Join us in building an Indigenous health research network in the Northwest Territories
The Institute for Circumpolar Health Research is building an Indigenous-led network of Indigenous communities, governments, and organizations, Indigenous and non-Indigenous researchers and students, educational institutions, and multi-sector not-for-profit organizations who are all dedicated to building Indigenous research capacity in the Northwest Territories. If you are interested in being part of the NEIHR, please fill out […]
Community of Practice in the Arctic: A Model for Patient Engagement in Greenland and the Northwest Territories
October 2019, ICHR co-presented with the Centre for Public Health in Greenland at Nunamed 2019 and the Arctic Circle 2019. Abstract and results follow below. Introduction: Health care in The Arctic faces considerable challenges in the delivery of services. Despite per capita expenditures that are among the highest in the world, health outcomes continue to […]
ICHR Canoe Trip
Teambuilding: The ICHR canoe trip happens every year to kick off the summer season! This year, we were off to Hidden Lake. This trip was an amazing opportunity for summer students and employees to get to know each other outside of the office setting. In the outdoors, every individuals’ contribution to the group is valued and […]
University of Alberta’s School of Public Health to get a northern touch
Dr. Kue Young from the University of Alberta School of Public Health visited Yellowknife for the announcement of the appointment of five adjunct professors and two Elders in Residence (Be’sha Blondin and Rassi Nashalik, and Adjunct Professors John B. Zoe, Sharon Firth, Francois Paulette, Jim Martin, and Denise MacDonald). This exciting addition to the School […]