Inquiry into the circumstances and causes of five suicides that occurred in 2015 in the community of Uashat Mak Mani-Utenam: The Innu Council is seeking quick implementation of the Coroner’s recommendations
Press Release UASHAT MAK MANI-UTENAM, QC, Jan. 16, 2017 – The Innu Council of Uashat Mak Mani-Utenam (ITUM) and the Chief Mike McKenzie undertake to adopt appropriate measures to quickly implement…
Explore emerging tobacco control issues during National Non-Smoking Week
Explore emerging tobacco control issues during National Non-Smoking Week During National Non-Smoking Week, January 15-21, the Canadian Partnership Against Cancer is featuring the latest information on what jurisdictions across Canada…
Dr. Carrie Bourassa assumes the position of Scientific Director of the CIHR Institute of Aboriginal Peoples’ Health
Press Release January 13, 2017 – Ottawa, Ontario – Canadian Institutes of Health Research Dr. Alain Beaudet, President of the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR), announced today the appointment…
Government of Canada Invests in Infrastructure Projects in Pikogan
Press Release January 12, 2017 – Pikogan, QC – Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada The Government of Canada, in collaboration with First Nations, is committed to supporting infrastructure development in…
NAN Calls for Coordinated Response Following Youth Suicides in Wapakeka First Nation
Press Release THUNDER BAY, ON (January 11, 2017): Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) Grand Chief Alvin Fiddler is calling for a coordinated emergency response by federal and provincial health care and mental…
Ontario Urges Partners to Help End Homelessness Now
Press Release January 11, 2017 Ministry of Housing Today Chris Ballard, Minister of Housing and Minister Responsible for the Poverty Reduction Strategy, addressed the Canada-Ontario Homelessness Summit and issued a…
First Nations Health Authority and First Nations Health Council Letter to Attendees of Gathering Wisdom for a Shared Journey VIII
Press Release January 10, 2017 Greetings and Happy New Year, Following up on recent dialogue at the Gathering Wisdom for a Shared Journey Forum, First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) and…
Are you ready for January 25? Join the conversation on Bell Let’s Talk Day and help keep Canada’s mental health moving forward!
Press Release New Bell Let’s Talk Day promotions featuring Clara Hughes and team start today Clara and team hit the road to announce new Bell Let’s Talk programs in 6…
Call of interest – community representative
Press Release January 6, 2017 Public Service Announcement Call of interest – community representative Have you experienced poverty first hand? Are you interested in working towards the common goal of…
Addictions Foundation of Manitoba Launches Community Forums on Fentanyl and Other Drugs to Increase Awareness, Connect Experts with Youth and Families
Press Release With the growing concern about the presence of fentanyl in Manitoba, the Addictions Foundation of Manitoba (AFM) announced today that it will be hosting a series of community…
