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There can be miscommunication when an interpreter isn't available

WebA new smartphone app called Tukisiutik promises to help Inuit from Nunavik and medical practitioners understand each other better.. Healthcare workers and Inuktitut speakers …

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Two Spirit couple face racism and discrimination on journey to …

WebOlsen Pitawanakwat belongs to Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory and lives in Toronto with her Two Spirit fiancé Nanook Gordon. When the couple sought access to reproductive …

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'Wellness kits' being prepared for Coast Salish youth in B.C.

WebHealth coordinator leads ‘wellness kit’ project for more than 200 Coast Salish youth. Adam Gauthier, who is Coast Salish, Cree and Métis, says the packages of self …

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Lu'ma Medical Clinic rolls out vaccine for elders in Vancouver

WebA traditional ceremony was held at the Lu’ma Medical Clinic in Vancouver as elders arrived for their COVID-19 vaccination. “This is a time to celebrate and to feel …

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'A very painful artifact': Strap used at residential school moves …

WebWarning: This story contains graphic details about the abuse suffered by children in Indian Residential Schools. It may be triggering for some readers.

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Indigenous Chiropractic Caucus hopes to straighten out clients

WebThe caucus is established under the Canadian Chiropractic Association. Ward says the caucus will work to increase access to musculoskeletal (MSK) care for …

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COVID-19 vaccinations administered ‘the Ahousaht way’

WebCOVID-19 vaccinations administered ‘the Ahousaht way’. An early recipient of the vaccine, Ahousaht First Nation’s rollout rooted in values of care, helping, teaching, …

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Colonization has had many affects on Indigenous Peoples: panel

WebDuring his panel speech, McLeod spoke about the mental health of Indigenous 2SLGBTQ+ individuals. He believes the homophobia and transphobia they …

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Read the 94 Calls to Action here

Web6. We call upon the Government of Canada to repeal Section 43 of the Criminal Code of Canada. 7. We call upon the federal government to develop with …

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Victoria police start new wellness check program

WebA new police program in Victoria, B.C. that is hoping to improve the safety of wellness checks is getting the approval of Martha Martin. Martin’s daughter Chantel Moore was …

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Managed alcohol program to open in Whitehorse this spring

WebBy Sara Connors. Feb 05, 2024. New program is expected to reduce hospital admissions, emergency department visits and interactions with the RCMP. Yukon government says …

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First Nations doctors speak out on Canada’s ‘troublesome’ …

WebApr 30, 2020. The federal government’s handling of COVID-19 in Indigenous communities has been troublesome, frustrating and challenging for Piikani Blackfoot Dr. Lana Potts. …

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Racism in healthcare a regular occurrence in Ottawa says report

WebA new report says a significantly high number of Indigenous people have experienced racism in the Ottawa-area healthcare system. “People try to hide their …

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Doctor refuses to take on transgender boy as patient says mother

WebApr 06, 2023. A Métis mother is on the hunt for a new doctor after a Winnipeg physician refused to treat her transgender son. She says the doctor claimed to not know how to …

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By the numbers: A look at COVID-19 in First Nations communities …

WebWe found that by late June, the rate of total COVID-19 cases per 100,000 people was between 1.7 and 2.3 times higher in First Nations communities in the …

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HIV harder to control and treat in Saskatchewan because of …

WebPandemic brings on new challenges to fighting HIV on reserves in Saskatchewan. By Priscilla Wolf. Dec 01, 2020. 90-90-90 campaign working to raise awareness of HIV and …

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Dialogue for Life delegates say support is key in post pandemic …

WebNov 22, 2023. Life promotion vital to prevent future suicides. Delegates at the Dialogue for Life conference in Montreal heard that mental health awareness and support in the wake …

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Enoch Cree Nation gets $30M drug treatment centre

WebEnoch Cree Nation gets $30M for new drug treatment centre. By Danielle Paradis. Apr 25, 2023. ‘We have the opportunity to turn things around and reunite our …

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Remembering Joyce Echaquan: Frequently asked questions and …

WebMother of seven hailed from the 772 hectare Atikamekw community of Manawan in central Quebec. Quebec's chief coroner says an inquest, in which the …

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