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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

Latest News and Health Tips

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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.

CREE NIHB
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Following the last Board of Directors in March of 2025 and in effect since June 1, 2025, the Cree NIHB program has been updated.

Students receiving EDLV vision screenings in Eastmain.
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The École de la Vue (EDLV) team, supported by the Cree Board of Health and Social Services of James Bay (CBHSSJB) Specialized Services, had a positive impact on youth during their visits to Chisasibi…

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 Board of Health and Social Services of James Bay (CBHSSJB).

Latest Events

Trail in Mistissini

Gathering on Intergenerational Trauma MAANUUHIIKUU ᒫᓅᐦᐄᑰ – MENTAL HEALTH This event will provide a platform for collective understanding, discussion, and progress towards healing from the effects of…

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Join us for our traditional activities weekend in Waswanipi area. On June 9 and 13, two sweat lodge ceremonies will be available, Cedar foot soaks and counselling will take place on June 10-12. For…

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.

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Nurse with stethoscope
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Family in the forest smiling

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”.

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