The First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) is a committed wellness
partner for each and every First Nations person and community in British
Columbia. FNHA has a vision of wellness, doing so in a manner that
honours First Nations inherent teachings, values our diversity and
respects traditions and culture. FNHA wants the June 21 Day of Wellness
events to become an annual wellness movement for First Nations peoples
in BC.
This year there are over a 160 ways to celebrate
National Aboriginal Day through health and wellness events being held
on June 21st. Here are a sample of the activities:
Cultural Safety Workshops
Numerous Run/Walk Events
Health Workshops
Community Feasts
Canoe Races
Totem Raising
Health Fairs
Sweat Lodges
Wellness Gathering
Crafts Making
Hoop Dancing
Weaving Workshops
“Potlatch Jam”
Slahal Games
Storytelling with Elders
Traditional Medicine Gathering
Explore these events in the map
here!
Aboriginal Day of Wellness Media Kit - A How To Guide for Community and Partners:
