Actions and Commitments: Call to Action # 22
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March 16, 2024
Cape Breton researchers work toward official recognition of Indigenous medicine
Maskwio’mi is birch bark oil used to treat skin conditions CBC Indigenous: Researchers at Cape Breton University in Sydney, N.S., have set an ambitious goal of having Health Canada classify a traditional Mi’kmaw remedy as a medicine. Maskwio’mi, meaning oil made from birch bark in Mi’kmaw, is used to treat skin conditions such as rashes, eczema and...
March 14, 2024
Anishinabek Nation embracing diabetes with knowledge and care
NationTalk: AnishinabekNews.ca – CHIPPEWAS OF RAMA FIRST NATION—The Anishinabek Nation hosted its 2nd Annual Diabetes Conference, Embracing Diabetes with Knowledge and Care, from March 6-7, in Chippewas of Rama First Nation as a way to bring together frontline workers who care for Indigenous people with diabetes. Day 1 of the conference welcomed a variety of presenters...
February 23, 2024
Lesa Semmler: Weaving Our Wisdom
NationTalk: Mr. Speaker, last week the Department of Health and Social Services hosted the second ever Weaving our Wisdom Gathering, for which 350 wellness leaders, Elders, and knowledge holders from across the Northwest Territories, came together to celebrate and share Indigenous community-driven wellness knowledge. The gathering featured inspiring guest speakers, workshops, and facilitated discussions on...
January 23, 2024
Maamwesying Ontario Health Team and Espanola Regional Hospital and Health Centre solidify Collaboration Agreement with signing ceremony
Carol Eshkakogan, CEO of Maamwesying North Shore Community Health Services Inc./Chair of the Maamwesying Ontario Health Team Leadership Council (left), and Jane Battistelli, President and CEO of Espanola Regional Hospital and Health Centre (right). – Photo supplied NationTalk: AnishinabekNews,ca – SAGAMOK ANISHNAWBEK (January 15, 2024) – Maamwesying North Shore Community Health Services Inc., as a core...
January 23, 2024
Mental-health support for Indigenous paramedic service in Quebec a ‘landmark partnership’
NationTalk: City News – Mental health support for Indigenous paramedic service in Quebec “Those tough calls do come and it’s good to have the proper resources to deal with them,” says paramedic Emilie Darrigade, now that First Nations Paramedics is partnered with Wounded Warriors Canada – the first in Quebec. Alyssia Rubertucci reports. A national...
December 7, 2023
Ontario Connecting Indigenous Peoples to Culturally Appropriate Care
Expanded training program helping health care providers better meet the needs of Indigenous communities NationTalk: TORONTO — The Ontario government is investing up to $1 million over the next two years to expand the Indigenous Primary Health Care Council’s (IPHCC) Indigenous cultural safety training program. This expansion will allow the program to deliver more cultural...
December 6, 2023
Doctor hopes new app will help Inuit access medical care in Quebec
The Tukisiutik smartphone app provides medical terminology in Inuktitut, French and English APTN News: A new smartphone app called Tukisiutik promises to help Inuit from Nunavik and medical practitioners understand each other better. Healthcare workers and Inuktitut speakers from Nunavik, Inuit territory in northern Quebec, contributed to a digital glossary of medical terminology in Inutkitut, French and English....
December 1, 2023
Indigenous Chiropractic Caucus established to better serve Indigenous patients
APTN: Being able to help people with musculoskeletal issues will help save Canada’s economy billions of dollars says the head of a new organization called the Indigenous Chiropractic Caucus. “Musculoskeletal conditions account for $2.4 billion annually and that’s a high cost for physicians services, hospital services, and pharmaceuticals,” says Dr. Jennifer Ward, chair of the...
November 16, 2023
CancerCare Manitoba launches new Indigenous Community Profiles website
Author of the article: The Graphic Leade NationTalk: The Graphic Leader – CancerCare Manitoba (CCMB), in collaboration with First Nation, Métis, and Inuit partners, has developed a groundbreaking website to assist health care professionals in creating safer and more comprehensive care plans for patients returning to their communities. The Indigenous Community Profiles website serves as...
November 7, 2023
Penticton Indian Band celebrates the grand opening of Snxastwilxtn Recovery House
By News Room7 November 20232 Mins Read NationTalk: Daily Guardian – The Penticton Indian Band community came together Monday to celebrate the grand opening of a groundbreaking for the Snxastwilxtn Recovery House. The program is dedicated to addressing substance abuse and alcoholism among Indigenous individuals. “I’ve struggled with addictions and alcoholism for 20-plus years,” said Lyle...
October 24, 2023
Demand for Indigenous healing work helping to decolonize health-care system
APTN News: Julie Lys says that working a hide is akin to the healing process. It starts rough around the edges, but when tended to, it’s transformed. “In the western world medicine world, we can conceptualize everything, but you kind of keep your feelings [to yourself] and your spirit is not acknowledged,” says Lys, a...
October 10, 2023
Letter of Relationship signed between Indigenous Health Circle and Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital
NationTalk: (Orillia, ON) Strengthening its highly valued partnership, Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital (OSMH) has entered into a formal Letter of Relationship with the Indigenous Health Circle, an inclusive planning body that comprises Indigenous health service providers, health professionals, Indigenous communities, and various organizations throughout Simcoe County, Muskoka and surrounding areas. A signing ceremony took place...
October 4, 2023
Cornwall, Ont., hospital hires new Indigenous patient navigator
April White takes on role to better meet the needs of patients from Akwesasne CBC Indigenous: April White hopes her new role as an Indigenous patient navigator will help people from her community have a better experience seeking health care. The position is aimed at better meeting the needs of Indigenous patients and was created through a partnership...
September 28, 2023
Aupaluk gets bigger, better health centre
$45M facility replaces ‘old and deteriorated’ building that dates back to 1979 NationTalk: Nunatsiaq News – The new Qallisarvik Health Centre in Aupaluk is officially open, replacing an older, outdated facility that dated back to the late 1970s. (Photo special to Nunatsiaq News) By Cedric GallantSpecial to Nunatsiaq News Aupaluk’s new health centre is officially...
September 27, 2023
New Brock-CAMH report calls for enhanced mental health, neurodiversity supports for Indigenous communities
NationTalk: Toronto – A newly released report co-led by Brock University and the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) aims to create and strengthen supports and services for Indigenous Peoples with neurodevelopmental differences. Published this week, Forming the Circle: Report on the 2023 Gathering on Indigeneity, Neurodevelopmental Disabilities & Mental Health, calls for culturally relevant...
August 28, 2023
External ED Assessment Panel makes recommendations for Niagara Health
NationTalk: The independent third-party panel reviewing the circumstances surrounding the death of Indigenous patient Heather Winterstein in the St. Catharines Emergency Department (ED) in December 2021 released its final report and recommendations on Monday, Aug. 28, 2023. As we work towards reconciliation, President and CEO Lynn Guerriero has committed to accountability and transparency and accepts all of...
August 10, 2023
Midwives Association of British Columbia ratifies tentative three-year agreement
NationTalk: VICTORIA – Midwives will be better supported as a new three-year agreement has been ratified between the Province and the Midwives Association of British Columbia (MABC) that will increase wages, benefits and provide more supports for Indigenous midwifery. The agreement is effective retroactively from April 2022 until March 2025.“ Midwives play an essential role...
August 8, 2023
Clear vision for the future: Canadian Ophthalmological Society celebrates Indigenous Children Eye Examination Project, impacting 6,000 lives to date
NationTalk: TORONTO – August marks Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month, and as good vision is significantly important for a child’s growth and well-being, the Canadian Ophthalmological Society (COS) wants to raise awareness about the importance of eye exams and highlight the work that’s being done by the Indigenous Children Eye Examination (ICEE) project. To...
August 8, 2023
New Partnership Supports High-Quality Perinatal, Newborn And Child Healthcare For Indigenous Peoples In Ontario
NationTalk: Toronto, ON – The Indigenous Primary Health Care Council (IPHCC) and the Provincial Council for Maternal and Child Health (PCMCH) are pleased to announce a new partnership that aims to foster high-quality perinatal, newborn and child healthcare for Indigenous peoples in Ontario. This new strategic Relationship Agreement is entered into with a mutual spirit of...
August 6, 2023
Plants of the boreal forest: using traditional Indigenous medicine to create modern treatments
A research group in Quebec has been working for several years to explore the therapeutic potential hidden in boreal forest plants. In this context, “the traditional medicine of the First Nations is a precious asset,” the researchers write. Black Press file photo NationTalk: NNSL Media – Natural health products and phytomedicines (plant-based medicines) are used...
July 19, 2023
Construction gets underway on the initial First Nation recovery community
“We really respect the whole notion about a recovery model because it aligns with who we are.” —Charles Weasel Head, vice chair with the Blood Tribe Department of Health Blood Tribe leaders and Alberta government ministers turn the sod July 19 for the Blood Tribe’s recovery community facility. Windspeaker.com: Shovels were dug into the ground...
