Isaiah Beardy helps to create a safe space by willingly answering questions from those curious about Indigenous Peoples and by creating a welcoming environment at the hospital for all.
Community feedback and preferences will play a significant role in determining the final selection of art pieces for display. Community selection will be open until Aug. 30, 2024.
Medical, Surgical and Safety Supplies Ltd., a Certified Aboriginal Business, calls the organization a Reconciliation Champion for taking sustainable action toward Indigenous equity.
With three new additions to the team that was established in January, Niagara Health continues to make better support of Indigenous patients and their families a priority.
When Cherie Bernard needed to overcome past traumas, she turned to the local Indigenous community, which helped her find a healing rhythm through drumming and discover her Indigenous heritage.
Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation receives $15,000 reinvestment in the community as part of economic reconciliation efforts.
Niagara Health played a pivotal role in establishing a partnership with Indigenous medical supplier MSS to help build an Indigenous value-based supply chain.
Niagara Health unveiled Indigenous artwork created as a visual identity for the Indigenous Health Services and Reconciliation team during an event at the St. Catharines hospital.
Indigenous Relations Specialist Jolene Courchene is part of a team that will ensure inclusive, equitable and compassionate healthcare for Indigenous patients and their families.
As Niagara Health’s first Manager of Indigenous Health Services and Reconciliation, Charity Beland is intent on changing the narrative around Indigenous patient experiences.
