Press Release March 20, 2025 The new and upcoming Gitxsan Wet’suwet’en Primary Care Centre in Old Hazelton has a name. Chosen by the project’s cultural committee, the centre is called: Wilp D’mootxw – Nec’a Yikh, The Healing House. The name represents the Gitxsan and Wet’suwet’en communities that…

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Celebrating Two-Spirit and Indigenous LGBTQQIA+ Awareness Day

Press Release March 20, 2025 On March 20, the First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) celebrates Two-Spirit and Indigenous LGBTQQIA+ Awareness Day, a time to honour the rich diversity of Two-Spirit identities and expressions. This day serves as a platform to raise awareness about the unique experiences of…

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Call for Members – College and Association of Nurses of the Northwest Territories and Nunavut (CANNN)

Press Release March 20, 2025 The Department of Health is seeking for individuals to serve on the College and Association of Nurses of the Northwest Territories and Nunavut (CANNN) Registration Committee. The Registration Committee is a standing committee established by the Nursing Professions Act, SNWT 2023, s29 (the “Act”) and the…

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Media Advisory – CMA Health Summit tackles health care in a changing political landscape

Press Release OTTAWA, ON, March 20, 2025 – A session on the impact of shifting U.S. health policy, including deep cuts to national agencies, will kick off Health Summit 2025 — a two-day interactive conference on the future of health care in Canada. Dr. Tom Frieden, former director…

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Voices from the Field

Press Release Welcome to Voices from the Field, a podcast series produced by the National Collaborating Centre for Indigenous Health (NCCIH), which focuses on innovative research and community-based initiatives promoting the health and well-being of First Nation, Inuit and Métis peoples in Canada. Episode 35 – Kinauvit?…

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Whooping cough outbreak declared in Naujaat

Press Release March 19, 2025 The Chief Public Health Officer, Dr. Ekua Agyemang, has declared an outbreak of whooping cough. The Department of Health warns Nunavummiut, especially parents of babies and young children, anyone can get whooping cough, but the most severe cases are in children under…

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Withdrawal management and rental housing development on the way in Vancouver

Press Release March 19, 2025 Construction is underway on nearly 100 affordable rental homes, as well as 91 transitional beds for people seeking treatment for addictions through a new withdrawal management centre. This project is the result of a partnership between the federal government through the Canada Mortgage…

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New Sectoral Table will advise how government can better support the care economy

Press Release From: Employment and Social Development Canada March 19, 2025 The care economy, which encompasses both unpaid and paid care, provides crucial care and support to all generations, including parents, grandparents, children, and many adults who live with disabilities or long-term conditions. Recognizing the importance of…

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BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC) Publishes AI Guidelines for Mental Health Professionals

Press Release A first for clinical counselling and psychotherapy in Canada, the document outlines ethical considerations and implications for practitioners and reiterates the importance of professional responsibility and accountability VICTORIA, B.C., March 19, 2025 The BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC) has published AI guidelines for mental…

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Finalists chosen for the Mindset Awards 2024

Press Release LONDON, ON, March 19, 2025 – Eight finalists have been announced by the Canadian Journalism Forum on Violence and Trauma for the 2024 Mindset Awards for Mental Health Reporting. For the Mindset Award for Reporting on the Mental Health of Young People the finalists, in…

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UBC summer research program for Indigenous youth receives federal funding

Press Release March 19, 2025 An innovative UBC summer research program for Indigenous youth has received federal funding through the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada’s (NSERC) PromoScience program. The seed2STEM program, created by the International Collaboration on Repair Discoveries (ICORD), invites Indigenous youth in…

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MNO’s Métis Healthy Babies Healthy Children Program Hosts Free Family Nutrition Webinar

Press Release March 19, 2025 The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) Métis Healthy Babies Healthy Children (MHBHC) Program is hosting a free virtual Family Nutrition Webinar on March 26, 2025, at 7:00 PM EST. Led by registered Dietitian Stephanie Davies, R.D, MHSc, this session will provide valuable…

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Dene Nation to Host Leadership Discussion on Justice and State of Emergency in Denedeh

Press Release MARCH 18, 2025 -– The Dene Nation declared a state of emergency in July 2024 regarding the impact of illegal drug activity in Denendeh. Community leaders have expressed severe impacts of this epidemic which has tragically taken too many of our people. The Dene Nation…

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Urban deer removal complete in Cranbrook, Kimberley

Press Release March 18, 2025 CRANBROOK – The Province, with the support of the ʔaq’am and the cities of Cranbrook and Kimberley, has completed the removal and testing of urban deer to curb the spread of chronic wasting disease (CWD). The operation took place Feb. 18-28, during…

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Prairie Tides Community Healing

Press Release Mar 18, 2025 Marymound and Prairie Tides are proud to announce the Sod Turning and Land Dedication Ceremony for the Prairie Tides Live-In Healing Home, taking place on Friday, March 21, 2025, at 1:00 PM on the Marymound Campus, 442 Scotia Street, Winnipeg. This special…

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Kids Help Phone continues to Fuel Innovation & Equity in Youth Mental Health with donation from TD Bank Group

Press Release New funding will enhance Kids Help Phone’s AI-driven mental health solutions through acceleratorKHP TORONTO (ON), March 18, 2025 – Kids Help Phone (KHP) is pleased to announce a new $600,000 donation from TD Bank Group (TD). With this generous support, KHP will continue to develop…

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Let’s Get Started – Building Culturally Safe Palliative Care for Mi’kmaw Communities – Palliative Care Gathering Overview

Press Release As Mi’kmaw people, we have long advocated for a healthcare system that honours our traditions, values our knowledge, and meets our needs. While change takes time, true progress happens when we come together, share our experiences, and take action. With this in mind, Tajikeimik partnered…

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AMC Calls for Full Implementation of Jordan’s Principle and End to Systemic Delays

Press Release March 14, 2025 Treaty One Territory, Winnipeg – The Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs (AMC) and leadership from First Nations across Manitoba, is calling on the federal government to end its ongoing neglect and systemic failure toward First Nations children. Despite repeated efforts by our First…

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Kitsaki Management donates $250,000 to new Prince Albert Ronald McDonald House

Press Release Mar 14, 2025 Kitsaki Management Limited Partnership is proud to announce a gift of $250,000 to Ronald McDonald House Charities Saskatchewan, contributing to the Miles to Go capital campaign. This campaign aims to construct two new Ronald McDonald Houses in Prince Albert and Regina, benefiting…

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