Roots to Wellness Research Collaboratory

08/17/2026

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Ogíyes’a – One Who Helps / Helper (Nakoda Language) Webinar Series

Join us for the next event in our Community Connections Series, an initiative of the Saskatchewan and National Indigenous Women’s HIV & STBBI Wellness Hubs.

🔥 What We Bring to the Fire: Holding Space for the Water
📅 Monday, August 24, 2026
🕛 12:00–1:00 PM CST
📌 Registration is required: https://uregina-ca.zoom.us/meeting/register/d7bktYDVSWyVCKM0QoNabg

Presenter: Jenelle McArthur, Community Connections Facilitator

What if community is like a fire that we all have a responsibility to tend? This lived experience presentation explores the campfire as a metaphor for connection, belonging, nourishment, and shared learning. Each person arrives carrying their own stories, strengths, emotions, and experiences- their own water. Together, we learn that everyone has something to bring, everyone has something to share, and every person has a place around the fire.

Who should attend?
• Healthcare providers
• Community supporters
• Healthcare advocates
• Community members

Learn more about the Saskatchewan and National Indigenous Women’s HIV & STBBI Wellness Hubs: https://research.uregina.ca/roots-to-wellness/research-projects/hiv-stbbi/

07/28/2026

Today is World Hepatitis Day. 💚

Someone you love could be living with Hepatitis and not even know, because it can affect anyone and often has no symptoms.

Hepatitis C can often be cured; Hepatitis B can be prevented with vaccination.

Knowledge is Medicine. Know the facts. End stigma. Get tested.

07/24/2026

July 24 – International Self-Care Day 🌿

Self-care is more than taking a break. It is about nurturing our physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being while staying connected to our culture, community, and the land. It is an ongoing practice that may look different for everyone and is woven into our everyday lives.

This International Self-Care Day, the Roots to Wellness Research Collaboratory invites you to explore our Indigenous Self-Care Bingo. Inspired by Indigenous ways of knowing, these activities encourage meaningful moments of reflection, connection, movement, creativity, and community.

Whether you're spending time outdoors, connecting with an Elder, listening to traditional music, creating art, participating in ceremony, or caring for the land, every small act of self-care contributes to a healthier, more vibrant life.

Together, these everyday practices create a path toward personal and collective well-being.

Take a moment to explore the bingo card and reflect on the self-care practices that are already part of your journey—or perhaps discover a few new ones. Share your card and inspire others to embrace self-care as an ongoing practice.

07/16/2026

There's still time to register!

🔥 Join Our Upcoming Webinar! 🔥

Ogíyes’a – One Who Helps / Helper (Nakoda Language) Webinar Series

Join us for the second event in our Community Connections Series, an initiative of the Saskatchewan and National Indigenous Women’s HIV & STBBI Wellness Hubs.

🔥 The Power of Community
📅 Monday, July 20, 2026
🕛 12:00–1:00 PM CST
📌 Registration is required: https://uregina-ca.zoom.us/meeting/register/1tOtLj2qR_qfZfwUnyHsaA

What does the campfire represent? More than warmth, it is a place where people gather, share stories, build relationships, and strengthen community. Join Community Connections Facilitator Jenelle McArthur as she shares lived experiences of transforming isolation into connection and explores how we can intentionally co-create thriving, supportive communities.

Who should attend?
• Healthcare providers
• Community supporters
• Healthcare advocates
• Community members

Learn more about the Saskatchewan and National Indigenous Women’s HIV & STBBI Wellness Hubs: https://research.uregina.ca/roots-to-wellness/research-projects/hiv-stbbi

07/16/2026

🌿 What a meaningful afternoon of connection and learning!

Roots to Wellness Research Collaboratory was honoured to welcome a group of visiting university students from Yucatán, Mexico, participating in the STEM English Language Enhancement & Cultural Program 2026.

Together, we shared stories, perspectives, and culture through a hands-on beading activity designed by Jayda and facilitated by Kiana, with support from Hunter, a youth from our Indigenous Regalia-Making and Pow Wow Dance Club. There was laughter, conversation, reciprocal learning, and new friendships.

We also engaged in thoughtful discussions about cybersecurity, AI, Indigenous data sovereignty, and the ethical governance of data—timely conversations that resonate deeply with our commitment to advancing Indigenous health, wellness, and self-determination.

Thank you to the University of Regina International Study Abroad & Global Mobility Office for making this wonderful cultural exchange possible. We are grateful for the opportunity to learn with and from one another. 💛

UR International Study Abroad & Global Mobility

07/02/2026

🍁 Canada Day: A Time to Reflect and Learn 🍁

Canada Day means different things to different people.

For many First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples, July 1 is a time to remember the harm caused by colonization, the loss of their lands, broken promises, and the residential school system. These events have affected Indigenous families and communities for many generations.

At Roots to Wellness Research Collaboratory, we believe everyone has the right to be healthy and well. We know that many Indigenous communities still face unfair barriers to healthcare, education, housing, and other important supports.

