SE First Nations Inuit and Metis Program, 90 Allstate Pkwy/Suite 800 (2026)

08/09/2026

What is a land acknowledgement, and how can it become more than just words?

Join us for the first webinar in our 'Walking Together' webinar series as we explore Indigenous relationships with the land and the important role that land acknowledgements can play in supporting understanding, respect, and reconciliation. Together, we'll reflect on how land connects people, culture, identity, language, and wellness, while considering how acknowledgements can move beyond statements and become meaningful acts rooted in relationship and responsibility.

This webinar is designed for healthcare professionals, organizations, community members, and anyone interested in deepening their understanding of Indigenous perspectives on land and place.

Register today! Scan the QR code or visit: https://fnim.sehc.com/events/walking-together-webinar-1-land-acknowledgements-connection-land-and-why-it-matters

02/09/2026

Registration is now open for three Indigenous-focused learning opportunities designed to strengthen knowledge, leadership, and culturally-safe practice in healthcare!

🌿 INDIGENOUS CULTURAL SAFETY AND HUMILITY IN CANADIAN HEALTHCARE COURSE:
Build your understanding of cultural safety, humility, unconscious bias, and trauma-informed care while exploring the historical impacts of colonization and the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action. This course supports participants in creating more inclusive, equitable, and culturally safe healthcare environments.

🌿INDIGENOUS PATIENT NAVIGATION PROGRAM:
Gain foundational knowledge of Indigenous Patient Navigator (IPN) competencies, cultural safety, advocacy, asset mapping, and Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB). This accredited program helps participants strengthen their ability to reduce barriers, support health equity, and improve outcomes for Indigenous patients and families.

🌿ADVANCING INDIGENOUS-LED NURSING LEADERSHIP IN HEALTHCARE PROGRAM:
Designed to support Indigenous leadership in healthcare, this program focuses on advancing leadership capacity, strengthening healthcare systems, and supporting positive change for Indigenous communities through Indigenous-informed approaches to healthcare leadership.

Whether you are a healthcare professional, leader, educator, or advocate, these programs offer practical knowledge and meaningful opportunities to advance culturally safer care for First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples.

Register today and continue your learning journey with us! Scan the QR codes or visit: https://fnim.sehc.com/programs-and-services

31/08/2026

Join us for a FREE three-part webinar series exploring meaningful pathways toward reconciliation through learning, allyship, and relationship-building. Designed for individuals, healthcare professionals, organizations, and community members, this series offers practical insights and reflective learning opportunities that can support respectful engagement with First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples and communities.

On Sept. 15th, the series begins with 'Land Acknowledgements, Connection to Land, and Why It Matters,' which explores the significance of land acknowledgements and the profound relationships Indigenous Peoples have with the land. Participants will examine how land connects people, culture, identity, language, and wellness, while considering how land acknowledgements can move beyond words and become meaningful acts rooted in relationship and action.

On Sept. 22nd, The second webinar, 'Allyship in Action: Walking Respectfully Together,' focuses on practical and respectful allyship grounded in listening, humility, reciprocity, and relationship-building. Participants will explore ways to contribute to reconciliation through everyday actions and a commitment to ongoing learning and respectful engagement.

The series concludes on Sept. 29th with the third webinar, 'Sustaining Reconciliation Through Relationships and Community,' which explores how individuals and organizations can foster long-term relationships that support reconciliation, trust, and collective wellbeing. Participants will reflect on actionable approaches to maintaining momentum and creating meaningful change through collaboration and community connection.

Together, these three webinars provide a foundation for understanding, reflection, and action, supporting participants in their ongoing reconciliation journey.

Registration is required. Scan the QR code or visit: https://fnim.sehc.com/events/walking-together-webinar-1-land-acknowledgements-connection-land-and-why-it-matters

27/08/2026

NOW OPEN FOR REGISTRATION: INDIGENOUS PATIENT NAVIGATION PROGRAM!

Start Date: September 29, 2026

The Indigenous Patient Navigation Program equips participants with foundational knowledge and skills needed to navigate and understand how Indigenous Patient Navigator (IPN) roles work within healthcare teams to reduce barriers and support health equity to improve outcomes for Indigenous patients and their families.

Through six sessions, the program guides participants through IPN competencies to strengthen skills that will be used to advocate for and support a culturally safe environment for Indigenous Peoples across Canada.

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES:

💫 IPN Competencies: Learn how the roles of Indigenous Patient Navigators (IPNs) work within healthcare teams to reduce barriers and support health equity to improve outcomes for Indigenous patients and their families.

