Vancouver Island
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Immediate large scale systemic change of the child welfare system needed, say researchers
UBC researchers found that child removal made mothers more likely to have an unintended drug overdose. They are calling for drastic changes to the child welfare system.
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‘It’s about inspiring the next generation’: Indigenous Innovators Gathering features Tanya Talaga, Teara Fraser and Notorious Cree
Animikii is hosting the first annual event to highlight Indigenous innovation happening across Turtle Island
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Bringing Indigenous perspectives to the centre of health practitioner training
UBC’s Indigenous Public Health certificate program offers timely and important resources to reduce harm and include Indigenous perspectives in public health in B.C.
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IndigiNews is covering education for Indigenous students, teachers, and families: Here’s the latest
We’re following what’s happening in the education space, so you don’t have to.
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Maternity and Babies Advice Line makes reproductive support more accessible for remote communities
24/7 virtual care Maternity and Babies Advice Line, a collaboration of First Nations Health Authority and Rural Community Coordination B.C.
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‘Food as medicine’: How this birth worker carries on the teachings of her great grandmother
Indigenous doula and midwifery student shares about the magic of a postpartum pot roast
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Breaking: Investigation reveals ‘widespread’ racism in B.C. healthcare system
Mary Ellen Turpel-Lafond releases a technical report on findings of independent investigation into Indigenous-specific racism.
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Jesse Wente says it’s time to tell the truth about Indigenous sovereignty
As a part of Vancouver Island University’s sixth annual ‘Indigenous Speaker Series,’ Indigenous cultural critic Jesse Wente challenges reconciliation with truth.
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‘Breastfeeding is a traditional food that should be protected’
Child apprehension should not cut off the crucial breastfeeding bond between newborn and parent, advocates say.
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A win for First Nations children as the Canadian Human Rights Tribunal expands funding criteria for Jordan’s Principle
Non-status, off-reserve First Nations children who are recognized by their Nation can now access funding