Interior Voices

Dearest gentle listeners! Did you miss us? Hosts Jade Chaboyer-Kondra and Nicole Taylor-Sterritt are back after a short pause followed by a soft re-launch with Part 1 of 2: Cultural Safety is for everyone where you heard how cultural safety and humility is for everybody.  In this episode we continue our conversation discussing how the role of allyship and being an ally is critical to advancing Indigenous health and wellnessm, cultural safety and humility.  Jared Basil is from yaqan nuʔkiy (Lower Kootenay Band) of the Ktunaxa Nation and wears many hats. He currently resides as Chair for the Board of Governors for the College of the Rockies, is an Entrepreneur/ CEO/ Business Owner for Native Pride Design, is a former an elected official of yaqan nuʔkiy, serving as Band Councilor from 2015 to 2021.  Learn more about  Ktunaxa Nation Ktunaxa Nation Social Investment Sector Practice Framework Indigenous-led mental health and addictions facility underway

Welcome Back listeners! Join Interior Voices Podcast hosts Jade Chaboyer-Kondra and Nicole Taylor-Sterritt in this Part 1 (of 2) can't miss episode with Ktunaxa Cultural Framework Educator, Jared Basil as they discuss the importance of culture, being grounded in identity, how cultural safety is for everyone and the work Ktunaxa Nation is doing.  Jared Basil is from yaqan nuʔkiy (Lower Kootenay Band) of the Ktunaxa Nation and wears many hats. He currently resides as Chair for the Board of Governors for the College of the Rockies, is an Entrepreneur/ CEO/ Business Owner for Native Pride Design, is a former an elected official of yaqan nuʔkiy serving as Band Councilor from 2015 to 2021.  Learn more: Ktunaxa Nation Ktunaxa Nation Social Investment Sector Practice Framework

In a can't-miss episode for fans of the podcast, hosts Jade Chaboyer-Kondra and Nicole Taylor-Sterritt challenge three of Interior Voices' self-proclaimed biggest fans to a trivia contest based on previous episodes from this season! Listen to Natalie Daniels, Indigenous cultural safety and practice lead, Darcy Doberstein, manager, strategy and accountability, Indigenous Partnerships, and Becca Britton, Métis health systems advocate, show off their podcast knowledge for a chance at the crown.  Relive the best of the season, with fun, laughter, and conversation about the important themes and learnings Interior Voices brought to life in 2023. Are you an avid listener? We encourage you to play along! As the fifth season draws to a close, we also acknowledge the work and legacy of two individuals who have been integral to Interior Voices throughout the years.  Beth Blew, one of the original co-founders of the podcast, edited Interior Voices for 4.5 seasons in addion to marketing the podcast. Her behind-the-scenes

On today's episode, hosts Nicole Taylor-Sterritt and Jade Chaboyer-Kondra sit down with Savanna Brown, Directon, Quality Standards & Initiatives, to learn how Interior Health has integrated traditional Indigenous food options into Interior Health facilities.  The legacy of colonization in Canada can be felt through the systemic inequities that remain, such as the loss of traditional foods for Indigenous peoples - food which is integral to Indigenous culture. Through the Traditional Food Initiative, Savanna's work has started with her own learning and unlearning journey including a Ministry of Health led piloted learning journey to introduce Indigenous foods into health care. In partnership with the Support Services leadership team, she looks forward to collaborating with Indigenous community members to understand their needs and help create a menu that embraces traditional recipes and their history.  Learn more:  Home on Native Land, an educational site recommended by Savanna

On today's episode, hosts Nicole Taylor-Sterritt and Jade Chaboyer-Kondra sit down with Becca Britton, Métis Health Systems Advocate (Interior Region) for MNBC’s Ministry of Health and Eva Habib, the Métis Health Equity Manager from Métis Nation British Columbia, or MNBC. In a compelling conversation, they discuss the history of the Métis, the importance of culturally safe and distinctive health care, and the working relationship between MNBC and Interior Health. This discussion was had in honour of Louis Riel Day, earlier this month. This episode is a must-listen for anyone working in health care who wants to learn about Métis culture, history, and how to work toward achieving better health outcomes for Métis people.  If you'd like to learn more about Louis Riel, check out these previous episodes of Interior Voices:  Season 4, Episode 8: an interview with Métis historian Brodie Douglas Season 3, Episode 8, Part 1: an interview with Debra Fisher, Director, Region 4 from Métis Nation BC Season 3, Episode 8

