Education and training in Siksika 146, Alberta
Siksika Health Services - Indian Residential School (IRS) Program
Offered by St. Andrew's Anglican Church
In short
Like many First Nations across Canada, Siksika Nation was signicantly impacted by colonization, including policies, religion, institutions, legislation, intergenerational trauma, Indian Residential Schools, the 60s Scoop, and over-representation of children in care.
- Hours
- Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm
- Who it is for
- Siksika Nation members
- What it helps with
- Medical care, Learning and school, Skills for work, My culture and roots, Faith and spiritual practice
- Where
- 547 Highway 901, Siksika, AB T0J3W0
- How to reach
- (403) 734-5687 · Website
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About this service
Like many First Nations across Canada, Siksika Nation was signicantly impacted by colonization, including policies, religion, institutions, legislation, intergenerational trauma, Indian Residential Schools, the 60s Scoop, and over-representation of children in care. Health assistance may be accessed for: This history has resulted in widespread risk factors for compromised health and wellbeing. As part of Siksika Health Services comprehensive response, the IRS Program provides support to former IRS students and their family members. Activities include: Providing emotional and cultural support to former IRS students and family members, including assisting with 60s Scoop and Day School class action lawsuit Partnering with Siksika Nation to provide support during radar detection of unmarked graves near residential school sites on-reserve Traditional ceremonies Cultural sensitivity training for staff from Siksika Nation and surrounding communities Assisting other program areas with cultural sensitivity and culturally-based program development/implementation
Who can use it?
Siksika Nation members
When is it open?
Siksika Health Services - Indian Residential School (IRS) Program is open Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm.
How do I get in touch?
Call (403) 734-5687, or use the website.
Listed in Siksika 146, Alberta.
547 Highway 901, Siksika, AB T0J3W0
547 Highway 901, Siksika, AB T0J3W0Siksika 146, Alberta
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