OTTAWA, ON – Get to know this year’s National Aboriginal Role Models with an evening of cultural sights and sounds June 20, 2009 at the Canadian Museum of Civilization. The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) will hold the inauguration for the 12 2009-2010 Role Models in the museum’s Grand Hall in Gatineau, Quebec.
Commemorating its twenty-fifth anniversary this year, the National Aboriginal Role Model Program celebrates the accomplishments of First Nations, Inuit and Métis youth aged 13 to 30. Role models are recognized for their innovation, achievement and leadership. Throughout the year, they will visit First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities to share their stories with other First Nations, Inuit and Métis youth.
NAHO CEO Dr. Paulette C. Tremblay will be available to answer questions after the ceremony in the Grand Hall.
Date: Saturday, June 20, 2009
Time: 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Location: Grand Hall at the Museum of Civilization, Gatineau, Quebec
Space is limited please contact NARMP for additional information.
For media inquiries, contact:
Colleen Patterson, Communications Officer
Tel: (613) 237-9462 ext. 559 / Toll Free: 1-877-602-4445 ext. 559
Cell: (613) 863-9001 / E-mail: cpatterson@naho.ca
The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) is an Aboriginal nonprofit organization that advances the health and well-being of First Nations, Inuit and Métis individuals, families and communities.
For more information on the National Aboriginal Role Model Program
Thursday, June 4, 2009
Thursday, May 14, 2009
Ottawa Live Screening of TV phone-in show about Inuit youth
Ottawa, ON - Last night the National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) showcased “Makkuktuuvunga, upimmavunga - I am young and I am proud,” the last installment of a three- part live, interactive television series about Inuit wellness issues.
Focusing on Inuit Youth, Coping Skills and Endurance, this episode aired in the Inuit language with English captions and featured a panel discussion with Inuit involved in community-based programs and initiatives.
Since APTN North is only available on Bell Expressvu Satellite, NAHO was very excited to host a live screening in the Penthouse of the Sheraton Ottawa Hotel to share information about Inuit health and wellness.
Prior to the broadcast there were welcoming remarks and special presentations from Dr. Paulette C. Tremblay, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the National Aboriginal Health Organization and special guests:
Kathleen Fischer, the Executive Director of the Government of Canada International Polar Year (IPY) Program.
Tasha Stefanis, the Director of Operations at Health Canada's Northern Region - responsible for the three territories.
Terry Lyall, 2006 National Aboriginal Role Model was Master of Ceremonies.
Photos: Left to Right - Terry Lyall, Kathleen Fischer, Tasha Stefanis, Dr. Paulette C. Tremblay.
Click to view Webcasts until June 11, 2009.
Monday, May 4, 2009
A TV phone-in series on Inuit wellness
"Qanuqtuurniq - Finding the Balance" will bring health information, stories about successful Inuit community health projects and interesting research to TV screens across the northern regions in May 2009.
The television series is an International Polar Year outreach project. It is being co-ordinated by the Inuit Tuttarvingat, the Inuit-specific centre of the National Aboriginal Health Organization. It involves a project team of health promotion experts, researchers, Inuit organizations, community members, and northern broadcasters, as well as several working groups that are helping to develop the content.
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View Inuktitut Promo
The television series is an International Polar Year outreach project. It is being co-ordinated by the Inuit Tuttarvingat, the Inuit-specific centre of the National Aboriginal Health Organization. It involves a project team of health promotion experts, researchers, Inuit organizations, community members, and northern broadcasters, as well as several working groups that are helping to develop the content.
Read Backgrounder
View English Promo
View Inuktitut Promo
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
A television series on Inuit wellness will feature Nunavik’s men’s group and midwifery program
OTTAWA — In Inuit Tuttarvingat’s live, phone-in television series on Inuit wellness this May, viewers will see stories of initiatives in Nunavik that are making a healthy difference in the lives of Inuit men, women and their families.
The television series, called Qanuqtuurniq – Finding the Balance, is being produced by Inuit Tuttarvingat of the National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO). The series is a communications and outreach project supported by the Government of Canada Program for International Polar Year.
Three live, phone-in shows about Inuit wellness will be broadcast on APTN North and streamed live on the Internet on May 11, 12 and 13, 2009.
Stories about Nunavik’s ―Qajaq Men’s Network and the ―Inuit Midwife Apprenticeship Program will be featured on two of the Qanuqtuurniq – Finding the Balance shows.
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The television series, called Qanuqtuurniq – Finding the Balance, is being produced by Inuit Tuttarvingat of the National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO). The series is a communications and outreach project supported by the Government of Canada Program for International Polar Year.
Three live, phone-in shows about Inuit wellness will be broadcast on APTN North and streamed live on the Internet on May 11, 12 and 13, 2009.
Stories about Nunavik’s ―Qajaq Men’s Network and the ―Inuit Midwife Apprenticeship Program will be featured on two of the Qanuqtuurniq – Finding the Balance shows.
Read More >>
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) announces Save the Dates for the NAHO 2009 National Conference
OTTAWA, ON - The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) is hosting a national conference in Ottawa, Ontario from November 24 to 26, 2009 at the Crowne Plaza and Marriott Hotels.
NAHO’s national conference will bring together front-line health workers, community members, First Nations, Inuit and Métis organizations, government departments, professional and para-professional associations, and academic institutions.
Delegates will explore recent innovations and existing or emerging trends in population health research as they relate to reducing disparities among First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities.
