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Canada’s green energy efforts, Indigenous health at one Toronto hospital and a student who landed millions of dollars in scholarships.
“The fact that we’re doing this within a hospital demonstrates that we believe these systems can work alongside one another.”
Kawennanoron Cynthia (Cindy) White carries out the work of truth and reconciliation with a light heart and a trust in something beyond herself. White has been a ceremonial leader and traditional healer for over two decades, becoming Elder-in-Residence at Women’s College Hospital in May 2022.
Richardson said the website, called Maad'ookiing Mshkiki — Sharing Medicine, is an attempt to overcome vaccine hesitancy. Launched on Feb. 4, the website provides information about COVID-19 vaccinations for First Nations, Inuit and Métis people to help them make informed choices. She said the website information is of high quality, scientifically and culturally. "The creation of culturally relevant educational materials that allow Indigenous people to make informed choices about the vaccines is critical," she said. The website was developed by the Centre for Wise Practices in Indigenou...