pihtikwê Episode 5: Dr. Chris Mushquash
Listen on Apple POdcasts Listen on Spotify Today on pihtikwê – Visits with First Nations Psychologists, our guest is Dr. Chris Mushquash. Our hosts Dr. Brenda Restoule and Dr. Alanaise Ferguson […]
pihtikwê Episode 4: Dr. Rod McCormick – Be Courageous. Be Strategic. Be More Resistant
Listen on Apple POdcasts Listen on Spotify We’re thrilled to have Dr. Rod McCormick as our guest on episode 4 of pihtikwê – Visits with First Nations Psychologists for a lively and […]
Announcing the Release of the What Justice Looks Like report
We are proud to announce the launch of our new report, What Justice Looks Like: Confronting Anti-Indigenous Racism and Building Safe and Comprehensive Mental Health & Addictions Systems for Indigenous […]
pihtikwê Episode 3: Dr. Carol Hopkins – Culturally Based Means We Start from Culture First
Dr. Carol Hopkins is our guest on episode three of pihtikwê – Visits with First Nations Psychologists. She is the Chief Executive Officer of the Thunderbird Partnership Foundation – a leading advocate for […]
Indigenous Peoples Day: A Call for Equity, Resilience, and Transformation in Recognition of Indigenous Contributions
As we celebrate another Indigenous Peoples Day, First Peoples Wellness Circle (FPWC) highlights and honours the vast contributions of Indigenous Peoples and communities to our world and everyday lives. Indigenous […]
Major investment in Youth Mental Health Services announced by the Canadian Government
First Peoples Wellness Circle (FPWC) is excited to share the announcement of a significant investment in youth mental health services. The Honourable Ya’ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions, […]
Advancing Equity to Strengthen the First Nations Mental Wellness Workforce
In December 2024, the Canadian federal government launched a consultation process aimed at gathering insights to shape the 2024 federal budget. Responding to this call, FPWC prepared a pre-budget submission […]
Job Posting: Knowledge Exchange Facilitator
First Peoples Wellness Circle (FPWC) is an Indigenous-led national not-for-profit dedicated to enhancing the lives of First Peoples in Canada by addressing healing, wellness, and mental wellness barriers. The organization’s […]
2024 National Wellness Gathering for Indian Residential School Survivors
Due to the capacity of the venue, registration and waitlist for registration are closed. We appreciate your interest in this very important gathering, and we recognize the complex and multilayered […]
Important Launch: 9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline
Today, Canada takes a step forward in mental wellness support with the launch of the 988 helpline – a 24/7/365 text/call line offering immediate, accessible help for suicide prevention and […]
