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Niagara Health recognized by Indigenous partner for reconciliation efforts

Niagara Health recognized by Indigenous partner for reconciliation efforts

Posted Oct 5th, 2023

Medical, Surgical and Safety Supplies Ltd., a Certified Aboriginal Business, calls the organization a Reconciliation Champion for taking sustainable action toward Indigenous equity.

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Indigenous Health Services team driven to break down barriers to accessing healthcare

Indigenous Health Services team driven to break down barriers to accessing healthcare

Posted Sep 27th, 2023

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.

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EVS aide’s healing journey stems from Indigenous roots

EVS aide’s healing journey stems from Indigenous roots

Posted Sep 13th, 2023

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.

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NH partnership with Indigenous business provides economic benefit to local First Nation

NH partnership with Indigenous business provides economic benefit to local First Nation

Posted Aug 1st, 2023

Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation receives $15,000 reinvestment in the community as part of economic reconciliation efforts.

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Niagara Health first hospital in the world to purchase Indigenous-supplied, branded medical gloves

Niagara Health first hospital in the world to purchase Indigenous-supplied, branded medical gloves

Posted Jul 3rd, 2023

Niagara Health played a pivotal role in establishing a partnership with Indigenous medical supplier MSS to help build an Indigenous value-based supply chain.

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Indigenous Health Services and Reconciliation team unveils artwork

Indigenous Health Services and Reconciliation team unveils artwork

Posted Jun 26th, 2023

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.

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New role signals ‘big change’ for Indigenous patients

New role signals ‘big change’ for Indigenous patients

Posted May 5th, 2023

Indigenous Relations Specialist Jolene Courchene is part of a team that will ensure inclusive, equitable and compassionate healthcare for Indigenous patients and their families.

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Reimagining the Indigenous healthcare experience

Reimagining the Indigenous healthcare experience

Posted Mar 30th, 2023

As Niagara Health’s first Manager of Indigenous Health Services and Reconciliation, Charity Beland is intent on changing the narrative around Indigenous patient experiences.

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An update on our path to reconciliation

An update on our path to reconciliation

Posted Mar 29th, 2023

Niagara Health (NH) continues on its journey towards improving the quality and safety of care for Indigenous patients.

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Emergency Department Assessment aims to improve quality of care for Indigenous patients

Emergency Department Assessment aims to improve quality of care for Indigenous patients

Posted Dec 8th, 2022

Today, Thursday, Dec. 8, Niagara Health is beginning an external assessment of the Emergency Department (ED) in an effort to improve patient care and experiences for Indigenous Peoples.

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