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Indigenous Elder Albert Dumont leads Well Living House and Unity Health staff in Forest Walk –
September 30, 2024 Well Living House and Unity Health Toronto staff spent a day with Indigenous Elder Albert Dumont listening to strength-based teachings and learning about the Forest during a team retreat north of Toronto earlier this summer. Elder Dumont, “South Wind”, is a poet, storyteller, speaker, and an Algonquin Traditional Teacher. He was born […]
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Enhancing early detection of cervical cancer
Sep 26, 2024 Early detection of cancer is crucial to saving lives, and Alberta’s government continues to prioritize opportunities that make early detection more accessible and convenient. When it comes to cervical cancer, the majority of cases are preventable with routine screening and treatment. As part of the Cervical Cancer Screening Program, Alberta’s government, along […]
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Bringing mobile lung screening to rural Alberta
Sep 25, 2024 More Albertans living in remote communities will soon have better and more timely access to lung screening, leading to improved treatment and health outcomes. Alberta’s government is committed to providing high-quality health care services for all Albertans, no matter where they live in the province. To ensure Albertans can get the care […]
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Edmonton Remand Centre mental health care ‘completely inadequate,’ judge says in report on inmate’s suicide – Edmonton Examiner
Sep 19, 2024 Warning: this story deals with suicide. If you need help, the AHS Mental Health Help Line can be reached at 1-877-303-2642. The Canada Suicide Prevention Service can be contacted at 1-833-456-4566. The Suicide Crisis Helpline is 988. A report on the death of an Edmonton Remand Centre inmate paints a dire picture […]
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Excellence in Health Leadership Award – Innovative Leaders
Excellence in Health Leadership Award – Innovative Leaders In partnership with Healthcare Excellence Canada, the First Nations Health Managers Association (FNHMA) is pleased to announce that nominations are still being accepted for the Excellence in Health Leadership Award – Innovative Leaders. The award is designed to recognize those who have exhibited a sincere and long-term […]
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Caregivers from Marginalized Communities Report Experiencing Barriers to Care in Canada
CALGARY, AB, Sept. 9, 2024 – The Petro-Canada CareMakers Foundation™ continues to raise awareness about family caregiving in Canada. According to its latest research, in partnership with Leger, a majority (68%) of family caregivers who are Black, Indigenous and people of colour (BIPOC) report increased difficulty accessing essential support services for their loved one. These […]
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Advancing truth and reconciliation in health care: A commitment to healing and empowerment – CPSA
September 5, 2024 Read time: 2 minutes Dear friends and supporters of the College of Physicians & Surgeons of Alberta, As we prepare to recognize the National Day for Truth & Reconciliation this month, I want to emphasize the critical journey we must take together—one of truth and reconciliation in healthcare. The Indian Residential School […]
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Creating Hope Society has a great program for young Indigenous men – CFWE
Sep 4, 2024 Ambrose Cardinal is the Coordinator of the Indigenous Boys Matter Too! program, hosted by the Creating Hope Society. The program registration is currently open for ages 14 -18 with flexibility. It teaches young men traditional values and concentrates on cultural connections and mental health. Rellik chatted with Ambrose in studio to talk […]
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County of Grande Prairie works to address food insecurity and high costs, FCSS meeting – Whitecourt Star
Sep 02, 2024 “If these costs continue to climb, Alberta’s social systems will face even greater strain, and more individuals will struggle to meet their basic needs.” The County of Grande Prairie recently approved a resolution to be put forward at the Family and Community Services annual meeting on Nov. 15, addressing food insecurity and […]
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Provincial government funds recovery community near Métis Crossing – rdnewsnow.com
Aug 18, 2024 As a part of the Alberta Recovery Model, the Government of Alberta has partnered with the Métis Nation within Alberta to build a recovery community, implementing treatment based on its culture and practices. Born of a $35 million investment, the facility will be known as the Healing Waters Recovery Community and is […]
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