Nishnawbe Aski Nation
100 Back Street, Unit 200 P7J 1L2 Thunder Bay, ON, Canada

Health Transformation would like to hear how you are staying healthy during COVID-19! See poster for all the details

We are wearing blue today in support of #NationalChildDay. Today and every day, our youth must feel free to celebrate who they are and empowered to reach their full potential! #SeenAndHeard #ChildrenHaveRights https://www.nationalchildday.ca/

Amber’s Fire Safety Campaign encourages families to teach children how to escape on their own in case of a fire. Practice different ways out. If you must escape through smoke, Get Low and Go under the smoke to your way out (your head should be at the height of electrical outlets). Close doors as you leave if not hot to touch (closed door may slow the spread of smoke, heat, and fire). #AmbersFireSafety

In case you missed Wally McKay's COVID-19 update on Wawatay Radio, listen here! https://nancovid19.ca/?p=3872

Restorative justice uses Indigenous law to restore relationships, initiate accountability, ensure restitution and bring peace back into the community. Check out how the University of Victoria is incorporating Indigenous law into traditions of the Canadian Justice System. #RJWeek https://www.youtube.com/watch

In case you missed Deputy Grand Chief Derek Fox' COVID-19 update on Wawatay Radio, listen here https://nancovid19.ca/?p=3878

Amber’s Fire Safety Campaign is reminding families to always supervise children when they are using a microwave oven. Use only microwave-safe food containers or dishes and never use aluminum foil or metal in a microwave oven. If you have a fire in the microwave, leave the door closed, turn the oven off and unplug it from the wall. If the fire does not go out, get outside and call your local emergency services. Think about fire before it starts! #AmbersFireSafety

NAN Hope is a confidential helpline providing 24/7 rapid access to crisis services, mental health & addictions support in NAN communities. If you are struggling & need help, please call 1-844-NAN-HOPE (4673) or visit https://buff.ly/3pQQQHg. NAN Hope is a resource for individuals, families & professionals. NAN Hope is a Crisis Line & Rapid Access Program that offers 3 services: 24/7 toll-free confidential crisis services by text, chat or phone Navigation: Wellness Navig...ators provide rapid access to ongoing mental health and addictions counselling for on or off the home community members), , existing regional services & Traditional Counsellors Rapid Access to clinical and mental health counselling Counselling is available in Ojibway, Oji-Cree and Cree 1-844-NAN-HOPE (626-4673) or visit https://buff.ly/33rFHTV First Nation Substance Use Centres in Ontario https://buff.ly/36ZYbvE Stay safe, keep well, and stay positive! See more

Calling all young people aged 16-29 for the Traditional Medicine Workshop! Register here: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx See poster for all the details!

Thunder Bay Police Report Increase in Overdoses Thunder Bay Police have alerted us that they have seen a spike in overdoses over the weekend, with some resulting in death. The use of an opioid commonly referred to as 'pink down' or 'pink dizzy' is suspected, but other substances may also be a cause. Signs of opioid toxicity include impaired breathing, loss of consciousness, inability to talk, blue fingernails or lips, or loud snoring or gurgling.... People who use drugs can reduce the risk of harm from fentanyl and other opioids by: Using drugs in the presence of others (supervised consumption service open daily 10am-6pm @ NorWest CHC Thunder Bay Site), or arranging for someone to check in on them. Avoiding using drugs at the same time if using in a group. Trying a small amount before using their usual amount. Calling 911 if someone develops signs of opioid toxicity. Carrying naloxone (available for free from the Health Unit at 621-7861 and most community pharmacies). If you have had an unexpected bad reaction to a street drug you can report it anonymously at https://buff.ly/3m2BcpO.

What does restorative justice mean to you? Help NAN Legal celebrate #RestorativeJusticeWeek by submitting your artwork!