Reconciliation means more than saying sorry. It means learning, listening, and acting. We are committed to working with Indigenous communities in respectful ways and supporting Indigenous knowledge, leadership, and community-led research.

This Canada Day, we encourage everyone to:
- Learn about the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's 94 Calls to Action.
- Take time to learn about the history of Indigenous Peoples in Canada.
- Support Indigenous-owned businesses and community organizations.
- Listen to Indigenous voices and help build a fairer future for everyone.

Healing begins with learning, respect, and working together.

06/29/2026

🔥 Join Our Upcoming Webinar! 🔥

Ogíyes’a – One Who Helps / Helper (Nakoda Language) Webinar Series

Join us for the second event in our Community Connections Series, an initiative of the Saskatchewan and National Indigenous Women’s HIV & STBBI Wellness Hubs.

🔥 The Power of Community
📅 July 30, 2026
🕛 12:00–1:00 PM CST

📌 Registration is required: https://uregina-ca.zoom.us/meeting/register/1tOtLj2qR_qfZfwUnyHsaA

What does the campfire represent? More than warmth, it is a place where people gather, share stories, build relationships, and strengthen community.

Join Community Connections Facilitator Jenelle McArthur as she shares lived experiences of transforming isolation into connection and explores how we can intentionally co-create thriving, supportive communities.

Who should attend?
• Healthcare providers
• Community supporters
• Healthcare advocates
• Community members

Learn more about the Saskatchewan and National Indigenous Women’s HIV & STBBI Wellness Hubs: https://research.uregina.ca/roots-to-wellness/research-projects/hiv-stbbi/

06/24/2026

There's still time to register!

This is going to be a fantastic first webinar in this series with Jenelle McArthur on Monday, June 29th at noon CST.

Register at: https://uregina-ca.zoom.us/meeting/register/n4rHDG8IR624ERqifQQR2Q

🌿 Ogíyes’a – One Who Helps / Helper (Nakoda Language) Webinar Series

Join us for the first event in this community connections series, an initiative of the Saskatchewan and National Indigenous Women’s HIV & STBBI Wellness Hubs.

🔥Self-Location: (Re)igniting the Fire Within. 🔥
📆 June 29, 2026 @ 12-1 PM CST

Facilitated by Jenelle McArthur, Community Connections Facilitator, this webinar invites participants to explore what it means to journey from the head to the heart. Together, we will become curious about what motivates us to pursue our purposeful existence and reflect on the experiences that brought us to the helping work we devote ourselves to.

✨ Let’s connect to an inspirational essence.
✨ Let’s gather with the intention of fanning the flames of our heart centres.

Self-Location Questions:
• Who are you in relation to Oyate (oh-YA-tay, meaning Community)?
• How does this inform your vision as a helper?

Who Should Attend?
• Healthcare providers
• Community supporters
• Healthcare advocates
• Community members

📌 Registration is required: https://uregina-ca.zoom.us/meeting/register/n4rHDG8IR624ERqifQQR2Q

For more information on the Saskatchewan and National Indigenous Women’s HIV & STBBI Wellness Hubs, visit https://research.uregina.ca/roots-to-wellness/research-projects/hiv-stbbi/.

06/24/2026

🌿 Honouring Indigenous Knowledge, Resilience, and Cultural Continuity 🌿

As we recognize National Indigenous History Month, we celebrate the rich cultures, histories, traditions, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples across Canada.

One powerful symbol of Indigenous identity and resilience is the Ribbon Skirt. More than a garment, a ribbon skirt is a living expression of culture, strength, belonging, and spiritual connection. Worn by Indigenous women, girls, and Two-Spirit people, ribbon skirts carry stories of family, community, ceremony, and resistance. Each ribbon, colour, and design reflects unique teachings, personal journeys, and connections to the land and ancestors.

National Ribbon Skirt Day, observed annually on January 4, recognizes the cultural significance of ribbon skirts and their role in advancing reconciliation, respect, and Indigenous self-determination. Officially recognized through Canadian legislation in 2022, the day was inspired by the courage of a young Indigenous student whose experience highlighted the importance of cultural pride and belonging.

During their visit to Regina, SK in 2025, Kichwa guests from Ecuador, Yuri Guandinango and Ayme Tanguila, shared meaningful cultural offerings as symbols of respect, reciprocity, and connection. Their gifts reflected the deep traditions of their communities and the importance of strengthening Indigenous relationships across borders. Dr. JoLee Sasakamoose also presented ribbon skirts to them, creating a powerful moment of cultural exchange and shared learning.

These teachings remind us that Indigenous knowledge systems are living, evolving, and deeply rooted in relationships, community, and wellness. By honouring Indigenous traditions and creating spaces for cultural exchange, we contribute to a future grounded in respect, understanding, and collective healing.

✨ Together, we celebrate the strength of Indigenous Peoples, the wisdom carried through generations, and the importance of protecting and uplifting Indigenous cultures for future generations.