Population & Facts
What percentage of Canada’s population is Indigenous?
about 5%
What historical process disrupted Indigenous families and culture?
Colonization
What principle ensures First Nations children receive services without delay?
Jordan’s Principle
Is cost still a barrier to healthcare for Indigenous peoples?
Yes
What type of healthcare respects Indigenous culture?
Culturally safe healthcare
What are the 3 indigenous populations involved
First Nation, Inuit, Metis
What is the term for trauma passed down through generations?
Intergenerational trauma
What section of the Constitution protects Indigenous rights?
Section 35 of the Constitution Act (1982)
Name one extra cost Indigenous patients may have to pay.
Travel, medication, medical supplies, or accommodation
What is one way to improve access in remote communities?
Mobile clinics or virtual healthcare
How much higher are diabetes rates in many Indigenous communities compared to non-Indigenous Canadians?
About 3–5 times higher
What type of discrimination can cause mistrust in the healthcare system?
Systemic racism
What international declaration supports Indigenous control over healthcare?
United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP)
What basic needs are sometimes limited in Indigenous communities?
Clean water and healthy food
Who should lead many healthcare programs for better outcomes?
Indigenous communities
On average, how much shorter is life expectancy for Indigenous peoples?
About 5–10 years shorter
Why do remote locations make healthcare harder to access?
Long travel distances and fewer healthcare facilities
What commission created Calls to Action to improve Indigenous health?
Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada
How can cost barriers affect health outcomes?
People may delay or avoid treatment
What document includes recommendations to improve Indigenous health?
Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada Calls to Action
Why are health outcomes generally worse for Indigenous populations despite universal healthcare?
Due to factors like poverty, limited access, systemic racism, and historical impacts of colonization
Name two social determinants of health affecting Indigenous communities.
Poverty, housing, education, food access, clean water (any two)
What program provides mental health support for residential school survivors?
Indian Residential School Resolution Health Support Program
Explain how systemic racism impacts healthcare access.
It creates mistrust, discourages people from seeking care, and can lead to unequal treatment
What is one major challenge that may slow future progress?
Systemic racism, funding gaps, or unequal living conditions