Health Working Committee
Mandate and Purpose
The purpose of the Health Working Committee is to promote a setting where Nova Scotia Mi’kmaq, the Province of Nova Scotia and the Government of Canada discuss issues, develop solutions and recommend actions with respect to health for Nova Scotia Mi’kmaq.
The Health Committee works to address various issues regarding health needs for Nova Scotia Mi’kmaq. Through researching the needs of Mi’kmaq, projects and partnerships are developed by First Nations communities and government.
- Compendium of Health Services – September 2003
- Exploring Health Priorities in First Nation Communities in Nova Scotia
> Appendix A: Detailed Methodology
2018-2019 Workplan Goals:
- Goal One (1): Build Mi’kmaq-Nova Scotia-Canada relationships through communication and collaboration.
- Goal Two (2): Strengthen mental health and addictions services for Nova Scotia Mi’kmaq.
- Goal Three (3): Address the gaps in the provision of home care services to Nova Scotia Mi’kmaq.
- Goal Four (4): Progress the Calls to Action of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada.
- Goal Five (5): Continuously improve the governance of the Health Working Committee.
Health Working Committee Co-chairs:
- Darlene Anganis, Mi’kmaq Co-chair (Membertou, First Nation)
- Skylan Parker, Provincial Co-chair
- Fannie Bernard, Federal Co-chair
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Example Health Document
July 17, 2023
