We welcome the foundational recommendations on justice, health and education in the landmark Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) of Canada: Calls to Action report and we strongly support Â鶹´«Ã½Íøվ’s Provost’s Task Force on Indigenous Studies & Indigenous Education launched in September 2016.
The advancement of Indigenous health at the Ingram School of Nursing (ISoN) has been made possible through the foundational contributions of many Indigenous nurses and partners. Glenda Sandy, RN MSc Naskapi Cree and member of the Pimicikamak Cree Nation of Cross Lake, played a pivotal role in shaping ISoN’s approaches to Indigenous health, offering critical insight, guidance, and advocacy that helped initiate deeper conversations around culturally safe nursing care. In a different capacity, Lucie-Catherine Ouimet RN NP, Anishinaabe kwe, contributed meaningfully to this work through her role in community health clinical education, where she supported students in learning directly from and with Indigenous communities. Â
The foundational contributions of Glenda and Lucie-Catherine have laid the groundwork for what has become a growing, relational, and accountable approach to Indigenous health within the School. This work continues today through the leadership of Josée Lavallée RN MSc, Red River Métis and the presence of Indigenous nurses, students, and community members whose teachings and lived experiences guide OSAN’s efforts across curriculum development, student mentorship, and community partnerships. We honour those who came before us and those walking with us now, as we continue to co-create nursing education that is inclusive and deeply responsive to the knowledge and experiences of Indigenous Peoples.Â
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Indigenous Nurse Mentorship Program