This thesis reviews the first step in a project which will address the impacts that substandard
housing has on the health and education of first nations residents. This thesis covers the findings
from home inspections at a First Nations Community (FNC).
In 2012, 159 homes were inspected. The inspection was visual and looked for mould and other
deficiencies in the homes. Measurements of the interior air were also taken.
Homes were substandard due to poor building materials, installation, and overall neglect
regarding maintenance. Homes had high mould counts and are unhealthy environments for
people. This thesis outlines common deficiencies and provides recommendations for the
rehabilitation of the homes, and for future construction. Recommendations include that homes be
built with durable materials, designed for their environment, and for education and training
regarding home maintenance to be provided.
Subsequent phases of this project will address the health and education of the residents.
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:LACETR/oai:collectionscanada.gc.ca:MWU.1993/23261 |
| Date | 16 January 2014 |
| Creators | Reeve, Timothy S. |
| Contributors | Polyzois, Dimos (Civil Engineering) Polyzoi, Eloussa (Civil Engineering), Issa, Mohamed (Civil Engineering) Dick, Kristopher (Biosystems Engineering) |
| Source Sets | Library and Archives Canada ETDs Repository / Centre d'archives des thèses électroniques de Bibliothèque et Archives Canada |
| Detected Language | English |
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