Enoch First Nation reacts to new stats that show Indigenous people in Alberta have shorter lives
The report from Alberta Health indicates that Indigenous people die an average of 12 years sooner than non-Indigenous people
Health
Ontario government to fund new study of Grassy Narrows’ water
The ministers have earmarked $300,000 to hire scientists that will test mercury levels and make recommendations on how to clean it up
Group behind Indigenous-branded diabetes device aims to get back on track after spending controversy
Six people from the product’s investment group were fired over questionable spending accusations last year, but its president says he now hopes to get back to the original goal of helping Indigenous communities
Tropical parasite found in Nunavik
Discovery followed outbreak in Nunavik
Family says Saskatchewan hospital’s refusal to immediately treat deaf, mute Cree man hastened death
Hospital refused to provide immediate care because health card had expired
Nunavut nursing students want to apply skills at home
Nunavut faces a nursing shortage
PM Trudeau promises ‘real money’ for First Nation health and infrastructure
Trudeau Liberals have pledged billions of dollars to deal with First Nation issues
33 First Nations declare public health emergency
Public health state of emergency affects 30,000 First Nation people
Aklavik woman died from seizure while in police custody, family believes
Beverly Elanik was the mother of two daughters and three sons and had three grandchildren.