Eskasoni Cultural Healthcare Workshop: A Transformative Experience for Mental Health and Addictions Participants

Eskasoni Cultural Healthcare Workshop: A Transformative Experience for Mental Health and Addictions Participants

On May 1st and 2nd, staff and physicians from the Mental Health and Addictions Program (MHAP) participated in a profound two-day workshop in the Mi’kmaq community of Eskasoni, Cape Breton. The workshop aimed to deepen understanding of Mi’kmaq culture and explore mental health and addictions service adaptations for Nova Scotia’s Indigenous populations.

The workshop featured insights from the Aboriginal Children’s Hurt and Health (ACHH) Initiative, focusing on supporting Indigenous children’s pain management. Case scenarios illustrated the barriers Indigenous clients face within the health system and strategies for improved access to care.

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