After many years since the project’s initiation, a new health care facility in downtown Kenora may soon become reality. The team at Waasegiizhig Nanaandawe’iyewigamig (WNHAC) is excited to see this project come to life, bringing with it opportunities and benefits for clients, staff and the entire community. “This project has been a labour of love, with many […]
The theme for this conference of Ganawenim Abinooji Oji’chaagwa (Nurturing the Child’s Spirit) was inspired by the hurt the country has been experiencing in recent years. When thinking about mental health and trauma, the early years are not always considered and issues are addressed when youth are acting out or withdrawn. Creating emphasis on the […]
Boozhoo! Massibkwe ndzhinikaaz, makwa ndoodem, Naotkamegwanning ndoonji. Greetings, my name is Alexa Lesperance. I’m an Anishinaabe bear clan kwe/woman originating from Whitefish Bay First Nation in Treaty #3 Northwestern Ontario and Rocky Bay First Nation located in the Robinson-Superior Treaty area. I did my medical school training at NOSM in Thunder Bay, and my residency […]
Our Emotional Wellness Therapists have a brand new counseling space, opening on January 3rd for all appointments! For those who have booked appointments at our Central Service Location, we will now be located at 100 Park Street. When attending an appointment, use our Emotional Wellness Buzzer and you will be walked into the new space! […]
CLINICAL SERVICES Clinical Services has been operating as normal for the month of October. Planning is taking place for our Flu Clinics and Vaccination Clinics at our Central Service Location, community clinics, and pop-up urban locations. HEALING SERVICES Waashkootsi Nanaandawe’iyewigamig’s Mitiigomish Program began its last cycle of 2022 with 8 participants. Ceremony continues to lead […]
CLINICAL SERVICES Clinical staff have been providing care as normal this summer! In addition, we have been attending community events throughout the month of August, both to promote services and as helpers. Sundance in ANA Aug 9-14 ANA Youth Gathering “Reigniting the spirit of the Youth” Aug 15-19 AKRC Youth Cultural Camp in WON Aug […]
CLINICAL SERVICES Although staffing shortages are very prevalent, services have been in full swing in all communities, including weekly visits to Angel Inlet and Windigo Island. Throughout this summer, we have been providing First Aid and CPR to staff, and community members, as well as for the Treaty #3 Police’s Youth in Policing Initiative (YIPI). […]
CLINICAL SERVICES We have actively been participating in the All Nation Health Partners’ Traditional Advisory Committee. This committee has been working to create a culturally safe environment and knowledgeable staff in hopes of diminishing barriers in health disparities. Currently, we are continuing to experience staff shortages, like many healthcare settings in Canada. Although WNHAC staff […]
Please note: If you’re a new client, you cannot book an online appointment yet. Please contact the clinic by phone at 1-888-MYWNHAC.