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In partnership with the Government of Quebec, the Cree Board of Health and Social Services of James Bay provides health and social services to the 9 communities of the Cree Nation of Eeyou Istchee
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This summer, between June 23 and September 2, pharmacies will be on reduced personnel and a temporary schedule will be in place to accommodate communities, while considering limited resources.
On May 24, 2024, a special project called Uskâu Ihtûwin started in Waswanipi. It’s part of Quebec's "Aire Ouverte" program. This is the first time this program is in an Indigenous area. It helps young people aged 8 to 35 with mental health and wellness.
Embracing Tradition, Nurturing Well-being
Introducing Traditional Healers and Knowledge Keepers into Cree Healthcare.
Cree values and traditions were envisaged as key to the development of health and social services delivery systems in section 14 of the 1975 James Bay and Northern Quebec Agreement (JBNQA), which was the basis for the creation of the Cree Health Board
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Mark your calendar: Marjorie Icebound will be the Traditional Healer in Whapmagoostui. If you are interested in joining us or have any questions, please contact:
Pauline Masty House (pauline.masty.house@ssss.gouv.qc.ca)
Jessica Bobbish (jessica.bobbish@ssss.gouv.qc.ca)
Elders are at the core of our communities: they guide younger generations and pass down Cree culture. It’s important to value the knowledge and traditions they share with us. Despite their crucial role, elder abuse is unfortunately everywhere, including in Eeyou Istchee.
This summer, between June 23 and September 2, pharmacies will be on reduced personnel and a temporary schedule will be in place to accommodate communities, while considering limited resources.
On May 24, 2024, a special project called Uskâu Ihtûwin started in Waswanipi. It’s part of Quebec's "Aire Ouverte" program. This is the first time this program is in an Indigenous area. It helps young people aged 8 to 35 with mental health and wellness.
The CBHSSJB is very thrilled to announce that 12 employees have completed the Attestation of College Studies in Communication in Administration given in partnership with Cégep Marie-Victorin on the territory.
Introducing Our Graduates
Let’s celebrate the names engraved in achievement:
Careers
Come for the adventure. Stay for the people.
At CBHSSJB, we strive to offer compassionate and culturally safe care to our population.
If our vision resonates with you, we have the job for you.
Nishiiyuu Miyupimaatisiiun
Nishiiyuu refers to the traditional ways of the Eeyou and Eenou people. Nishiiyuu Miyupimaatisiiun works to ensure that Cree knowledge and values are reflected in CBHSSJB services.
Our vision is aapiimuutiihehkuut piimaatiisiiwiiniiuu kiiyah a achiisachiinuutiihehkuut᙮
“Achieving miyupimaatisiiun through the guidance of ancestral teachings”.