Cancer Care Ontario
| Cancer Care Ontario | |
|---|---|
| Type | Government agency |
Cancer Care Ontario is a provincial health agency that signed an agreement with the Anishinabek Nation in 2013.[1]
In Anishinabek News
- April 2014: The agency established the Aboriginal Cancer Control Unit in 2000 following a study on cancer levels in First Nation, Inuit, and Métis populations. It launched the Aboriginal Cancer Strategy II in 2012 to formalize relationships with Indigenous leadership and improve local cancer plans. The organization funds Aboriginal Patient Navigators in several cities, including Thunder Bay, Sudbury, and Ottawa.[2]
- September 2014: The agency supported the development of the video Early Detection: The Path to a Good Life to encourage cancer prevention.[3]
- September 2015: The organization launched a new three-year plan in September 2015 to improve health equity for Indigenous people. It works with partners to reduce the burden of cancer and improve the performance of the cancer system in Ontario. The agency established a network of ten Aboriginal Navigators to support patients and families through the cancer system.[4]
- January 2020: Cancer Care Ontario collaborated on a report regarding the cumulative effects of pollution on the health of Aamjiwnaang First Nation residents. The agency prepared a Community Cancer Profile showing that cancer rates in Aamjiwnaang First Nation are consistent with the surrounding Erie St. Clair region.[5]
- January 2020: A representative from this agency provided an update to participants during the Mosaadan Mino Bmaadiziwin conference.[6]
- July 2021: Tony Jocko made various contributions to this organization during his career.[7]
- February 2023: Representatives from this agency delivered a presentation during the 8th Annual Health Conference in Sault Ste. Marie.[8]
- October 2024: The agency provided updates during the Nimaaji-toomin Maamwii health conference in October 2024.[9]
- January 2025: The Anishinabek Nation previously established a relationship protocol with this agency in 2013. The 2013 agreement was cited as having effectively enhanced the working relationship between the Anishinabek Nation and the Government of Ontario.[1]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 "Anishinabek Nation and Ontario Health sign Relationship Protocol to enhance health and wellness", Anishinabek News, 16 January 2025 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "Helping Native patients navigate cancer care system", Anishinabek News, 8 April 2014 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "AFN launches national Cancer-screening awareness video", Anishinabek News, 25 September 2014 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "Cancer Care Ontario renews Aboriginal strategy", Anishinabek News, 15 September 2015 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "New study in Aamjiwnaang finds residents may face higher health risks caused by toxic substance in air", Anishinabek News, 13 January 2020 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "Mosaadan Mino Bmaadiziwin conference successful for fifth year", Anishinabek News, 29 January 2020 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "Anishinabek Nation mourns the loss of respected colleague and friend", Anishinabek News, 5 July 2021 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "Anishinabek Nation health conference brings health professionals together once again", Anishinabek News, 1 February 2023 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "Anishinabek Nation Health Conference successful for a 10th year", Anishinabek News, 31 October 2024 (archived copy; original article).