💫 Cultural Safety: Enhance understanding of cultural safety, humility, respect and relevance when working in and with Indigenous communities, community members and families.

💫 Advocacy: Strengthen skills that will be used to advocate for and support a culturally safe environment.

💫 Asset Mapping: Learn to apply a strength-based approach to identify resources relevant to patient navigation within the community and outside the community.
💫 Non-Insured Health Benefits: Learn skills to navigate NIHB.

💫 Self-Care: Learn strategies to distinguish between under-involvement and over-involvement within the zone of helpfulness to meet client needs.

This program is made up of six weekly sessions, starting on September 29, 2026, and ending on November 3, 2026. Each session is two-hours long.

Learn more and register today! Scan the QR code in the image or visit https://fnim.sehc.com/indigenous-patient-navigation-program

27/08/2026

NOW OPEN FOR REGISTRATION: INDIGENOUS CULTURAL SAFETY AND HUMILITY IN CANADIAN HEALTHCARE COURSE!

Date: September 16, 2026

The Indigenous Cultural Safety and Humility in Canadian Healthcare course aims to equip healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills to provide culturally safe and trauma-informed care to Indigenous populations. It covers the importance of understanding bias, the impact of historical trauma, and strategies for implementing culturally safe practices in healthcare settings.

This course will support participant understanding and appreciation of cultural differences, fostering inclusivity and effective communication across cultural boundaries. Recognizing the importance of Indigenous perspectives, the curriculum integrates principles of Indigenous cultural safety and humility, emphasizing respect, reciprocity and relationship-building with Indigenous Peoples and communities.

By engaging with Indigenous knowledge and perspectives, participants will develop the necessary skills and attitudes to navigate intercultural interactions with sensitivity and respect, contributing to building more inclusive and equitable environments. This course explores the historical impacts of colonization on Indigenous peoples and acknowledges the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s (TRC) calls to action as a framework for learning and action.

Highly experienced facilitators with knowledge of Indigenous cultural safety and humility, trauma-informed care and strengths-based approaches instruct this program.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

Upon completion of this course, learners will have gained knowledge related to:

✨️ Historical Context: Enhance understanding of how historical events such as residential schools and the 60s scoop have impacted the lives of Indigenous Peoples throughout history and in today’s environments.

✨️ Cultural Safety and Humility: Enhance understanding of cultural safety, humility and respect when working in and with Indigenous communities, community members, and families.

✨️ Unconscious Bias: Reflection and understanding of conscious bias vs unconscious bias, and how they affect our interactions with each other.

✨️ Trauma-Informed Approach: Applying trauma-informed approaches to real life situations when interacting with Indigenous clients, patients and family members to ensure their well-being is considered on emotional, physical, mental and spiritual aspects.

This course is delivered in one session that is three-hours long.

Learn more and register today! Scan the QR code in the image or visit https://fnim.sehc.com/indigenous-cultural-safety-and-humility-canadian-healthcare-course

26/08/2026

NOW OPEN FOR REGISTRATION: ADVANCING INDIGENOUS-LED NURSING LEADERSHIP IN HEALTHCARE PROGRAM!

Start Date: September 14, 2026

The SE Health Advancing Indigenous-Led Nursing Healthcare Program is designed to equip and empower healthcare and nursing leaders with essential knowledge and actionable strategies for leading effectively within Indigenous communities. This program emphasizes growth and development techniques, recruitment and retention strategies and leadership approaches that promote cultural safety, accountability and continuous improvement.

In this program, participants will gain practical tools to foster positive relationships, enhance team dynamics and drive better outcomes within healthcare settings.

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES:

Upon completion of this program, learners will:

⭐️ Be equipped with practical strategies to build and sustain positive relationships with Indigenous individuals and communities

⭐️ Develop skills to create supportive work environments rooted in cultural safety and respect for Indigenous perspectives.

⭐️ Provide tools and techniques to recruit, engage, and retain Indigenous staff effectively.

This program is made up of three weekly sessions, starting on September 14, 2026, and ending on September 28, 2026. Each session is two-hours long.

Learn more and register today! Scan the QR code in the image or visit https://fnim.sehc.com/advancing-indigenous-led-nursing-leadership-healthcare-program

27/07/2026

Looking for flexible, accessible professional development opportunities?

Explore AtYourSide Colleague, our FREE virtual learning platform designed to support healthcare providers working with First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities! With 20+ free online courses, you can build your knowledge, strengthen your skills, and learn at your own pace, wherever you are.

