Addressing mental health disparities, particularly among Indigenous Peoples, is essential for health equity and justice in Canada. For Métis, this means centring the voices, priorities, and solutions of Métis women and 2SLGBTQQIA+ people in mental health policy and service design. Mental health is foundational to the well-being of Métis families and communities. Yet, many face barriers to culturally safe, accessible care.
Through LFMO’s mental health project, we heard directly from over 400 people to guide the development of the MIYOWÁWIN Initiative—a community-led, culturally grounded response to Métis mental wellness.
Read the 2024 What We Heard – Community Report Summary here.
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