April 27, 2009

National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) announces: Save the Dates for the NAHO 2009 National Conference

The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) is hosting a national conference in Ottawa, Ontario from November 24-26, 2009 at the Crowne Plaza and Marriott Hotels.

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April 3, 2009

NAHO signs Collaborative Agreement with the Foundation for Educational Exchange

Dr. Paulette C. Tremblay, CEO of the National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO), and Dr. Michael Hawes, CEO of the Foundation for Educational Exchange between Canada and the United States of America (the Canada-U.S. Fulbright Program), today signed a Collaborative Agreement formalizing a partnership between the two organizations.

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February 19, 2009

NAHO finds release of Métis-specific information a step in the right direction

NAHO commends Statistics Canada on the release of its article on Métis health and well-being today.

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February 12, 2009

NAHO is Celebrating Birth

The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) is hosting a special event to celebrate the rebirth of First Nations, Inuit and Métis traditional approaches to child and maternal care. At this event NAHO will announce its acceptance to be the new home for the "Canadian and American Traditional Midwives Blanket" and launch a selection of NAHO's new midwifery, child and maternal health resources.
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January 9, 2009

NAHO seeking First Nations, Inuit and Métis role models for youth award

NAHO is once again searching for Canada's best and brightest First Nations, Inuit and Métis youth for nomination to the 2009-2010 National Aboriginal Role Model Program (NARMP).

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December 11, 2008

National Aboriginal Health Organization to sign a Collaborative Agreement with the Canadian Aboriginal AIDS Network

OTTAWA, ON - The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) is holding an
open house in celebration of its signing a collaborative agreement with the Canadian
Aboriginal AIDS Network (CAAN) December 12, from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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December 4, 2008

Keyano and NAHO MOU to benefit Aboriginal communities

On December 3, Keyano College and NAHO came together to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) in order to have a positive impact on the health and well-being of Aboriginal Peoples.
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November 28, 2008

NAHO to launch First Nations Children’s book at Canadian Aboriginal Festival

The First Nations Centre (FNC) of the National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) will launch Our Healthy Journey, a First Nations children's book at the Canadian Aboriginal Festival.

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October 31, 2008

National Aboriginal Health Organization congratulates new Health Minister

October 31, 2008 - Ottawa, ON - The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) recognizes the accomplishments of The Honourable Leona Aglukkaq, newly appointed federal Minister of Health. This historic appointment is the first time an Inuk has been appointed Cabinet Minister.
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October 30, 2008

National Aboriginal Role Model receives achievement award in culture

OTTAWA, ON - The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) is proud to congratulate National Aboriginal Role Model Channing Lavallée for being awarded the 2008 Manitoba Aboriginal Youth Achievement Award in the Cultural - Female category.
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October 28, 2008

NAHO to comment on Aboriginal Children's Survey 2006

OTTAWA, ON - Dr. Paulette Tremblay, CEO of the National Aboriginal Health Organization will be available to comment on the release of the Aboriginal Children's Survey data on Wednesday, October 29, 2008 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. EST

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October 20, 2008

National Aboriginal Role Models of NAHO claim silver and bronze at Cowichan 2008 North American Indigenous Games

Ottawa, ON - The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) is pleased to congratulate two National Aboriginal Role Models for their success at the 2008 North American Indigenous Games in Cowichan Valley, B.C. last August.
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September 3, 2008

New First Nations staff bolster research credentials at National Aboriginal Health Organization.

Ottawa, ON - Dr. Paulette C. Tremblay, Chief Executive Officer of the National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO), announced today that NAHO has successfully engaged three new researchers through the competitive process to fully complement it's First Nations Centre.
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August 15, 2008

National Aboriginal Health Organization signs Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Agreement with Metis Settlements General Council

Gift Lake Metis Settlement, AB - Dr. Paulette C. Tremblay, Chief Executive Officer of theNational Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO), today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Agreement with the Metis Settlements General Council (MSGC). The purpose of the MOU is to formalize organizational interests in areas of potential mutual collaboration.
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August 1, 2008

National Aboriginal Role Models of NAHO participate in Cowichan 2008 North American Indigenous Games

NAHO is pleased to announce 10 National Aboriginal Role Models will be supporting theCowichan 2008 North American Indigenous Games by emceeing events and presenting personal stories.
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June 27, 2008

Singing her way to Success: A National Aboriginal Role Model of NAHO wins $10,000 in Aboriginal Day Talent Contest

Ottawa, ON - The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) is pleased to celebrate the accomplishments of 27 year old Inez Jasper of Chilliwack, British Columbia. On the same day she was announced as one of this year’s 12 National Aboriginal Role Models, a program administered by NAHO, she also won a talent contest at the Summer Solstice Aboriginal Arts Festival.
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New senior staff add vitality and energy to NAHO

Dr. Paulette C. Tremblay, Chief Executive Officer of the National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO), announced today that NAHO has successfully engaged three new directors through the competitive process to fully compliment Senior Management Team
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June 20, 2008

2008 National Aboriginal Role Models Announced

OTTAWA, ON - The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) is proud to celebrate the announcement of 12 new national Aboriginal role models for 2008-2009. Her Excellency the Right Honourable Michaëlle Jean, Governor General of Canada will present the award to the 12 role models on June 21, 2008 at 10:30 a.m. at Rideau Hall in Ottawa, Ontario
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June 18, 2008

National Aboriginal Health Organization will announce 12 new National Aboriginal Role Models on June 21, 2008

OTTAWA, ON - The announcement of the 12 new 2008-2009 Aboriginal role models will take place on Saturday June 21, 2008 at 10:30 a.m. during an award ceremony with Her Excellency The Right Honourable Michaëlle Jean, Governor General of Canada at Rideau Hall in Ottawa, Ontario.
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April 10, 2008

Health Canada and NAHO Launch Innovative Aboriginal Youth Suicide Prevention Web Site

OTTAWA, ON - Today, the Honourable Tony Clement, Minister of Health, was joined by the Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development, and the National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) CEO Dr. Paulette Tremblay to unveil a new Web site to help combat suicide among Aboriginal youth. Called the Honouring Life Network, the site is targeted at both Aboriginal youth and suicide prevention workers in First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities.
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