Our courses and programs on AtYourSide Colleague are developed by Indigenous healthcare professionals and dedicated allies, in collaboration with community champions and organization to provide practical, evidence-informed learning that supports culturally-safe care. Educational topics include, but are not limited to, Indigenous health, cancer care, privacy and health information, cultural safety, computer literacy, infection prevention and control, and so much more.

AtYourSide Colleague is free to register and offers an environment where you can learn at your own pace. It is fully online, and offers certificates of completion for many courses.

Invest in your professional development today and join thousands of healthcare providers who are building knowledge and advancing culturally-safe care through AtYourSide Colleague!

24/07/2026

July 24th is International Self-Care Day!

Self-care is more than an occasional treat. It's an ongoing practice of caring for our physical, mental, social and spiritual wellbeing so that we can show up for ourselves, our families, our communities, and one another.

Today, we invite you to take a moment to check-in with yourself and explore self-care through one (or more) of these interconnected approaches:

🌿Physical Self-Care: Move your body through walking, stretching, or any other physical activity you enjoy. Prioritize your rest and sleep. Nourish yourself with food and hydration that helps you feel your best.

🌿Mental Self-Care: Take breaks throughout your day. Practice mindfulness, reflection or try journaling. Take some deep breaths. Set healthy boundaries and make space for activities that bring you joy.

🌿Social Self-Care: Connect with family, friends, Elders, colleagues or community members. Reach out to someone you haven't spoken to in a while. Go for a walk with a friend. Participate in community gatherings, cultural events, or shared activities. Share a meal with someone you love.

🌿Spiritual Self-Care: Spend time outside and connect with the land and nature. Engage in cultural practices, teachings, ceremony, or prayer if meaningful to you. Reflect on gratitude, purpose, and the relationships that sustain you.

Self-care looks different for everyone. The most important thing is finding practices that support your wellbeing and help you feel connected, balanced and grounded.

What's one way you'll practice self-care today?🌿

Learn more about the importance of self-care by visiting the International Self-Care Foundation's website: https://isfglobal.org/

22/07/2026

We are extremely proud to announce that the SE Health First Nations, Inuit and Métis Program's Indigenous Care Coordination and Case Management Program is now fully accredited by the Canadian Nurses Association (CNA-AIIC)!

The Indigenous Care Coordination and Case Management Program is a comprehensive program designed to equip participants with foundational skills for providing wholistic, integrated support to clients, families and communities. The program emphasizes a wholistic approach to care, ensuring that participants develop practical skills to address unique needs and improve service accessibility for Indigenous populations.

Here's what some learners had to say about the Indigenous Care Coordination and Case Management Program:

- "The instructors connected with everyone and made a safe environment for us."
- "Great coverage of the topics."
- "I appreciated the videos and sharing from others in similar roles."

Learn more about the program here: https://fnim.sehc.com/indigenous-education-programs-and-services/indigenous-care-coordination-program/

SE Health is proud of our long-standing, collaborative relationship with the CNA, and we are thankful to them for their continued partnership in this meaningful process.

By taking a CNA-accredited course through SE Health, learners can earn nationally recognized CPD hours that are widely accepted by employers and provincial and territorial regulatory bodies across Canada, and have confidence that the program meets rigorous national quality standards.⁠
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By choosing a CNA-accredited course through SE Health, learners benefit from:⁠
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⭐️ Nationally recognized CPD hours that support professional growth and lifelong learning;⁠
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⭐️ Education that has undergone a rigorous, independent quality review;⁠
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⭐️ Learning experiences designed to be culturally relevant, practical, and grounded in current evidence;⁠
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⭐️ Increased confidence that the program aligns with Canadian nursing practice standards.⁠

15/07/2026

We are thrilled to share a belated welcome to our newest Education Liaison on the First Nations, Inuit and Métis program team, Charlene Frechette!

Charlene, whose spirit name is Red Tail Hawk Woman, is a proud member of Opaskwayak Cree Nation in Treaty 5 Territory. She is a Registered Nurse with more than 30 years of experience working alongside First Nations communities, with a career dedicated to community health, public health, primary care, nursing education, and advancing culturally safe, Indigenous-informed care.

Charlene is passionate about building meaningful relationships, supporting Indigenous health and wellness, and empowering healthcare professionals through education and collaboration. She is happily married to her soulmate and is the proud mother of three grown sons. Her greatest joy is spending time with her energetic two-year-old grandson, who has completely stolen her heart.

Please join us in warmly welcoming Charlene to the team! 💜

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