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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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Healthcare and learning Indigenous identity a calling for Registered Nurse

Healthcare and learning Indigenous identity a calling for Registered Nurse

Posted Sep 28th, 2022

Becoming a Registered Nurse has long been a goal for Kassidy Bell. So, too, is learning about her Indigenous heritage and helping to provide culturally sensitive, equitable healthcare for Indigenous patients and others.

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Niagara Health celebrates Indigenous Inclusion Month

Niagara Health celebrates Indigenous Inclusion Month

Posted Sep 9th, 2022

This month, we are celebrating our second Indigenous Inclusion Month at Niagara Health. We are committed to making the hospital a safe, culturally welcoming space for Indigenous people that meets their healthcare needs and respects their traditions.

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