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The education of Augie Merasty: A residential school memoir

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Merasty, Joseph Auguste, Carpenter, David. Sakatchewan, SK: University of Regina Press , 2017.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
GN 400 MER 2017
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
A courageous and intimate memoir, The Education of Augie Merasty is the story of a child who faced the dark heart of humanity, let loose by the cruel policies of a bigoted nation.; A retired fisherman and trapper who sometimes lived rough on the streets, Augie Merasty was one of an estimated 150,00…
Author
Merasty, Joseph Auguste
Carpenter, David
Place of Publication
Sakatchewan, SK
Publisher
University of Regina Press
Publication Date
2017
Physical Description
Hardcover; 150 p.
Subject
Aboriginal Health
Trauma Survivors
Abstract
A courageous and intimate memoir, The Education of Augie Merasty is the story of a child who faced the dark heart of humanity, let loose by the cruel policies of a bigoted nation.
A retired fisherman and trapper who sometimes lived rough on the streets, Augie Merasty was one of an estimated 150,000 First Nations, Inuit, and Metis children who were taken from their families and sent to government-funded, church-run schools, where they were subjected to a policy of aggressive assimilation.
As Augie recounts, these schools did more than attempt to mould children in the ways of white society. They were taught to be ashamed of their heritage and, as he experienced, often suffered physical and sexual abuse.
But even as he looks back on this painful part of his childhood, Merasty's sense of humour and warm voice shine through.
ISBN
9780889774575
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
GN 400 MER 2017

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Gathering tree

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Loyie, Larry, Brissenden, Constance, Holmlund, Heather D. (Illustrator). Penticton, BC: Theytus Books Ltd , 2005.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR FF 500 BRI 2005
A positive story of a family facing HIV, told in a rural First Nations settings. After the children learn their favourite cousin has HIV, they discover that illness brings understanding and awareness. The story provides insights into ways of learning, the influence of elders in the community, and c…
Author
Loyie, Larry
Brissenden, Constance
Holmlund, Heather D. (Illustrator)
Place of Publication
Penticton, BC
Publisher
Theytus Books Ltd
Publication Date
2005
Physical Description
Hardcover
Subject
Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS/HIV Infection)
Aboriginal Health
Picture Books
Abstract
A positive story of a family facing HIV, told in a rural First Nations settings. After the children learn their favourite cousin has HIV, they discover that illness brings understanding and awareness. The story provides insights into ways of learning, the influence of elders in the community, and cultural activities such as traditional gatherings.
ISBN
9781894778282
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR FF 500 BRI 2005
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It takes a village : Maternal child health

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Hopkins, Zoe, Nahuelpan, Amancay (ill.). Indigenous Story Studio , 2012.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
YOUTH GH 200 HOP 2012
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
This maternal child health graphic novel is about Lara, a young mom-to-be. Lara is visited by Danis, a stranger who teaches Lara the importance of eating healthy foods, avoiding alcohol, breastfeeding, keeping dad involved and bonding with your baby.
Author
Hopkins, Zoe
Nahuelpan, Amancay (ill.)
Publisher
Indigenous Story Studio
Publication Date
2012
Physical Description
graphic novel; 40 p.
Subject
Prenatal Care
Prenatal Care-Diet/Nutrition
Prenatal Care-Coping
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome/Fetal Alcohol Effects.
FAS/FAE
Infants
Infant Feeding
Aboriginal Health
Abstract
This maternal child health graphic novel is about Lara, a young mom-to-be. Lara is visited by Danis, a stranger who teaches Lara the importance of eating healthy foods, avoiding alcohol, breastfeeding, keeping dad involved and bonding with your baby.
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
YOUTH GH 200 HOP 2012

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Sanderson, Steven Keewatin. [Canada]: The Healthy Aboriginal Network , 2009.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
YOUTH GN 400 GRA 2009
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
In this comic book, Wendy doesn't have any friends her age and feels overwhelmed at school. Her little brother is more social but he's quick to lose his temper and get into fights. Something is clearly bothering them both. Good thing they're open to getting help and breaking down the stigma of ment…
Author
Sanderson, Steven Keewatin
Place of Publication
[Canada]
Publisher
The Healthy Aboriginal Network
Publication Date
2009
Physical Description
Softcover: 48 p.
Subject
Mental Health/Illness
Aboriginal Health
Abstract
In this comic book, Wendy doesn't have any friends her age and feels overwhelmed at school. Her little brother is more social but he's quick to lose his temper and get into fights. Something is clearly bothering them both. Good thing they're open to getting help and breaking down the stigma of mental health.
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
YOUTH GN 400 GRA 2009

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Up Ghost River: A chief's journey through the turbulent waters of Native history

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Metatawabin, Edmund, Shimo, Alexandra. [Toronto, ON]: Vintage Canada , 2014.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
GN 400 MET 2014
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
A powerful, raw and eloquent memoir about the abuse former First Nations chief Edmund Metatawabin endured in residential school in the 1960s, the resulting trauma, and the spirit he rediscovered within himself and his community through traditional spirituality and knowledge. Foreword by Joseph Boyd…
Author
Metatawabin, Edmund
Shimo, Alexandra
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
Vintage Canada
Publication Date
2014
Physical Description
Softcover; 352 p.
Subject
Aboriginal Health
Trauma Survivors
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Alcoholism Recovery
Abstract
A powerful, raw and eloquent memoir about the abuse former First Nations chief Edmund Metatawabin endured in residential school in the 1960s, the resulting trauma, and the spirit he rediscovered within himself and his community through traditional spirituality and knowledge. Foreword by Joseph Boyden.
ISBN
9780307399885
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
GN 400 MET 2014

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