Health Committee

To promote a setting where Nova Scotia Mi'kmaq, the Province of Nova Scotia and Government of Canada together discuss issues, develop solutions and recommend actions with respect to health for Nova Scotia Mi'kmaq.

The health committee works to address various issues in regards to health needs for Nova Scotia Mi'kmaq. Through researching the needs of Mi'kmaq, projects and partnerships are developed with First Nations communities and the government.

Compendium of Health Services - September 2003

2007-2008 Workplan Goals
1- To establish priorities for action with Mi'kmaq communities and individuals, based on the 56 issues and recommendations outlined in the Blueprint.
2- To increase stakeholders' capacity to take future action on issues and recommendations in the Nova Scotia Blueprint.
3- To increase awareness emerging issues, initiatives and resources available to address prescription drug abuse/misuse in Mi'kmaq communities and individuals.
4- To increase understanding of and options for removing barriers Mi'kmaq communities and individuals experience in accessing mental health.
5- To broaden the membership of the Health Committee.
6- To strengthen linkages with the District Health Authorities.
7- To strengthen linkages with other Tripartite Committees on the issues of shared responsibility and concern - particularly in relation to Children and Youth.