Interior Voices hosts Jade Chaboyer-Kondra, Jody Wagner, and Nicole Taylor-Sterritt recently sat down with Mary Jack, lead, strategy and accountability on the Aboriginal Partnerships team, to discuss National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. In a powerful and insightful discussion, they share how listeners can recognize the day, and learn the truth about impacts of colonization.  This podcast includes themes related to residential school experiences. If you or someone you know requires immediate support or assistance, call a crisis line (available 24 hours, 7 days per week): Indian Residential School Survivor Society Crisis Line: 1-866-925-4419 KUU-US (Indigenous) Crisis Line: 1-800-588-8717 Métis Crisis Line: 1-833-638-4722 Interior Crisis Line Network: 1-888-353-2273 We encourage you to continue to learn, and unlearn, to move forward on the path of reconciliation.  Explore opportunities and resources to learn more: Resources View the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (DRIPPA) Learn abou

The dangers posed by fires and floods are increasing each year. Earlier this summer, Interior Voices podcast hosts Nicole Taylor-Sterritt and Jody Wagner met with OKIB Chief Byron Louis and Kady Hunter, Climate Change & Health Lead with Interior Health. Their discussion focused on the crucial partnerships IH is developing with First Nations in response to the changing climate and its impact to our health and wellbeing. Learn more: IH Climate Change and Sustainability Roadmap   

On today’s episode hosts Jody Wagner and Jade Chadboyer-Kondra sit down with Moosehide Campaign co-founder Raven Lacerte and National Ambassador Dominic Paul. How to Participate: Order, wear, and share moose hide pins – Order pins Take part in Moose Hide Campaign Day on May 11, 2023 – Register Join the one-day fast  Recognition through the PSA learning Centre Organize your own COVID-safe event with your colleagues Wear your pin when meeting online Write a blog post or newsletter article Download signature blocks, meeting backgrounds etc Join us on April 12 for a Founders Webinar, 12pm – 1pm Learn more at moosehidecampaign.ca.

This week on the podcast, hosts Jade Chaboyer-Khondra and Nicole Taylor-Sterritt welcome Dr. Lisa Bourque Bearskin, Nikki Rose Hunter-Porter and Michelle Padley for a celebration of Indigenous Nurses Day. Additional information and activity links

This week on the podcast, our hosts Nicole Taylor-Sterritt and Jody Wagner talk with Indigenous Health Emergency Management Liaison Tamara Sommer.

On today’s episode hosts Jade Chadboyer-Kondra and Nicole Taylor-Sterritt welcome the Aboriginal Partnerships Leadership Team. Learn more Check out Aboriginal Partnerships on the IH Website and on the InsideNet IH Aboriginal Health and Wellness Strategy  Donna Robbins (Gabriel family) Jo-ann Q’um Q’um Xiiem Archibald

On today’s episode hosts Tracy Mooney and Jody Wagner discuss Peer Inclusion and Engagement within Mental Health and Substance Use planning and service deliver with guests Alison Kyte and Brock Thomas.  Learn more Stories@IH: Peers are being engaged to share their substance use expertise The Role of the Peer within a Clinical Team webinar provides background about the roots of Peer Support. It is delivered by Pat Deegan who is an international leader in Peer work. IH staff can check out the Peer Inclusion and Engagement Toolkit to learn more and to find out how to engage Peers in their work People with lived or living experience with substance use visit the Substance Use Peer Engagement & Inclusion webpage to learn more and to get involved. Lila Waston Peer Support Canada Mental Health Commission of Canada  Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous wisdom, scientific knowledge and the teachings of plants by Robin Wall Kimmerer- available to IH staff through IH Library Services Medicine Walk by Richard Wagamese

On today’s episode our hosts sit down with Dr. Martin Lavoie, Interim Chief Medical Health Officer for Interior Health. Dr. Lavoie shares his ongoing journey around the importance creating meaningful Territory Acknowledgements. Learn More:  FNHA Territory Acknowledgements booklet What Do Land Acknowledgements Really Mean?  Beyond Territorial Acknowledgements Interior Voices podcast Territory Acknowledgment Episode from Season 1 An Overview of Territory Acknowledgement FAQ and Policy Guide (InsideNet) A map of First Nation Territories in the Interior Health service area (InsideNet) Assistance with pronunciation (InsideNet)

On today’s episode hosts Tracy Mooney and Jody Wagner sit down with Métis historian Brodie Douglas for a discussion of Louis Riel, Métis history and more. Mentioned in this Episode The Northwest is Our Mother by Jean Tyee From the Ashes by Jessie Thistle Halfbreed by Maria Campbell Harry Daniels Additional Louis Riel Day Resources ​Download the Louis Riel Day Toolkit (InsideNet) Visit the Métis Nation BC (MNBC) website Read Kaa-wiichitoyaahk: We Take Care of Each Other (available through IH Library Services) Learn the Michif language Download and display the Louis Riel poster at your worksite (InsideNet) Participate in November's Allyship Builders (InsideNet)

