01 Jun Truth and Reconciliation in Action
ACHH presented with Dalhousie University Paediatric Resident Program in partnership with IWK Health Centre, Canadian Paediatric Society, Dalhousie University, Indigenous Health Interest Group and Halifax Public Libraries on a panel discussion on Monday, May 16th, 6:00 pm at the Paul O’Regan Hall Halifax Library.
The discussion focused on how Truth and Reconciliation is moving forward to improve health for Aboriginal children. ACHH’s role in this process varies from patient engagement to developing curricula for health studies at Dalhousie University.
TRC Aboriginal Children’s Hurt & Healing -Child Relevant Recommendations
HEALTH
18. We call upon the federal, provincial, territorial, and Aboriginal governments to acknowledge that the current state of Aboriginal health in Canada is a direct result of previous Canadian government policies, including residential schools, and to recognize and implement the health-care rights of Aboriginal people as identified in international law, constitutional law, and under the Treaties.
19. We call upon the federal government, in consultation with Aboriginal peoples, to establish measurable goals to identify and close the gaps in health outcomes between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal communities, and to publish annual progress reports and assess long term trends. Such efforts would focus on indicators such as: infant mortality, maternal health, suicide, mental health, addictions, life expectancy, birth rates, infant and child health issues, chronic diseases, illness and injury incidence, and the availability of appropriate health services.
ACHH
Generating data using two-eyed seeing mixed methods to gather the baseline evidence.
Infant, child and maternal health-self report, health care utilization
Maritime Statistical SPOR Support Unit
20. In order to address the jurisdictional disputes concerning Aboriginal people who do not reside on reserves, we call upon the federal government to recognize, respect, and address the distinct health needs of the Métis, Inuit, and off-reserve Aboriginal peoples.
ACHH
Generating data that demonstrates significant discrepancies between Aboriginal and non Aboriginal People and distinct health needs of children.
21. We call upon the federal government to provide sustainable funding for existing and new Aboriginal healing centres to address the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual harms caused by residential schools, and to ensure that the funding of healing centres in Nunavut and the Northwest Territories is a priority.
ACHH
Gathering community based Indigenous knowledge regarding how to address physical, mental, emotional and spiritual suffering.
22. We call upon those who can effect change within the Canadian health-care system to recognize the value of Aboriginal healing practices and use them in the treatment of Aboriginal patients in collaboration with Aboriginal healers and Elders where requested by Aboriginal patients.
ACHH
Same as #21
23. We call upon all levels of government to:
i. Increase the number of Aboriginal professionals working in the health-care field.
ACHH
Training budget to increase MN and PhD prepared health professionals
iii. Provide cultural competency training for all healthcare professionals.
ACHH
Generating the evidence to create the curriculum to provide this training.
Considering Culture & Context: Understanding Aboriginal Peoples Pain Mini Course
Case scenarios, documentaries, TOSCE
24. We call upon medical and nursing schools in Canada to require all students to take a course dealing with Aboriginal health issues, including the history and legacy of residential schools, the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, Treaties and Aboriginal rights, and Indigenous teachings and practices. This will require skills-based training in intercultural competency, conflict resolution, human rights, and anti-racism.
ACHH
Generating the evidence to create the curriculum to provide this training.
Considering Culture & Context: Understanding Aboriginal Peoples Pain Mini Course
Case scenarios, documentaries, TOSCE
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT and Training for Public Servants
57. We call upon federal, provincial, territorial, and municipal governments to provide education to public servants on the history of Aboriginal peoples, including the history and legacy of residential schools, the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, Treaties and Aboriginal rights, Indigenous law, and Aboriginal–Crown relations. This will require skills-based training in intercultural competency, conflict resolution, human rights, and anti-racism.
ACHH
Generating the evidence to create the curriculum to provide this training.
Considering Culture & Context: Understanding Aboriginal Peoples Pain Mini Course
Case scenarios, documentaries, TOSCE
EDUCATION FOR RECONCILATION
62. We call upon the federal, provincial, and territorial governments, in consultation and collaboration with Survivors, Aboriginal peoples, and educators, to:
ii. Provide the necessary funding to post-secondary institutions to educate teachers on how to integrate Indigenous knowledge and teaching methods into classrooms.
ACHH
Generating the evidence to create the curriculum to provide this training.
Considering Culture & Context: Understanding Aboriginal Peoples Pain Mini Course
Case scenarios, documentaries, TOSCE
