Winnipeg aboriginal group launches lakeside retreat centre

Sept. 11, 2007 - A Winnipeg aboriginal group is opening a new centre to help disadvantaged young people get away from the pressures of the street and relax in cottage country. Read More>>

Suicide prevention in spotlight across Nunavut

Sept. 10, 2007 - World Suicide Day was observed on Monday across Nunavut, which has one of the highest suicide rates in Canada. Read More>>

Inuit Groups Stage Parliament Hill Traditional Gathering To Recognize World Suicide Prevention Day

OTTAWA, Sept. 9, 2007 – To mark World Suicide Prevention Day, on September 10th 2007, Inuit organizations in Ottawa are staging a lunchtime traditional gathering on Parliament Hill beside the eternal flame to recognize World Suicide Prevention Day. Read More>>

One obese Winnipegger completes run across Prairies for diabetes research

WINNIPEG, Sept. 8, 2007 - Cole Choken used to be able to polish off four pizzas and a box of chicken in one evening. But after shedding 100 pounds and training for months, the 21-year-old completed a marathon across the prairies Saturday, raising money for diabetes research. Read More>>

Health call goes out

Sept. 7, 2007 -Northern Health is making an early call for the next round of applications for funding as its Aboriginal Health Initiatives Program (AHIP) enters its seventh year. Read More>>

Meno Ya Win Health Centre a step closer

Sept. 8, 2007 - Completion of the Meno Ya Win Health Centre in Sioux Lookout in 2010 will fulfill the “hopes and dreams” of quality health care services for area First Nations, Frank Beardy claims. Read More>>