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Christi Belcourt, Reverence for Life, 2013, acrylic on canvas, collection of the Wabano Centre for Aboriginal ºìÁì½í¹Ï±¨.

ºìÁì½í¹Ï±¨is on a learning journey guided by what we have learned, and continue to learn, from Indigenous Peoples, communities, governments and organizations. We are engaging First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples to support their health, wellness and data priorities, as defined by them. We acknowledge and understand that our work is grounded in cultural safety and humility, driven by relationships and partnerships, and built on respectful engagement. 

Principles that guide CIHI’s work with First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples

• Cultural humility and safety are foundational to meaningful and respectful engagement.
• A distinctions-based approach acknowledges the distinct histories, interests and priorities of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples.
• Indigenous-driven processes and partnerships are fundamental to the appropriate use of First Nations, Inuit and Métis health data.
• Data and information about health and wellness are critical tools for self-determination.
• The inherent and collective sovereign rights of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples to self-determination include ownership and governance of their data, irrespective of where it is housed, and control over their own health and health care priorities.