Raises awareness of local and global Indigenous issues and fosters a sense of welcoming and belonging for Indigenous people within McMaster, Hamilton and Six Nations communities. Members achieve this vision by hosting events, workshops, and fundraisers.

Contact CISSAatMac@gmail.com

Visit http://cissaatmac.wixsite.com/home

The Indigenous Health Interest Group (formerly Aboriginal Health Interest Group) is led by medical students across all years, united by their motivation to work towards promoting Indigenous health and well-being. IHIG works towards educating fellow students by hosting numerous events throughout the school year, as well as collaborating with the ISHS office and students from other health science faculties on initiatives in Indigenous health. The Local Officers of Indigenous Health under the Canadian Federation of Medical Students is run under IHIG, as well as the Indigenous Health Curriculum Action Group. 

Contact Christa Jonathan at: ihig@mcmaster.ca

Facebook Group  https://www.facebook.com/groups/260829700629718/

The Indigenous Health Movement (IHM) is a network for young Indigenous and Ally leaders to initiate reconciliation in the field of Indigenous health across Canada. IHM aims to sustainably foster Indigenous health through community centered, student-led chapters across Canada that engage with Indigenous Knowledge, narratives in health, and learnings from medical practice to advocate for equitable access and appropriate care to decrease the disparities in Indigenous health.

The McMaster Indigenous Health Conference (MacIHC) is an interdisciplinary event held in Hamilton, Ontario. The conference is a partnership between students, Indigenous community members, and McMaster University. Every year, MacIHC brings together McMaster students, community members, Elders and Knowledge Keepers, frontline workers and academic researchers to discuss the implications of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission on the current state of health and wellbeing in Indigenous communities.

Contact information:

Co-chairs Hannah Martin and Neha Malhotra

Email: mcmaster.ihc@gmail.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/macihc/

Website: https://indigenoushealthmvmt.wixsite.com/seeingtogether

 University can be challenging, but this website contains many tips and resources to help students stay healthy while balancing academics, extra-curricular activities, family commitments, and more. 

https://indigservices.mcmaster.ca/wellness/mental-wellness/

Formed to support Indigenous graduate students who are attending McMaster, and to create opportunities for scholarly dialogue and collaboration regarding research interests and shared common experiences related to graduate-level education.

Contact migs@mcmaster.ca

McMaster Indigenous Student Community Alliance (MISCA), previously known as McMaster First Nations Student Association (MFNSA) has been on campus since 1989. MISCA is a working group under the Ontario Public Interest Research Group (OPIRG) that meets weekly throughout the year. The group holds social events as well as cultural teachings and workshops. They also participate in political events relating to Indigenous issues.

Each year MISCA hosts an annual Cultural Gathering in September, which is a great opportunity to learn more about MISCA and the resources that they provide. Previous year's Cultural Gatherings have included a Welcoming Pow Wow, First Nations, Inuit and Métis performers, silent auction, and free food tasting.

Contact misca@mcmaster.ca 

Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/mcmastermisca/

Connects Indigenous students at every level of study with Indigeous knowledge-holders and community leaders, professionals, and the Hamilton and McMaster communities. The program includes one-on-one and group mentorship, traditionally-based group leadership training, community networking opportunities, cultural workshops, and off-campus learning opportunities.

Contact yonkwahahiyos.mcmaster@gmail.com

Facebook Page

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