This series of studies examines recent innovations in public policies, programs and partnerships in a number of policy sectors that are particularly relevant to Aboriginal people. The studies will be situated within the broader context of the quality of life of Aboriginal people, including historical and constitutional factors.

Studies in progress:

• Quality of life of young Aboriginal children
• Aboriginal business and entrepreneurship
• Aboriginal quality of life under a modern treaty: lessons from the James Bay Crees and Inuit of Nunavik

Studies published to date :

• Social Housing and the Role of Aboriginal Organizations in Canadian Cities
  Ryan Walker
  Choices, May 2008
  

• Aboriginal Health Care in Northern Ontario: Impacts of Self-Determination and Culture
  Bruce Minore, Mae Katt
  Choices, October 2007
  

• Aboriginal Women's Community Economic Development: Measuring and Promoting Success
  Isobel Findlay, Wanda Wuttunee
  Choices, August 2007
  

• Quality of Life of Aboriginal People in Canada: An Analysis of Current Research
  Daniel Salée
  Choices, November 2006