The BETTER program for preventing cancer and chronic diseases
Date: July 4, 2018
Learn more about the BETTER program for preventing cancer and chronic diseases through an interview with Dr. Eva Grunfeld, a video and a pamphlet
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Leading practices in First Nations, Inuit and/or Métis smoking cessation
Date: April 1, 2018
Review results about Canadian smoking cessation approaches developed by, with or for First Nations, Inuit and Métis populations, now with data from 2017 to 2018
Lessons learned from the CLASP initiative to support Indigenous health and wellness
Date: May 1, 2017
In this 2017 report, learn about the participation of Indigenous communities in seven CLASP projects (Coalitions Linking Action and Science for Prevention) for preventing cancer and chronic diseases
The lengthy patient journey in Inuit Nunangat
Date: October 1, 2014
Learn about the distances and times many Inuit need to travel to receive cancer care
Métis cancer control in Canada baseline report
Date: August 25, 2014
Review this 2014 report about the Métis cancer journey developed as a baseline for measuring future progress
Inuit cancer control in Canada baseline report
Date: June 1, 2014
Review this 2014 report about the Inuit cancer journey developed as a baseline to measure future progress
Practical advice about cancer care in rural communities
Date: February 10, 2014
In this video, Dr. Esther Tailfeathers gives practical advice about healthcare during the cancer journey for people in remote communities
Cancer control for First Nations, Inuit, and Métis in the North : Interview
Date: February 10, 2014
Read Dr. Corriveau’s interview about cancer control in the north and the cancer control strategy for the Northwest Territories
First Nations cancer control in Canada baseline report
Date: December 19, 2013
Review this report from 2013 about the First Nations cancer journey as a baseline to measure future progress
Cancer control in First Nations populations living off-reserve
Date: January 1, 2013
Learn about the cancer journey for First Nations peoples living off-reserve and relevant, international models and practices in this 2013 report
Cancer care and control in Inuit Nunangat
Date: August 1, 2012
Learn about the cancer journey for each of the Inuit Nunangat regions, and promising, culturally responsive resources and services
Foundations for action in First Nations cancer control
Date: April 1, 2012
This report examines pathways and leading models of cancer care in rural, remote and isolated First Nations communities
Patient identification systems for First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples: Environmental scan
Date: March 29, 2012
Review this 2012 report for practices about ethnocultural identification and gaps in identifying First Nations, Inuit, and Métis cancer patients
Patient identification systems with ethnocultural identifiers for First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples
Date: January 27, 2012
Review this 2012 inventory for noteworthy and emerging practices that include First Nations, Inuit, and Métis identifiers in health databases
First Nations, Inuit and Métis action plan on cancer control
Date: June 1, 2011
Review this report from 2011 about the First Nations cancer journey developed as a baseline to measure future progress
Caring for father with lung and brain cancer (Leslie and Sherrie’s story)
Date: March 1, 2011
In this video, a mother and daughter talk about caring for the father during his lung and brain cancer
Caring for a wife and daughter during cancer (Fred’s story)
Date: March 1, 2011
In this video, Fred talks about supporting both his wife and daughter during cancer
Caring for a sister with colorectal cancer (Jeff’s story)
Date: March 1, 2011
In this video, Jeff talks about supporting his sister, Jean, after her diagnosis of colorectal cancer
Relying on community support during diagnosis and treatment (Alan’s story)
Date: March 1, 2011
In this video, Alan talks about his diagnosis with lymphoma and rectal cancer, his treatment and the importance of community support
Choosing traditional medicines for breast cancer (Lillian’s story)
Date: March 1, 2011
In this video, Lillian talks about her diagnosis with breast cancer and why she chose traditional medicines instead of chemotherapy and radiation
The emotional impact of breast cancer (Beatrice’s story in Inuinnaqtun)
Date: March 1, 2011
In this video, Beatrice talks in Inuinnaqtun about the emotions she felt when diagnosed with breast cancer and gives advice about medical appointments.
The emotional impact of breast cancer (Beatrice’s story in English)
Date: March 1, 2011
In this video, Beatrice talks in English about the emotions she felt when she was diagnosed with breast cancer and gives advice about medical appointments
Being diagnosed with breast cancer during pregnancy (Carol’s story)
Date: March 1, 2011
In this video, Carol talks about dealing with her breast-cancer diagnosis and treatment while pregnant
Coping with metastasized breast cancer through traditional healing (Donna’s story)
Date: March 1, 2011
Donna had breast cancer that spread to her lungs. In this video, she talks about turning to traditional beliefs and ceremonies
Travelling long distances for breast-cancer treatment (Veronica’s story in Inuktitut)
Date: March 1, 2011
In this video, Veronica speaks in Inuktitut about travelling over 1000 miles for breast-cancer treatment and how cancer has changed her
Travelling long distances for breast-cancer treatment (Veronica’s story in English)
Date: March 1, 2011
In this video, Veronica speaks in English about travelling over 1000 miles for breast-cancer treatment and how cancer has changed her
Trying to find support during treatment for breast cancer (Tina’s story)
Date: March 1, 2011
In this video, Tina talks about trying to find support during her breast-cancer treatment and her reactions to her body’s changes
A family’s reaction to breast cancer (Gloria’s story)
Date: March 1, 2011
In this video, Gloria talks about treatment for her breast cancer and her mother’s reaction to both the diagnosis and treatment
Understanding a family history of breast cancer (Sandra’s story)
Date: March 1, 2011
In this video, Sandra talks about how breast cancer has affected her family
Talking about breast cancer with family and friends (Tracy’s story)
Date: March 1, 2011
In this video, Tracy talks about her breast-cancer diagnosis and telling her family and friends about it
Access to cancer screening for First Nations
Date: July 1, 2009
Learn about the issues around access to cancer screening for First Nations and ways to improve access in this 2009 report
Report from the national forum on First Nations, Inuit, and Métis cancer control
Date: June 30, 2009
In this foundational report from 2009, learn about the Partnership’s work in advancing cancer control with First Nations, Inuit, and Métis