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First Nations, Inuit & Métis Education History From a HHR Perspective
Documents & Presentations
Description
Discussion on the failure of western educational approaches resulting in the need to adapt a curriculum that supports the development of culturally relevant training and education programs.
Healthsharing, vol. 13, no. 2, Summer/Fall, 1992, pp. 11-15
Description
Talks about the Inuit philosophy of child birth and compares it to the southern obstetrical practices.
Journal on one pdf. Scroll down to page 11 to read article.
File contains an individual presentation by Mary Evik, resident of Pangnirtung, who provides historical background on health services in the community. Evik believes the old hospital that operated from the 1950s-1970s gave superior care to Pangnirtung and area residents, and feels the present nursing station is an inadequate band-aid solution to caring for residents.
File contains a presentation by Herb Manak. Manak discusses two concerns: health care in Labrador, and services for the disabled. Manak relates his own experiences with health care in Labrador, and suggests more accessibility for disabled people.
File contains a presentation by Rose Dufour, Department of Community Health, Laval University Hospital. Dufour delivers a presentation entitled "Intercultural Encounters: Health professionals and the Inuit clientèle." Dufour discusses different cultural perspectives on health and suggests some approaches to reconcile them in a community approach to health. Following her presentation the assembled Commissioners engage Dufour in a discussion on some of the issues raised.