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Dr. Nancy Humber is a familiar presence in the Northern St'at'imc communities. Nancy’s career journey has been rooted in a commitment to reconciliation.
… For Nancy, reconciliation is acknowledging her role in … racism that negatively impacts the quality of life for Indigenous Peoples.  “Within my sphere of influence, I am … Commission around health. These are a guiding light for health practitioners,” notes Nancy. Nancy is working to …
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Lenora Starr is an Indigenous cultural safety practice lead of St’át’imc Nation advocating for the health and well-being of Indigenous Peoples of the Interior.
… toward meaningful changes can be frustrating and daunting for many. I hold my hands up to the Indigenous Partnerships team for continuing to push and advocate for our Indigenous Peoples’ well-being. … child welfare system, helped develop training materials for temporary caregivers of Indigenous children, taught …
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Jenn is a member of IH's Peer Advisory Group & helps inform substance use programs & policies. By sharing her story she hopes to inspire others.
… by carfentanyl-laced pills in 2019. She was in a coma for 12 days, had organ failure, and lost most of her hearing. … the person who’s homeless on the DTES feeling sorry for other people. I had to get away from Vancouver,” she … reach your local  Mental Health and Substance Use Centre  for support in your community. If you’re experiencing …
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Aditi is a student & member of IH’s YOUTHWISE, had a chance to chat with Dr. Silvina Mema, IH’s deputy chief medical health officer about smoking and vaping.
… makes quitting using commercial tobacco products difficult for many people. The same holds true for nicotine-containing vape products.  Although vaping has … contributor to chronic diseases in B.C. and is responsible for more than 6,000 deaths annually. Diseases that are linked …
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Learn how you can receive help if you're struggling with alcohol use.
… not sure whether your drinking is putting you at risk for health and social harms down the road, the Canadian Centre for Substance Use published Knowing Your Limits with Alcohol … an online tool to learn more. Go to Help With Drinking for information and guidance about alcohol use based on …
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Cosette is a medical imaging recruiter who lives with her husband & children in Trail. Find out her journey at IH & and what she loves about her role.
… exemplifies the essence of this role. With a passion for building genuine relationships and helping candidates … by Washington lies the picturesque town of Trail , known for its sense of community, sports spirit, scenic backdrop … warm-hearted locals, Trail provides the perfect setting for young families to call home. After graduating high …
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For Secwépemc Nation Chief Willie Sellars, who is a father of five and an IH board member, life is all about finding balance.
… me balance and allows me to also provide a staple meat for my family,” Willie says Being Secwépemc influences his … I come from and what our people are known and celebrated for.” Being an IH board member Reflecting on his journey to … discussion and movement at IH. He finds it inspiring, and for him the answer is, “Change doesn’t start and stop with …
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Access health information for school children on topics such as dental health, physical activity, injury prevention and vision.
… school-aged children can contact their local health unit for i nformation about their child's health. On this page, … provided to all kindergarten children every three years for surveillance purposes. View the 2022/23 Provincial … Dollars for Dental Treatment - Increasing Access to Dental Care …
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Housing is a right. IH’s Health & Housing Program Plan aims to improve health-care access for people experiencing housing insecurity and those living outdoors.
… harm and suffering and improve health and quality of life for everyone. These might include health public policies, … Ending Indigenous homelessness means facing hard truths. For Indigenous Peoples, homelessness is not just about a lack … and culturally adequate and in a location that allows for access to services, infrastructure, education and …
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Olivia Duncan is long-term care coordinator who started her health care journey as a teenager. She fell in love with the energy of the hospital & nursing staff.
… Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Program at Okanagan College for a semester. “I honestly thought that I would be in … of strangers. “This is a life-changing adjustment both for the person coming into long-term care, but also for their loved ones, spouse or children. “I try to work with …