The University of Quebec in Abitibi-Temiscamingue (UQAT) and DIALOG (research and knowledge network relating to Aboriginal peoples) will host conference. The theme of the conference will be "The Inuit and the Aboriginal World." The intention of this theme is to explore the common concerns of the Inuit and the other Aboriginal peoples throughout the world. Organizers propose the following sub-themes:
- The environment;
- Climate change;
- Economic development; and
- Issues connected to languages, cultures, and education.
Proposals for papers must be sent to conference coordinators by email or postal mail no later than Friday, 22 January 2010. Proposals can be presented in French or in English. A scientific committee will select the papers to be presented at the conference. The selections will be made public in March 2010.
For additional details on proposal submission, please download the 'Reminder - Call for Papers' file available at:
http://www.uqat.ca/isc-cei-2010
Submission Deadline: Friday, 22 January 2010.
For further information, please go to:
http://www.uqat.ca/isc-cei-2010
Or contact:
Josee Lacroix
Email: josee.lacroix@uqat.ca
Phone: 819-874-8728, ext. 6518
Toll free: 866-891-8728
Event Dates Changed 17th Inuit Studies Conference
Fri, Jan 08, 2010
The dates for the 17th Inuit Studies Conference, which will be held at the UQAT First Peoples Pavilion on the Val-d'Or campus in Quebec, Canada, have been changed. The event is now scheduled for 28-30 October 2010.