July 15, 2023
Mi’kmaw health navigators hope to incorporate Indigenous practices into P.E.I.’s health-care system
New role is aimed at building relationships with Indigenous patients and their families CBC News: Shelby Arsenault-Ellands is providing health care just a few roads away from where she grew up. Arsenault-Ellands, a registered nurse, is a member of Lennox Island First Nation. She’s now working at the Lennox Island Health Centre as a Mi’kmaw...
July 14, 2023
Nurse performs Halifax hospital’s 1st smudging ceremony — for her sister’s baby
‘We feel really empowered,’ says new mom Brittany Pennell after smudging at IKW Health Centre Nurse performs Halifax hospital’s 1st smudging ceremony — for her sister’s baby Click on the following link to listen to “As It Happens” https://www.cbc.ca/radio/asithappens/halifax-hospital-smudging-ceremony-1.6907186?cmp=newsletter_Evening%20Headlines%20from%20CBC%20News_1617_1187285 Nurse Courtney Pennell gets goosebumps whenever she thinks about performing her hospital’s first-ever smudging ceremony on...
June 26, 2023
‘It is who I am, deeply rooted in me’: York Region hospitals empower Indigenous Peoples with healing, smudging
Mackenzie Health, Oak Valley establish new smudging policies, Southlake introduces new Indigenous patient services NationTalk: YorkRegion.com – When there’s smoke, there may not necessarily be fire. Instead, smoke may mean there’s healing and smudging with sage, cedar, sweet grass and traditional tobacco. Recently, all the hospitals in York Region established policies to allow for smudging...
May 5, 2023
Doctors at this Toronto hospital can now refer Indigenous patients to a traditional healer
“The fact that we’re doing this within a hospital demonstrates that we believe these systems can work alongside one another.” Toronto Star: When Indigenous patients arrive at Women’s College Hospital they will see signs that traditional healing practices can be part of their care. Indigenous artwork is incorporated into hospital spaces, while posters placed at...
March 18, 2023
Improve health of Indigenous people and culture by decolonizing tobacco, says Cree doctor
First Nations people off reserve twice as likely to smoke as non-Indigenous people: Public Health Canada CBC News: High rates of smoking among Indigenous people not only pose serious risks to personal health, but also culture, according to a Cree (nehiyô) doctor in Alberta. “The number one way that we can ensure people are healthy...
March 9, 2023
New Campaign Highlights Importance of Culture in First Nation Harm Reduction Practices
NationTalk: BOTHWELL, ON, March 9, 2023 – Thunderbird Partnership Foundation has launched its harm reduction campaign which is titled Sacred Breath of Life. The campaign conveys the importance of First Nations harm reduction approaches that connect to culture and sacred teachings of Creation – and that is that we all have the responsibility to protect...
January 20, 2023
Statement on the Substance Use Health Emergency from Minister Tracy-Anne McPhee
NationTalk: Minister of Health and Social Services Tracy-Anne McPhee has issued the following statement: “One year ago, in response to an unacceptable increase in opioid-related deaths and substance use-related harms in the territory, the Government of Yukon declared a Substance Use Health Emergency (SUHE). This declaration was a commitment to respond and a call to...
December 7, 2022
First Nations Health Managers Association and Canadian Partnership Against Cancer Relationship Agreement
NationTalk: Ottawa, ON (Unceded Territory of the Anishinabe Algonquin Nation), December 7, 2022 – The First Nations Health Managers Association (FNHMA) and the Canadian Partnership Against Cancer (the Partnership) signed a Relationship Agreement today that creates a foundation for collaboration between the two organizations for continued efforts towards improving cancer and health outcomes –– for...
October 12, 2022
Anishinabek Nation lends support to Indigenous diabetes international conference promoting Indigenous ways and knowledge
THOROLD, Ontario – An upcoming event is causing a great stir in the world of Indigenous diabetes wellness. On Thursday, October 27 and Friday, October 28, 2022, the Indigenous Diabetes Health Circle (IDHC) is hosting a virtual international conference to which all are invited and all are welcome. And many are stepping forward. “This conference marks...
June 30, 2021
Action Plan for Critical Incident Investigation Report
Action Plan for Critical Incident Investigation Report 2021 Recommendations” including That the Government of Northwest Territories implements a process to respond to patient and family concerns related to the care that they receive within the health care system. in partnership with communities, recruit and train Indigenous first responders, nurses, and physicians from within the communities...
