March 8 - International Women's Day

This International Women's Day, let's celebrate the remarkable achievements of women around the globe and honour the special women in our lives. Let us uplift one another and work towards a more equitable future for all.

This years theme is "Inspire Inclusion" - where we inspire others to understand and value women's inclusion to forge a better world. Learn more about this years initiative by clicking HERE.

National Social Work Month & Social Work Week in Ontario (March 4 - 10)



This March, we celebrate the dedication and impact of Social Workers across Canada who stand at the forefront of change, advocating for justice and supporting those in need. 

Their unwavering commitment shapes a stronger, more compassionate community every day.

CERAH Co-Hosts Advancing Indigenous Policy & Practice Knowledge Exchange

CERAH was well represented in Calgary at the national gathering for the Advancing Indigenous Policy & Practice Knowledge Exchange.

We were thrilled to co-host the event with SE Health and were so inspired by all of the creative and innovative speakers/presenters.

Conversations on MAiD

On February 8th, we had the pleasure of partnering with Hospice Northwest Services for one of their Die-Alogues events. This event was focused on MAiD and featured a panel with a MAiD provider, MAiD coordinator, and a family representative who supported a loved one through their MAiD process. Our CERAH Director, Dr. Kathy Kortes-Miller moderated, and all we can say is WOW! It was a full house and clearly a much needed, and appreciated information session for the public.

Dementia Gardens: A Place to Grow

We are so excited to announce our newest project--Dementia Gardens: A Place to Grow! This initiative will focus on outdoor native plant gardening for people living with dementia and their families, including the incorporation of an outdoor day program for people living with dementia. If you'd like to help support us in getting this project started, we are currently fundraising

March 20, 2024 - 12 pm EDT

CERAH Speaker Series presents "Being and Doing Together in a Naturally Occurring Retirement Community: Pandemic Experiences of Older Adults" with Kassandra Fernandes

Join CERAH's very own Kassandra as she discusses her study exploring a naturally occurring retirement community, and how Oasis programming supports older adults' capacity to build strong, resilient communities that support well-being and aging in place.

April 3, 2024 - 12 PM EDT

"Honouring Indigenous Knowledges: Seven Sacred Teachings" with Elton Beardy

Elton Beardy is Anishinini from Kitchenuhumaykoosib Inninuwug. Working within St. Joseph's Care Group as a Cultural Practitioner, he provides cultural services dedicated to holistic healing as part of the N'doo'owe Binesi Traditional Healing Program. His practice is deeply rooted in his people's traditional spirituality, which he shares with clients and fellow staff in both clinical and non-clinical settings. As an apprentice of grief, the teachings he has been given inform his approach to palliative care, and his understanding of death and dying as a sacred journey.

Health and Wellness Expo

Join us Saturday March 23rd from 10am - 4pm at the 55 Plus Centre! Come and see the various senior health & wellness services, products, presentations and exhibits!

All ages welcome, no registration or fees required!

March 24 - Working Senior Mental Health Lunch & Learn

EPID@Work Research Institute is hosting a FREE lunch & learn event to share our research about working seniors’ mental health. Dr. Batholomew Chireh will be presenting the findings from his research: “Mental health of working seniors in Canada: prevalence, determinants and lived experiences.”

For more information, email [email protected] or call

807-343-8010 ext. 7636

Engagement on Indigenous Perspectives on MAiD: Dialogue Sessions

Health Canada wants to better understand the diverse viewpoints and lived experiences of Indigenous Peoples on end-of-life care, including MAiD. In-person/hybrid virtual and fully virtual dialogue sessions will be taking place from February 2024 to April 2024, and will be led by an Indigenous facilitator.

An honoraria of $50 per participant (in-person and virtual) will be offered in appreciation of your time and contributions. There are also limited spots available for travel reimbursement.

Cancer Affects Us All: Treaty #3 Cancer Survivorship Campaign

Developed in partnership with Regional Cancer Care Northwest at the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre (TBRHSC) and Ontario Health (Cancer Care Ontario), with videos directed and filmed by Upriver Media, the Treaty #3 Cancer Survivorship Campaign features the stories of three individuals from Treaty #3 who share their lived experiences with prostate, colon and breast cancer. The campaign brings awareness to key types of cancer that affect Treaty #3 communities and more importantly, reminds us that people can survive cancer, especially if it is found early.

Research Participants Needed!

This study aims to explore the experiences of the dementia diagnosis process from the perspectives of people living with dementia and physicians/healthcare providers. The study will focus on exploring how the dementia diagnosis process is conducted in NWO and how the process can be supported.