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As the days get warmer and the snow begins to recede across the traditional territories of the Lheidli T'enneh First Nation, we are pleased to share the spring edition of the National Collaborating Centre for Indigenous Health (NCCIH) newsletter. Over the winter months, the NCCIH team has been busy developing resources to support learning and dialogue around Indigenous health.
From January to March, NCCIH hosted a four-part webinar series led by Canada Research Chair in Indigenous Environmental Health Governance, Dr. Diana Lewis. Alongside co-presenters ranging from research students to colleagues, Dr. Lewis explored topics including Indigenous-based health research, health impact assessment, Indigenous-led community-based participatory research, and impact measurement. View this series and other NCCIH webinars on our Webinars webpage.
The launch of five learning galleries offers arts-based insights into Indigenous perspectives on health. Developed with support from Indigenous Services Canada (ISC), Indigenous Peoples and Indigenous organizations were invited to submit artworks to be featured in upcoming communicable disease prevention and awareness campaigns. We received nearly 150 high quality entries, reflecting a strong engagement of time and talent of Indigenous artists across the country. The submissions include a broad range of visual and crafting arts, poetry, songs, and storytelling. Visit the web story to learn more.
New dialects have been added to the NCCIH’s Inuit resource booklets for parents and care-givers of children (0-6 years) and are now available in Nunavimmiutitut (Nunavik Inuktitut - Tarramiutut, Hudson Bay and Itivimiutut, Ungava Bay dialects). Based on Inuit teachings outlined in inunnguiniq, or making capable human beings, a series of four booklets were developed in 2021 through a partnership between the Aqqiumavvik Society and the NCCIH. These resources for Inuit families and caregivers of children up to six years of age include: Family Connections, Fatherhood is Forever, Growing up Healthy, and Parents as First Teachers. This web story provides access to these resources in all available dialects.
NCCIH is excited to introduce its new Advisory Committee members, including two new Youth members. Our Advisory Committee represents diverse Indigenous communities and includes public health professionals, researchers, representatives from national organizations, and experts who bring both community-based and organizational experience. These Indigenous representatives are an important presence at NCCIH – they provide valuable insight into Indigenous health and wellbeing and help guide and inform NCCIH to strengthen connections with Indigenous communities across the country. We encourage you to visit the webpage to read more about the NCCIH Committee members and the perspectives they bring to this important work.
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After a busy winter season, we hope these latest updates, resources, and stories help reinvigorate your ongoing work and dialogue in Indigenous health. Have a safe and healthy spring, and stay tuned as we continue sharing new updates and resources with our community.
Sna Chaylia
Dr. Terri Aldred, Academic Lead
National Collaborating Centre for Indigenous Health (NCCIH)
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