“We need to build on the extensive knowledge we have. I am really optimistic we are in an important time of change and transformation.”
— Grand Chief Ed John (Akile Ch'oh), Second NCCAH National Forum on the Social Determinants of Aboriginal Peoples’ Health, February 2009
Making a Difference



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WELCOME TO THE NCCAH

The National Collaborating Centre for Aboriginal Health, located at the University of Northern British Columbia in Prince George, B.C., supports First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples in realizing their public health goals and reducing the health inequities that currently exist for Aboriginal populations in Canada. Established in 2005, the centre uses a coordinated, holistic and comprehensive approach to the inclusion of Aboriginal peoples in the public health system, guided by a respect for Indigenous knowledge and for cultural, geographic and historical diversity.



HIGHLIGHTS & UPDATES
Leaving No Child Behind: National Spotlight on Aboriginal Child Health
Our joint 2009 report with UNICEF Canada brought national and international attention to the state of Aboriginal children's health in Canada. The report found Aboriginal children fare worse than national averages on almost all health status indicators and called the health gap a children's rights issue.
Knowledge Gaps: FASD
Responding to community concerns, the NCCAH explores what we know and don't know about fetal alcohol spectrum disorder among Aboriginal peoples in Canada. New insights can help prioritize future research and improve understanding of how to address FAS/FASD in Aboriginal communities.
Reclaiming Wholeness: Action for Change
A film inspired by our second forum with national Aboriginal organizations explores how sectors within and beyond health can work together in new ways to improve health outcomes for First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples in Canada.
Partners
Our partners make it possible for us to do what we do. Visit NCCPH to find out about more about the Collaborating Centres program, or view the full list of our supporting partners.
Resources
Read our Activities Report 2010: Sharing Knowledge - Making a Difference.


See our Resources page for reports and more.
Newsletter
Keep updated about our activities by reading our newsletter "Closing The Circle."

 

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Address
National Collaborating Centre for Aboriginal Health
3333 University Way Prince George, British Columbia
V2N 4Z9 Canada

Tel: 250.960.5250
Fax: 250.960.5644

Or you can visit our Contacts page for the complete list of staff and contact information