Sacred Ceremony marks change of leadership at Institute of Aboriginal Peoples’ Health
SUDBURY, ONTARIO (February 22, 2017)–A sacred ceremony – complete with songs, prayers, and the gift of tobacco – was held today at the Health Sciences...
Dilico announces provincial government’s Indigenous midwifery initiative
By Rick Garrick FORT WILLIAM—Two new Indigenous midwives are being hired to provide services at the Dilico Family Health Team Clinic in Fort William through...
Anishinabek Health Conference hosts Cannabis Conversation with Carol Hopkins
By Lynne Brown SAULT STE. MARIE—Carol Hopkins brought food-for-thought to the Anishinabek Nation Health Conference by way of thoughtful discussion around the topic of Cannabis...
Chippewas of Kettle & Stony Point First Nation partner with Windsor Regional Hospital’s Cancer to improve end of life care for the First Nations community
WINDSOR, ON (February 2, 2017)- Chippewas of Kettle & Stony Point First Nation in partnership with Windsor Regional Hospital’s Regional Cancer Program is working with...
Heroes in Health recipients receive recognition at Anishinabek Health Conference 2017
By Lynne Brown SAULT STE. MARIE, ON—Anishinabek Health Conference 2017, Master of Ceremonies, Bob Goulais spoke to delegates during the break on the first of...
Mino Mshkiki – Maawnjidwing–‘Good Medicine’; Anishinabek Health Conference 2017
By Lynn Brown SAULT STE. MARIE, ON—“Many issues affect our communities today,” shared Garden River Chief Paul Syrette in his welcoming remarks to delegates attending...
Nokiiwin’s G’minoomaadozimin initiative aims at enhancing health and safety beyond the workplace
By Rick Garrick THUNDER BAY—Red Rock Indian Band’s Ron Kanutski focused on creating wellness in community at Nokiiwin Tribal Council’s G’minoomaadozimin — We Are Living...