February 27, 2021
Dr. Alika Fontaine is the new President of the Canadian Medical Association
Toronto Star – Dr. Alika Fontaine from Treaty 4 territory in southern Saskatchewan is the new President of the Canadian Medical Association. The CMA unites the medical profession in Canada to improve the health of Canadians and strengthen the health care system. Lafontaine co-led the Indigenous Health Alliance from 2013 to 2017, a “health transformation project”...
November 16, 2020
CAMH launches Shkaabe Makwa, Anishinaabe for “Spirit Bear helper”
Toronto Star – Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) in Toronto launches an Indigenous-led centre dedicated to improving health-care services for First Nation, Inuit and Métis communities. Shkaabe Makwa, Anishinaabe for “Spirit Bear helper”, “plans to meld Indigenous knowledge and traditions with medical research, training and healing models for caregivers serving Indigenous communities”. Dr. James...
June 18, 2020
The Minnie’s Hope Social Pediatric Centre
BMO Financial Group (BMO) and the Hewitt Foundation are partnering to maintain social pediatric services in Northern Quebec Indigenous communities. Their respective donations of $3 million and $2 million send a strong message to the business community about the importance of supporting the Montreal Children’s Hospital in changing the face of pediatrics in Quebec through innovative ways...
December 13, 2019
Commercial development of Maskwiomin
Researchers at Nova Scotia’s Cape Breton University have received a $850,000 grant to develop a traditional Mi’kmaq medicine for potential future commercial production as a skin ointment. Maskwiomin is made from the oil of birch bark and is used to treat skin conditions such as rashes, eczema and psoriasis....
November 12, 2019
Budget 2020
2020 ($800K) and 2021 ($1.5M) funding to enable Neecheewam Inc. to expand its Winnipeg facility and improve access to Indigenous-led healing, care and treatment services to sexually exploited youth. Neecheewam operates the Strong Hearted Buffalo Women Crisis Stabilization Unit, a four-bed crisis intervention program for female and transgender youth who are at high risk of...
October 25, 2019
Re-opening of Mamisarvik Healing Centre in Ottawa
Tungasuvvingat Inuit with the support of the Government of Ontario announce the re-opening of Mamisarvik Healing Centre in Ottawa to serve and offer delivery of Inuit specific trauma informed healing and address substance abuse disorders. Mamisarvik will offer extensive counselling sessions, culturally-specific healing, time with Elders and a world class team of health experts....
October, 2019
Canadian Public Health Association
The Canadian Public Health Association is the independent national voice and trusted advocate for public health, speaking up for people and populations to all levels of government. Policy Statement: Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation, October, 2019 CPHA acknowledges that health is a basic human right and the Association takes a public health approach to achieve health...
August 20, 2019
Nunavut Recovery Centre for addictions and trauma
Improving mental wellness for Inuit in Nunavut means providing better access to care that is culturally appropriate, closer to home, effective, and sustainable. The Partnership Table on Health, the Government of Nunavut, Nunavut Tunngavik Incorporated and Government of Canada’s came together to sign a joint declaration of intent for the construction and operations of a...
August 2, 2019
Dalla Lana School of Public Health’s Waakebiness-Bryce Institute for Indigenous Health
Dalla Lana School of Public Health’s Waakebiness-Bryce Institute for Indigenous Health offers five days learning about Indigenous health in one of Canada’s first land-based learning courses. The move to land-based learning is an attempt to truly Indigenize the educational experience so that public health workers can begin to gain the kind of understanding they’ve been...
June 21, 2019
The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons
The Royal College is the national professional association that oversees the medical education of specialists in Canada, accredits the residency programs at 17 universities across Canada and also accredits the learning activities that physicians pursue in their continuing professional development programs. Indigenous Health Primer: Key messages Legislation and policies related to Indigenous people in Canada...
June 4, 2019
Canadian Strategy for Cancer Control 2019-2029
The Canadian Partnership Against Cancer’s “Canadian Strategy for Cancer Control 2019-2029 identifies three priorities for First Nations, Inuit and Métis. For each of these priorities, Peoples-specific actions were identified that help drive needed changes in outcomes and experience for all First Nations, Inuit and Métis. Priority 1 – Culturally appropriate care closer to home Priority...
