Indigenous Health and Wellness

We honour and respect Indigenous rights and traditions and welcome First Nations, Métis, and Inuit people, including those who identify as Two-Spirit, along with their families and communities.

We acknowledge the unique healthcare needs of Indigenous peoples, recognizing the impacts of colonization, intergenerational trauma, and systemic barriers. We are committed to providing culturally safe, affirming care that respects traditional knowledge and healing practices.

Using an approach that embraces Indigenous ways of knowing and being, we offer specialized support services for Indigenous youth 12+, adults, and family members. We can assist with issues such as:

• Reconnecting with cultural identity and traditions

• Exploring Two-Spirit identity and roles

• Navigating between traditional and Western health systems

• Addressing historical and intergenerational trauma

• Managing stress, anxiety, and depression

• Strengthening family and community relationships

• Supporting land-based healing practices

We also offer guidance, counselling, and advocacy support for extended family members and allies who want to better support their Indigenous loved ones.

Our services aim to promote holistic wellness, incorporating physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects of health, in harmony with Indigenous values and practices.

" We need to approach mental health from a strength-based perspective, recognizing the resilience and wisdom within our communities. Our traditional knowledge and practices are powerful tools for healing. "

CAROL HOPKINS, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE THUNDERBIRD PARTNERSHIP FOUNDATION