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Indigenous Engagement Strategy in Action

Urban Indigenous Engagement: Fall Harvest Feast 2024

Public Health launched its Indigenous Engagement Strategy, Finding our Path Together, in 2018 with the goal of strengthening relationships and collaboration with Indigenous communities. The strategy’s vision is for Public Health to work together towards healthy and vibrant Indigenous communities in their pursuit of self-determined health and well-being.

A key milestone in this journey was the inaugural Fall Harvest Feast, which was held on November 5, 2024. The event was designed to build relationships with urban Indigenous Peoples through shared food and dialogue. The event aligned with the strategy’s goals of informing our work through Indigenous community voices and information, as well as engaging in meaningful relationships to support Indigenous community well-being. Attended by community members, Nokomis Martina Osawamick, and Public Health staff, the gathering included a traditional teaching, discussions on Indigenous health priorities, and a meal of Indigenous tacos. The subsequent discussion reinforced the importance of Indigenous Engagement in public health.

Maamwesying Ontario Health Team collaborative partner agreement signing

On January 15, 2025, Public Health officially formalized a new collaborative partnership with the Maamwesying Ontario Health Team. This partnership is a significant step forward in our ongoing commitment to Indigenous engagement, a key part of our strategic priorities.

Developed in consultation with Indigenous communities, our Indigenous Engagement Strategy focuses on building meaningful relationships, advocating for better health, and supporting the well-being of Indigenous communities. This new collaboration strengthens Public Health’s role as an ally in Maamwesying’s efforts to create equitable, culturally safe, and sustainable health pathways. We are proud to work together towards improving health outcomes for Indigenous communities.

For more information, please see Maamwesying Ontario Health Team and Public Health Sudbury & Districts Sign Collaboration Agreement (Maamwesying Ontario Health Team).

This item was last modified on March 4, 2025