University of Winnipeg,
Winnipeg, Manitoba.
Hosted by the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs, Chiefs Task Force on Health and the Health Research Information Governance Committee, the first Manitoba First Nations Research Conference will bring together First Nations community and academic researchers, students, Elders, and leadership in the Manitoba region to showcase First Nations self-determination through health research, ethics and ethics review. View conference agenda; to register, contact Leona Star: lstar@manitobachiefs.com.

 

Telus Convention Centre
Calgary, Alberta
The expansion and improvement of health care services for Aboriginal communities is crucial in order to address health care disparities, reduce inequities and improve health outcomes. It is important that governments and First Nations work together on this agenda. Insight Information's 7th Annual Western Canada Aboriginal Health Forum has been developed to provide timely information on recent developments in healthcare programs and services. Presentations will address the latest challenges, community-based and traditional approaches to solutions, and best practices in Aboriginal health care, from organizations such as AIDS Calgary Awareness Association, the Native Addictions Services Society,  Diabetes and My Nation Foundation and more.  Presenters will address topics such as an Aboriginal youth and community empowerment strategy; Aboriginal perspectives on mental health first aid - a program of the Mental Health Commission of Canada, a 'made-in-BC' strategy to stop HIV/AIDS,  and  the legal and political landscape of Aboriginal health. View agenda and registration information here.