Indigenous Health Network
The Hamilton Niagara Haldimand Brant (HNHB) Indigenous Health Network (IHN) is made up of Indigenous health and social service providers across Hamilton, Niagara, Haldimand, Norfolk, Brant, Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation, and Six Nations of the Grand River. Together with Ontario Health, the IHN seeks to address the health needs and issues of local Indigenous communities. We invite you to join us in our mission to build networks and connections that advance the health and well-being of Indigenous peoples and communities around the world.
Indigenous Allyship
Toolkit
A guide to honouring culture, authentic collaboration and addressing discrimination
The Indigenous Allyship Toolkit has been prepared by the Hamilton Niagara Haldimand Brant Indigenous Health Network in partnership with the Hamilton Niagara Haldimand Brant Local Health Integration Network (HNHB LHIN) to support health care providers in addressing inequities.
How to Become an
Indigenous Ally
The Two Row Wampum Treaty, also known as Guswenta or Kaswentha
As Indigenous communities grieve the losses of all those innocent and helpless children and babies who did not make it home, we take this time to mourn our losses and pray for peace for our babies, our families and our Nations. We know this is just the beginning and more children will be found as more grounds of residential schools are examined.
Ne’iikaaniganaa
Toolkit
Guidance for Creating Safer Environments for Indigenous Peoples
This toolkit is designed specifically to support and guide mainstream organizations on their journeys towards creating safer environments for Indigenous People. Gathering knowledge through our own journey is ongoing and we will continue to update this guidance as we learn new lessons.
Latest Updates:
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Community Engagement Event Summary Report – Traditional Medicine and the Western World – March 2023
A report based on a community engagement event hosted virtually. Read more…
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IHN Strategic Plan 2023/24 – 2025/26
The IHN has released their new strategic plan for 2023/24 – 2025/26. In this plan there are three areas of focus. Read more…
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New IHN Feedback and Suggestions Online Form v2023
New IHN Feedback and Suggestions Online Form v2023 Read more…
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New IHN Logo and/or Endorsement Request Online Form v2021
New IHN Logo and/or Endorsement Request Online Form v2021 Read more…
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How to Become an Indigenous Ally
The Two Row Wampum Treaty, also known as Guswenta or Kaswenthamay best be understood as a Haudenosaunee term embodying the ongoing negotiation of their relationship to European colonizers and their descendants; the underlying concept of kaswentha emphasizes the distinct identity of the two peoples and a mutual engagement to coexist in peace without interference in… Read more…
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Community Engagement Event Report – Improving Health Care for Indigenous Peoples Living in Niagara and Brantford – September 2017
The purpose of thesegatheringswas to create a safe space for community members and healthcare providers tolearn, share, and discuss together the opportunities for health system partners to contribute towards improving healthcare experiences and outcomes of Indigenous Peoples living in Brantford and Niagara respectively. Thesegatheringswere alsoan opportunity for the HNHB IHNto highlight key achievements from 2015-2016… Read more…
Latest News:
Community Engagement Event Summary Report – Traditional Medicine and the Western World – March 2023
A report based on a community engagement event hosted virtually.
IHN Strategic Plan 2023/24 – 2025/26
The IHN has released their new strategic plan for 2023/24 – 2025/26. In this plan there are three areas of focus.
New IHN Feedback and Suggestions Online Form v2023
New IHN Feedback and Suggestions Online Form v2023
New IHN Logo and/or Endorsement Request Online Form v2021
New IHN Logo and/or Endorsement Request Online Form v2021
How to Become an Indigenous Ally
The Two Row Wampum Treaty, also known as Guswenta or Kaswenthamay best be understood as a Haudenosaunee term embodying the ongoing negotiation of their relationship to European colonizers and their descendants; the underlying concept of kaswentha emphasizes the distinct identity of the two peoples and a mutual engagement to coexist in peace without interference in…
Community Engagement Event Report – Improving Health Care for Indigenous Peoples Living in Niagara and Brantford – September 2017
The purpose of thesegatheringswas to create a safe space for community members and healthcare providers tolearn, share, and discuss together the opportunities for health system partners to contribute towards improving healthcare experiences and outcomes of Indigenous Peoples living in Brantford and Niagara respectively. Thesegatheringswere alsoan opportunity for the HNHB IHNto highlight key achievements from 2015-2016…