indigenous population was worse in 2023 than in 2022. Their unemployment rate was higher, while their employment and participation rates were lower. In comparison, all three rates were higher for non-Indigenous people in 2023. A critical factor related to each of these three rates is the education level achieved. Higher completed educational levels are directly related to lower unemployment rates and higher employment and participation rates as well as to higher wage levels
Cree Nation in Manitoba thriving under Anderson\u27s leadership as Chief
No full textStory on Norway House Cree Nation winning Cando\u27s Community of the Year award
Indigenous Works’ Luminary Initiative Receives Five-Year Federal Funding to Address Innovation Gaps
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Into Relevance: Treaty Words Matter
No full textRebuilding Indigenous economies is a long, complex, and arduous set of tasks. It involves the creation of new institutions that can harness Indigenous innovation and creativity and channel Indigenous ideas and values into actions that improve the quality of Indigenous lives, enabling us to participate effectively in the world we find ourselves in. Treaties were one such institution
Introduction
No full textIn this issue, we address two important issues: COVID-19 and poverty in Indigenous communities
The Artist\u27s Statement - Economic Reconciliation
No full textoai:ualberta_jrnl_jaed:article/4The outline of the tipi symbolizes community connectedness and a place of warmth, security, wellness, and sacred tradition and value. Inside the tipi, two individual vines intertwine: one representing corporate Canada and the government, and the other representing Indigenous peoples. The intertwining vines embody reconciliation between these two groups through acceptance, balance, understanding, and engagement. Both vines show a similar level of support, highlighting that Indigenous peoples are equally capable, powerful, knowledgeable, and hard-working as mainstream society. Together, through reconciliation, we can contribute greatly to the Canadian economy through our history, land, and resources. That’s why I chose to have the intertwined vines holding up the Earth (economy). The “Turtle Island” landmass on the Earth acknowledges the land of Indigenous peoples, affirming our equal right to be involved in shaping the economy. With a call to action, we can make it happen and increase opportunities for ourselves in the process.
The image represents the vision of economic reconciliation, with the value of this vision held within the tipi. Through the intertwined vines and acknowledgment of Turtle Island, the image conveys the message that Indigenous peoples have an equal right to shape the Canadian economy. By taking action, we can make this vision a reality and increase opportunities for ourselves
Editor’s Comments
No full textWe strive to make our journal timely, useful, and informative. We want to go that extra mile for you, so we are increasing our accessibility. We are moving to open access beginning with our next issue in 2024. You will be able to access our articles online as well, and we will continue to offer a print copy. It is a very exciting journey for us. Also, I would like to invite you to consider writing a book review of current literature in the field of Indigenous community economic development. Please reach out to the Cando office if this is of interest, and we will discuss your ideas
Strengthening Community, Building Opportunity in a Spirit of Alliance: Whitecap Dakota First Nation, Saskatchewan
No full textLocated 26 kilometres south of Saskatoon, the community of Whitecap Dakota First Nation (Whitecap) has approximately 700 members. A major tourism attraction with a million visitors annually, Whitecap offers the best golf course in Saskatchewan, with a 4-star resort and casino. Whitecap has created diversified own source revenue streams from not only business profits, but through its Land Code, which generates land lease and property tax revenue. Exerting its jurisdiction, it also receives revenues from several types of taxation that were previously going to federal and provincial governments. With a healthy record of job creation, Whitecap is a regional economic force in Saskatchewan. Whitecap’s business model is shared here for the benefit of both business and government leaders as they work to strengthen Indigenous community health and wellbeing across Canada