October 2, 2018
Indigenous Health Transformation Roadmap: 2018-2020
Release of “Indigenous Health Transformation Roadmap: 2018-2020” through the Population, Public and Indigenous Health Strategic Clinical Network of Alberta Health Services. Specific projects identified are: Recognize the value of Indigenous healing practices, establish policies to guide the implementation and administration of practices within AHS Expand access to Indigenous healing practices in the treatment protocols with...
June 21, 2018
Canadian Partnership Against Cancer
Committed $24 million in funding until 2022 to support improved cancer outcomes by supporting action on self-determined priorities of First Nations, Inuit and Métis leaders, organizations and communities. The investment of the Partnership will result in large-scale changes that deliver high-quality, culturally respectful cancer services and programs in all provinces and territories. the Partnership and...
June 3, 2018
Elder access to Winnipeg emergency rooms
Aboriginal elders currently visit Winnipeg emergency rooms to work with patients and help ER staff to provide culturally appropriate care (CBC)....
April, 2018
HealthCareCAN
HealthCareCAN, the national voice of action for health organizations and hospitals across Canada – was formed from the merger of the Canadian Healthcare Association and the Association of Canadian Academic Healthcare Organizations in January 2014. Bringing Reconciliation to Healthcare in Canada: Wise Practices for Healthcare leaders”. April 2018 The 10 identified Wise Practices includes the...
March 28, 2018
Dr. JoLee Sasakamoose new Director of the Indigenous Peoples’ Health Research Centre (IPHRC)
Dr. JoLee Sasakamoose has assumed leadership of the Indigenous Peoples’ Health Research Centre (IPHRC) as the new director. Sasakamoose’s research explores the intergenerational effects of historical trauma with Indigenous Peoples and the use of traditional healing methods in the promotion of health and wellbeing. In partnership with the First Nations communities of Saskatchewan, she co-authored...
February 27, 2018
Budget 2017 and 2018 investments in Indigenous programs
Budget 2017 and 2018 provided $86 million over 5 years and $490 million over 2 years respectively, to preserve access to medically necessary health benefits and services through the Non-Insured Health Benefits. Non-Insured Health Benefits medical transportation benefit provides coverage to enable clients to access medically necessary health services, including services provided by traditional healers. ...
September 20, 2017
First Nation Basic Foot Care Program
First Nations Health and Social Secretariat of Manitoba (Nanaandawewigamig) and the First Nations Diabetes Leadership Council in Manitoba have developed the First Nation Basic Foot Care Program. This innovative foot care service will help clients in all 63 Manitoba First Nations communities to maintain their health and lower their risks from diabetes- related foot complications....
September 18, 2017
Programming and therapeutic environment priorities
Yukon’s priority is to work with Yukon First Nations to develop more culturally relevant programming and alternative correctional therapeutic environments for individuals with disabilities, mental health and addiction issues, and to collaborate in order to reduce delays and improve outcomes....
July 20, 2017
Funding for Patient-Oriented Research Support for People and Patient-Oriented Research and Trials
The Governments of Canada, the Northwest Territories and its partners signed an agreement with the Tlicho Government to provide $24.9 million in funding and in-kind contributions to establish a NWT Strategy for Patient-Oriented Research (SPOR) Support for People and Patient-Oriented Research and Trials (SUPPORT) Unit – Hotıì ts’eeda. This health research and training will be...
March 1, 2017
BC Health Regulators commit to making the health system more culturally safe for Aboriginal People
The BC Health Regulators (BCHR) representing 23 regulatory colleges governed by the Health Professions Act and the Social Workers Act declared their commitment to making the health system more culturally safe for First Nations and Aboriginal People through actions and processes which will ultimately embed culturally safe practices within all levels of health professional regulation....
May 30, 2016
Aboriginal Healing and Wellness Strategy
With funding support from five ministries, Indigenous partners and service providers will continue to support the Aboriginal Healing and Wellness Strategy. The strategy supports culturally appropriate solutions to improve healing, health and wellness in communities across Ontario....
May 16, 2016
Indigenous Health Alliance
The Indigenous Health Alliance was a 3-year project that arose in response to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission calls to action for health. It has a mission to eliminate the differences in quality of care between indigenous and non-indigenous patients. Most important, it is through a process led by indigenous peoples. In addition to many...
Institute of Indigenous Peoples’ Health Strategic Plan 2019 – 2024
Indigenous Peoples in Canada (First Nations, Inuit and Métis) continue to experience serious health inequities in comparison to the general Canadian population. Changing the status quo requires introducing new knowledge. Research paradigms that are based on Indigenous cultures, values and beliefs and that are respectful of traditional Indigenous knowledges underpin the work ahead and the...
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