Anishinaabeg and Dakota peoples will assume greater control of their health and wellness, as a result of an historic Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed on June 18, 2020 in an innovative virtual ceremony between Southern Chiefs’ Organization and the Government of Canada. The MOU signals the beginning of health transformation for First Nations in southern Manitoba, including equitable access and culturally-appropriate health care for Elders, youth, families, and communities that is central to wellness and the success of Anishinaabeg and Dakota peoples.
The path forward to improved health outcomes for First Nations must include high quality, culturally-safe health systems that are designed by and under the leadership of First Nations. The MOU formalizes both parties’ commitment to a working relationship that will help southern First Nations address gaps in the health care system, and also assist in bringing much needed health care services closer to First Nation communities.
To watch this historic moment, click below!
For more information on Health Transformation, please visit: scoinc.mb.ca/programs/health.
Find out more at http://scoinc.mb.ca/mmiwg/.
COVID-19 UPDATES:
As our Chiefs, health leaders, and community members work diligently to prepare our communities for COVID-19, we ask everyone to take precautions whenever possible to help reduce the spread of this coronavirus.
Did you know you can access financial benefits and support during the COVID-19 outbreak? All First Nations people have access to these financial benefits, regardless of where you live.
Find out more: http://scoinc.mb.ca/covid-19-financial-supports/
For more information on Canada’s COVID-19 Economic Response Plan, visit:
https://www.canada.ca/en/department-finance/economic-response-plan.html.
For more information specific to Covid-19 and Indigenous Communities, please visit:
https://www.sac-isc.gc.ca/eng/1581964230816/1581964277298.
If you are experiencing emotional distress and want to talk, contact the toll-free Hope for Wellness Help Line at 1-855-242-3310 or the online chat at hopeforwellness.ca open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Telephone and online counselling are available in English and on request, in Anishinaabe.
Kids Help Phone: https://kidshelpphone.ca/ offers professional counselling, information, referrals, and volunteer-led, text-based support for children and youth. Text CONNECT to 686868.
Manitoba Addictions Helpline: 1-855-662-6605.
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SCO is pleased to see the process of implementing First Nations’ jurisdiction of CFS (Bill C-92) in a meaningful way continues to move forward at the federal level.
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Read more: http://scoinc.mb.ca/support-for-change-c92
The Southern Chiefs' Organization is seeking Anishinaabe and Dakota translators to assist with various communications initiatives.
Deadline for submissions has been extended to Monday, July 13, 2020.
Visit http://scoinc.mb.ca/translators-eoi-2020/ for further information!
No new probable cases of #COVID19 were identified, leaving the total number of cases in MB at 325. As of today (July 7), 307 individuals have recovered.
For updates, financial help, mental health supports and frequently asked questions, visit http://scoinc.mb.ca.
New cases reported: 0
Active cases: 11
Recovered cases: 307
Reported deaths: 7
Total cases: 325
For accurate info and to access the #Covid19MB online screening tool, visit http://manitoba.ca/covid19. https://twitter.com/MBGovNews/status/1280562279151517702
Grand Chief @ogemaMakwa had a chance to catch up with #Dakota Plains First Nation Chief Orville Smoke with Councillors Arden and Donnie Smoke, and is honoured by the kindness and hospitality shown in this beautiful community. Wopida!
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Each day until October 4, 2020, #MMIWG Day in Manitoba, SCO will highlight one of the Calls for Justice to remind governments and institutions of their responsibilities. SCO invites all organizations and allies to do the same. Together, let's end this national tragedy. #cdnpoli
For over 20 years, Southern Chiefs' Organization has been front and centre in its work to advocate for southern First Nations in what is now called Manitoba. Read more at SCO in the Media.
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APTN News-Apr. 23, 2020
It's just not enough for Jerry Daniels, grand chief of Southern Chiefs' Organization. Daniels is calling for some sort of Indigenous police oversight board of that ...
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That’s tonight on Nation to Nation. pic.twitter.com/1KePWA24v8
— APTN News (@APTNNews) April 23, 2020
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