Kukpi7 (Chief) Willie Sellars recently sat down with podcast hosts Tracy Mooney and Jade Chaboyer-Kondra to discuss Orange Shirt Day and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Serving as Williams Lake First Nation (WLFN) Chief since 2018, Chief Sellars also sits on Interior Health's Board of Directors. Learn more Chief Sellars biography Williams Lake First Nation St. Joseph’s Mission Investigation Orange Shirt Society National Day for Truth and Reconciliation How will you commit to truth and reconciliation? Register for the free HRx Truth and Reconciliation Webinar Sept. 26 ‘Embracing Truth for Meaningful Reconciliation’ Check out the Orange Shirt Day Toolkit on the InsideNet Familiarize yourself with the Residential School sites in the Interior Region Read the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC)’s Calls to Action Additional Orange Shirt Day resources and events Watch Phyllis Webstad - On Orange Shirt Day Register for the Yellowhead Institute's Calls to Action Accountability: A 2021 Status

This week on Interior Voices, host Tracy Mooney introduces three new co-hosts who will be joining the podcast: Jody Wagner, Jade Chaboyer-Kondra and Nicole Taylor Sterritt. Learn more Bill C31 Social Determinants of Health Canada Health Act ACT Model IH Aboriginal Health and Wellness Strategy 2022-2026 IH Aboriginal Mental Wellness Plan IH Aboriginal Human Resources Plan (InsideNet) IH June 2022 In Plain Sight Response In Plain Sight Summary Report Previously on the Podcast Season 1 Episode 6: Meet the Cultural Safety Team Season 2 Episode 8: Mental Wellness During COVID-19 Season 4 Episode 5: Aboriginal Health and Wellness Strategy

This week, CEO Susan Brown and IH Board Chair Doug Cochrane join the podcast to discuss Aboriginal Health and Wellness Strategy. Learn more • IH Board of Directors • IH Senior Executive Team • IH Aboriginal Partnerships • IH Aboriginal Health and Wellness Strategy (AHWS) 2022-2026 • IH Aboriginal Mental Wellness Plan • IH Aboriginal Human Resources Plan (InsideNet) • IH June 2022 In Plain Sight Response • In Plain Sight Summary Report • 24 Recommendations – In Plain Sight • Dismantling the Doctrine of Discovery Previously on the Podcast: • Aboriginal Patient Care and Quality Consultants • Pandemic Partnerships • Aboriginal Cultural Safety and Humility Policy Development • IH Board Chair Dr. Doug Cochrane

This week, we celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day and the fiftieth episode of the podcast with some very special guests. Learn more Check out the Indigenous Peoples Day Toolkit on the InsideNet Download the Allyship Builders workbook and start your year-long journey Participate in local celebrations listed on FNHA Events page and Métis Nation BC Facebook page Browse Aboriginal Health & Wellness resources available through IH Library Services Listen to previous interviews with Diane and Allan Season 1 Episode 19: IH Board Member Diane Jules Season 1 Episode 20: IH Board Member Allan Louis Learn more about the IH Board of Directors, the Senior Executive Team and Aboriginal Partnerships

Interior Voices podcast host Tracy Mooney recently spoke with Sheila Lewis, Provincial Women's Manager for Métis Nation BC about the National Day of Awareness and Action, the Inquiry and Report, and provide resources for those who want to learn more. Learn more:  Reclaiming Power and Place: The Final Report of the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls A Path Forward: Priorities and Early Strategies for B.C. June 2021 Status Update National Family and Survivors Circle Fact Sheet Missing and Murdered Aboriginal Women and Girls Thanks for Listening Report (Metis) Metis response to violence against women, the Sashing Our Warriors campaign HIghway of Tears: Preventing Violence Against Women Carrier Sekani Family Services General list of Indigenous focused films from NFB Kanehsatake 270 years of resistance Doctrine of Discovery documentary (Part of the Anglican Church Call to Action response) TRC Reading Circles - Takes about 5 - 6 months to implement this process #ReadTheTRCRepo

This week on the the podcast, host Tracy Mooney talks with Shari McKeown, Lucie Poisson and Natalie Daniels about Interior Health’s new Aboriginal Patient Care and Quality Consultant positions that provide culturally safe recourse for patient and client concerns.. Learn more: In Plain Sight Report and Recommendations Interior Health Patient Care Quality Office (contact us to share your feedback) Download our Patient Care Quality Office brochure for printing and sharing with others