Aboriginal Homelessness and Mental Health: Exploring the supports and challenges of Aboriginal people on the streets.

Dr. Suzanne L. Stewart, Principle Investigator.

This research explores the experiences of Indigenous people in episodes of homelessness in Toronto, and will contribute new insights to understanding the immediate and pressing issues facing these Indigenous people so that appropriate health services and policies can be mobilized. Thus the research question asks: What supports, challenges, and barriers do Aboriginal people experience in regard to harm-reduction approach to homelessness.

A copy of the research brochure is available for download.

Walking in Multiple Worlds: Aboriginal young adults’ work life narratives

Dr. Suzanne L. Stewart, Principle Investigator.

The voices of Aboriginal peoples are missing from the literature on career development and this project targets youths’ experiences and perspectives on the career journey. The findings from this study will be used to develop needed community resources and improve career education and counseling support for Aboriginal people.

A copy of the research brochure is available for download.

Work-life Identity of Aboriginal Youth: Exploring the momentum of challenges and strengths in career.

Dr. Suzanne L. Stewart, Principle Investigator.

This project is investigating how culturally based work-life identity is understood by Aboriginal youth within the context of employment outcomes in both urban (Toronto) and rural (Victoria reserves) settings. The research question asks: What are the intersections of cultural identity and work-life experiences for Aboriginal youth as they relate to employment outcome?

A copy of the research brochure is available for download.