Relocation, Consolidation, and Settlement Pattern in the Canadian Subarctic
The relocation and consolidation of subarctic native populations into settlement patterns designed according to southern, urban models has often resulted in cultural confusion and an increase in interpersonal tension, alcohol abuse, and violence. Through a review of selected case material, and the d...
| Veröffentlicht in: | Human Ecology. - Springer, 1972. - 15(1987), 2, Seite 117-131 |
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| Format: | Online-Aufsatz |
| Sprache: | English |
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1987
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| Zugriff auf das übergeordnete Werk: | Human Ecology |
| Schlagworte: | relocation settlement pattern cultural stress subarctic Canadian native communities Behavioral sciences Social sciences Arts Biological sciences Health sciences |
| Zusammenfassung: | The relocation and consolidation of subarctic native populations into settlement patterns designed according to southern, urban models has often resulted in cultural confusion and an increase in interpersonal tension, alcohol abuse, and violence. Through a review of selected case material, and the detailed examination of one relocated community, the dynamics of this situation are highlighted. Where native communities have re-established themselves beyond the reach of government planners, the re-creation of more culturally appropriate settlement patterns has ensued. |
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| ISSN: | 15729915 |