Please visit http://www.naho.ca/ for more information, including information about registration and call for abstracts.
Dates: Tuesday November 24 to Thursday November 26, 2009
Location: The Crowne Plaza and Marriott Hotels Ottawa, Ontario
The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) is an Aboriginal nonprofit organization that advances the health and well-being of First Nations, Inuit and Métis individuals, families and communities.
NAHO’s national conference will bring together front-line health workers, community members, First Nations, Inuit and Métis organizations, government departments, professional and para-professional associations, and academic institutions.
Delegates will explore recent innovations and existing or emerging trends in population health research as they relate to reducing disparities among First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities.
Please visit http://www.naho.ca/ for more information, including information about registration and call for abstracts.
Dates: Tuesday November 24 to Thursday November 26, 2009
Location: The Crowne Plaza and Marriott Hotels Ottawa, Ontario
The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) is an Aboriginal nonprofit organization that advances the health and well-being of First Nations, Inuit and Métis individuals, families and communities.
Thursday, April 16, 2009
International television series on Inuit wellness will feature videos about three Alaskan Native health projects
OTTAWA, Canada —Inuit Tuttarvingat’s live phone-in television series on Inuit wellness, to be broadcast in Alaska, Canada, Greenland and on the Internet this May, will air videos about three innovative programs that are making a difference in the lives of Alaskan Native youth, pregnant women, men, and families.
This international television series, Qanuqtuurniq – Finding the Balance, is being produced by Inuit Tuttarvingat of the National Aboriginal Health Organization in Canada. It is a communications and outreach project for International Polar Year.
"Inuit Tuttarvingat is using this interactive television project to raise awareness of Inuit youth and coping, Inuit men’s wellness and Inuit maternity care, and to share research on these topics," said Dianne Kinnon, director of Inuit Tuttarvingat.
Alaska’s ―Family Wellness Warriors Initiative, ―Community Health Practitioner Program and ―Project Life will be featured on the Qanuqtuurniq – Finding the Balance series, which airs on May 11, 12 and 13, 2009. Alaskans can tune in to the 360 North channel to watch the live programs.
Read More >>
This international television series, Qanuqtuurniq – Finding the Balance, is being produced by Inuit Tuttarvingat of the National Aboriginal Health Organization in Canada. It is a communications and outreach project for International Polar Year.
"Inuit Tuttarvingat is using this interactive television project to raise awareness of Inuit youth and coping, Inuit men’s wellness and Inuit maternity care, and to share research on these topics," said Dianne Kinnon, director of Inuit Tuttarvingat.
Alaska’s ―Family Wellness Warriors Initiative, ―Community Health Practitioner Program and ―Project Life will be featured on the Qanuqtuurniq – Finding the Balance series, which airs on May 11, 12 and 13, 2009. Alaskans can tune in to the 360 North channel to watch the live programs.
Read More >>
Friday, April 3, 2009
NAHO signs CA with Foundation for Educational Exchange between Canada and the United States of America
Ottawa, ON – Dr. Paulette C. Tremblay, CEO of the National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO), and Dr. Michael Hawes, CEO of the Foundation for Educational Exchange between Canada and the United States of America (the Canada-U.S. Fulbright Program), today signed a Collaborative Agreement formalizing a partnership between the two organizations.
NAHO and the Foundation for Educational Exchange are collaborating in order to have a positive impact on the health and well-being of First Nations, Inuit and Métis individuals, families and communities. They will do this by working in partnership on the NAHO national conference which will be held in Ottawa, Ontario, from November 24 to 26, 2009.
“Through the partnership with the Foundation for Educational Exchange, NAHO welcomes the opportunity to work collaboratively to bring together outstanding researchers and increase awareness of Indigenous health research for NAHO’s upcoming conference,” says Dr. Paulette C. Tremblay.
"We are very pleased to work with NAHO on this initiative. The Foundation for Educational Exchange, through programs such as the Canada-U.S. Fulbright Program, is committed to advancing research on the socio-economic challenges of Indigenous peoples," says Dr. Michael Hawes. "The conference on health will provide a unique opportunity for us to collaborate with students, scholars, practitioners, and policymakers on both sides of the border who are striving to find new solutions to existing problems."
Dr. Tremblay goes on to say, “NAHO hopes this partnership will provide great opportunities for First Nations, Inuit and Métis individuals seeking international opportunities for post secondary education, and to make networking connections with distinguished researchers.”
NAHO’s national conference will bring front-line health workers, communities members, Aboriginal organizations, government departments, professional, and para-professional associations, and academic institutions, together to explore recent innovations and existing or emerging trends in population health research as they relate to reducing disparities among First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities.
The National Aboriginal Health Organization is an Aboriginal-designed and -controlled body that works to influence and advance the health and well-being of Aboriginal Peoples through knowledge-based strategies.
For more information on the National Aboriginal Health Organization visit http://www.naho.ca/english/
For NAHO media inquiries, contact:
Colleen Patterson, Communications Officer
National Aboriginal Health Organization
Tel: (613) 237-9462 ext. 559
Toll Free: 1-877-602-4445 ext. 559
Cell: (613) 863-9001
E-mail: cpatterson@naho.ca
www.naho.ca
For Foundation for Educational Exchange media inquiries, contact:
Jennifer Regan, Senior Program Officer
Foundation for Educational Exchange between Canada and the United States of America
(& National Coordinator of the Network on North American Studies in Canada)
Tel:(613) 688-5517
E-mail: jregan@fulbright.ca
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