Huckleberries, Moose Trails and Healing
Culture humility and the cultural foundations
of mental wellness
A Sister's Struggle
A story of loss and systemic failure
Reprinted from the Involuntary Treatment: Tensions and choices issue of Visions Journal, 2025, 21 (2), pp. 25-26
What is Culturally Safe Indigenous Housing?
Reprinted from the Housing as a Human Right issue of Visions Journal, 2022, 17 (2), pp. 11-12
Don’t simply survive. Live!
Reprinted from the "Responding to Feelings" issue of Visions Journal, 2021, 16 (4), pp. 9-11
Ending Systemic Racism and Building a System of Justice
Reprinted from the "Systemic Racism" issue of Visions Journal, 2021, 16 (3), pp. 17-19
S-kee-ax
"He is going crazy"
Reprinted from the COVID-19 issue of Visions Journal, 16 (2), pp. 19-23
My story, I believe, is a reflection of what life is like for an Indigenous person growing up with the ongoing impacts of the colonization experience in Canada. My name is Saa Hiil Thut, aka Gerry Oldman. I am St'át'imc, from Shalalth, BC.
First Nations Virtual Doctor of the Day Program
The First Nations Health Authority’s First Nations Virtual Doctor of the Day Program helps all First Nations community members in BC connect with a doctor no matter where they live. Doctors either have lived experience or training in cultural safety and humility. Learn how to access this innovative program.
It Is Different in the North
Working in northern BC comes with challenges. Staffing shortages mean that one person has to fill many roles. Knowing everyone in town can lead to conflict when people need privacy. Racism and lack of culturally appropriate services leave many Indigenous people without the right supports. For Shamalla, a mental health and addictions clinician serving five First Nations communities, different is also a good thing. It means that she can meet people where they are), build stronger relationships, and feel the rhythm of the land.
Rigorous Evidence for Rural Health Care Planning
Remoteness is a significant barrier to mental health and substance use care for Indigenous communities. The First Nations Health Authority and Centre for Rural Health Research at the University of BC are working together to look at better approaches, such as culturally safe outpatient treatment services in remote communities and wraparound supports.
