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Vice Chief David Pratt –…‘Refresh your body, your soul, and your mind:’ Saskatoon Tribal Council makes washroom project a success
Press Release Nov 5, 2024 Staff from the Saskatoon Tribal Council’s Sawēyihtotān outreach program made a 24-hour washroom site into a safe haven offering life-changing support for people in need. “At first it was just a place I could come get something to eat, a place to…
Creating Ethical Space for First Nations-led Genetic, Epigenetic, and Other Biological Health Research
Press Release The Department of Human Health and Nutritional Sciences in the College of Biological Science is pleased to host Dr. Billie-Jo Hardy from the University of Toronto and Dr. Amy Bombay from Carleton University. They will be speaking about their experiences developing a biological health research…
Kimmirut Health Centre remains open to emergencies
Press Release November 5, 2024 The Department of Health is advising residents of Kimmirut that the community health centre remains open for emergencies and urgent same-day appointments. This extension is to ensure staff have sufficient time to recover and rest after the emergency response to the community-wide…
Niagara Health’s statement on the passing of the Honourable Murray Sinclair
Press Release Nov 5th, 2024 We are deeply saddened by the loss of the Honourable Murray Sinclair, a former judge, senator and chair of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission into residential schools in Canada. Sinclair passed away on Nov. 4 in Winnipeg at the age of 73…
Carleton University launches new tech-forward nursing program, partners with Queensway Carleton Hospital to transform nursing education
Press Release OTTAWA, ON, Nov. 5, 2024 – Carleton University has launched a new tech-forward nursing program with the first intake of students starting in the fall of 2025. The university partnered with Queensway Carleton Hospital to transform nursing education and accelerate the entrance of new nurses…
The Daily Wednesday, November 6, 2024
Press Release Criminal justice outcomes of police-reported sexual assault in Canada, 2015 to 2019 About one in five sexual assault incidents reported to police from 2015 to 2019 proceeded to criminal court, and of these, about half resulted in a finding of guilt. Among guilty cases, half…
AMC Demands Reform to NIHB Program and Accountability for Mental Health Services
Press Release November 5, 2024 Treaty One Territory, Winnipeg – The Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs (AMC) is calling on Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) to reform the Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) program and to take full responsibility and accountability for the mental health providers and services offered to…
Strengthening primary health care across Alberta
Press Release Nov 05, 2024 Alberta’s government is committed to advancing initiatives that will further strengthen primary health care. As part of this work, the government is actively working to increase access to primary care for all Albertans by implementing recommendations from the Modernizing Alberta’s Primary Health…
FNHA Statement on the death of Murray Sinclair
Press Release November 5, 2024 The First Nations Health Authority is saddened to learn of the passing of Murray Sinclair, a First Nations leader whose monumental efforts in bringing to light the reality of Canada’s Indian residential schools has touched all of us. He was 73. Murray…
Webinar Summary Part 2: Truth: the medical profession’s first step toward reconciliation
Press Release November 05, 2024 A webinar was held on October 23 for CPSM registrants, providing background on the draft Standard of Practice — Practicing Medicine to Eliminate Anti-Indigenous Racism, which is currently out for public consultation. Watch the webinar here or read part 2 of the webinar summary…
Hamilton Health Sciences pays tribute to the Honourable Murray Sinclair
Press Release November 5, 2024 We are deeply saddened by the passing of the Honourable Murray Sinclair, a visionary leader whose influence has profoundly shaped how public organizations respond to the legacy of residential schools and their ongoing impact on the health and well-being of Indigenous peoples.…
Indoor shelter spaces opening for winter
Press Release November 4, 2024 People experiencing homelessness in British Columbia will have access to warm, safe indoor spaces as winter weather arrives. The Province, through BC Housing, is funding 6,085 shelter spaces in 59 communities throughout B.C. this season, a 22% increase in spaces available compared…
Registration is Open! ANFCSAO’s ICFWB: “Keeping the Path Lit” Conference Dec 2024
Press Release ANCFSAO is thrilled to announce that registration for our Indigenous Child & Family Well-Being Conference 2024: “Keeping the Path Lit” is now LIVE! Join us December 3 – December 5, 2024, on Anishinaabe Mississauga of the Credit Treaty Lands and traditional territories of the Anishinaabe,…
Mental Health School Kits
Press Release November 4, 2024 The Department of Health is pleased to announce the distribution of Mental Health School Kits across the territory. The department has worked with Transformative Life Skills Nunavut to create these kits, which are available in Inuktitut, English, and French. In collaboration with the…
Chiefs of Ontario deeply concerned about mental health providers enrolled in the Non-Insured Health Benefits program
Press Release Trigger warning: This press release contains sensitive subject matter, including mental health challenges and Indian Residential Schools, that could be triggering for some readers. Resources are available below. (Toronto, Ont. – November 1, 2024) Chiefs of Ontario are demanding urgent changes to the federal Non-Insured…
FNQLSDI – Our 2023-2024 Annual Report is now available!
Press Release October 31 2024 We invite you to consult our 2023-2024 Annual Report to appreciate the magnitude of the work accomplished thanks to your trust. This report is also an opportunity to recognize the impact of your commitment and to celebrate the strong relationships we have…
The Daily Monday, November 4, 2024
Press Release Health care access and experiences among Indigenous people, 2024 In 2024, the majority of First Nations people living off reserve (86%), Métis (70%) and Inuit (82%) reported that it was very or somewhat important to have health care services that support Indigenous traditional medicines, healing…
Winter respiratory illness prevention – Layer up! Get vaccinated!
Press Release November 1, 2024 The Department of Health is reminding Nunavummiut that viral respiratory infections are expected to increase as winter approaches. This includes influenza, COVID-19 and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV). Remember, winter is all about layers. Layer up! Get vaccinated! The flu and COVID-19 vaccines are essential layers of protection to…
Statement – Ontario Marks Woman Abuse Prevention Month
Press Release November 01, 2024 TORONTO – Michael Parsa, Minister of Children, Community and Social Services and Charmaine Williams, Associate Minister of Women’s Social and Economic Opportunity, issued the following statement: “November is Woman Abuse Prevention Month, an opportunity to raise awareness of gender-based violence and to…
Peter Eckert retires as Vice President of Finance and welcomes Chris Mullen to the role
Press Release October 31, 2024 Today the FNHA offers our gratitude to Peter Eckert for his 10 years of service and dedication to this organization, as he begins his new journey in retirement. Peter joined the FNHA in 2013 as Director of Financial Planning and Analysis, eventually…
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