Wabanaki-Labrador Indigenous Health Research Network

📣 Now Accepting Nominations – Kelly Bang Memorial Lectureship (Fall 2026)

The School of Occupational Therapy Research Committee is pleased to invite nominations for the Fall 2026 Kelly Bang Memorial Lectureship.

Established in memory of Kelly Bang, this lectureship honours individuals and community groups whose advocacy, teaching, practice, and/or research have advanced opportunities for women and/or marginalized adults learning to live in their communities.

Have you been inspired by someone making a lasting impact? Their work may be within occupational therapy—or in another field entirely. If they're creating positive change, we encourage you to nominate them.

This is an opportunity to recognize and celebrate those whose dedication is helping build stronger, more inclusive communities.

🗓️ Submit your nomination by August 15, 2026.
🔗 Please use the attached link to learn more about the lectureship and submit your nomination. https://shorturl.at/wqvH2

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out. We look forward to receiving your nominations!

🧠UPCOMING LUNCH ‘N LEARN:

Join us on this Thursday, July 30, 2026 from 12-1 PM ADT (ONLINE) for our next Lunch ‘n Learn on Brain Health with Mallori Mason from the Alzheimer’s Society of Nova Scotia to learn about the different types of dementia, common risk factors and practical lifestyle choices that can help support and maintain a healthier brain.

Key findings will be shared from the Alzhiemer Society of Canada’s report, “The Many Faces of Dementia in Canada,” projecting dementia rates from 2020-2050, with a focus on the impact on Indigenous communities.

The Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia is a leading not-for-profit health charity dedicated to improving the quality of life for Nova Scotians affected by Alzheimer's disease and other dementias while advancing the search for the cause and cure.

Speaker Information:

Mallori Mason is the Regional Coordinator of Education & Outreach for Alzheimer’s Society of Nova Scotia, covering Guysborough, Antigonish & Pictou Counties. She was born and raised in Guysborough County and has an educational background in Recreation Therapy and Interdisciplinary Studies. Prior to joining the Alzheimer’s Society of Nova Scotia, Mallori served as the Executive Director for an Adult Day Program for persons living with diverse abilities. Now, she lives in a small rural community with her husband, their six children, and two golden retrievers. She remains committed to building awareness of brain health and fostering greater understanding of dementia through education.

We look forward to seeing you there!

🔗 Please email [email protected] for the link.

Unpacking Indigenous Data Sovereignty | The Social Vanessa Watts tells us what Indigenous Data Sovereignty is and why ...

Heart & Stroke is pleased to launch their New Grants-in-Aid - Indigenous Research Stream: https://www.heartandstroke.ca/-/media/research/docs/2026-27/gia-indigenous-supplemental-guidelines-en.pdf.

Application must be submitted online using CIRCUlink by 15:00 EDT September 17, 2026. CIRCUlink will not accept submissions after this deadline.

📣 for Indigenous-Led Heart and Brain Health Research

Heart & Stroke's 2027 Grant-in-Aid Indigenous Research Stream (GIA-I) is now open. This dedicated funding opportunity supports Indigenous-led heart and brain health research grounded in Indigenous Ways of Knowing and Doing.

The program aims to support research that advances Indigenous knowledges, data, and approaches while emphasizing self-determination, Indigenous data sovereignty, community governance, relational accountability, and Indigenous knowledge systems.

💰 Up to $400,000 over four years available per grant
📅 Application deadline: September 17, 2026
🔗 Learn more: https://tinyurl.com/2ra36jjp

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📣 Possibilité de financement pour la recherche dirigée par des Autochtones en santé cardiaque et cérébrale

Le 2027 Grant-in-Aid Indigenous Research Stream (GIA-I) de Heart & Stroke est maintenant ouvert. Cette possibilité de financement dédiée soutient la recherche dirigée par des Autochtones en santé cardiaque et cérébrale, ancrée dans les façons de connaître et d’agir autochtones.

Le programme vise à soutenir la recherche qui fait progresser les savoirs, les données et les approches autochtones, tout en mettant l’accent sur l’autodétermination, la souveraineté des données autochtones, la gouvernance communautaire, la responsabilisation relationnelle et les systèmes de connaissances autochtones.

💰 Jusqu’à 400 000 $ sur quatre ans par subvention
📅 Date limite de présentation des demandes : 17 septembre 2026
🔗 Pour en savoir plus (en anglais seulement) : https://tinyurl.com/2ra36jjp

🎉Exciting news for Indigenous-led nursing research!

At the CIHR Institute of Indigenous Peoples' Health (IIPH), we are excited to announce the upcoming launch of the expanded Nursing in Indigenous Research in Action (NIRA) Chairs . Led by IIPH, the initiative is supported by CIHR Institutes and other Canadian funding partners.

Building on the former Indigenous Research Chairs in Nursing Initiative, the NIRA Chairs Program will support Indigenous-led nursing research that is rooted in community priorities and dedicated to strengthening more culturally safe, equitable, and responsive health systems for First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples.

We are grateful for the support of our partners: the CIHR Institute of Circulatory and Respiratory Health (ICRH), the CIHR Institute of Gender and Health (IGH), the CIHR Institute of Human Development, Child and Youth Health (IHDCYH), the CIHR Institute of Musculoskeletal Health and Arthritis (IMHA), the CIHR Institute of Population and Public Health (IPPH), and the CIHR Strategy for Patient-Oriented Research (SPOR). Additional partners include the Fonds de recherche du Québec (FRQ) and the Saskatchewan Health Research Foundation - SHRF.

We look forward to supporting the incredible work of Indigenous researchers and communities across Canada!

🗓️Launch date: October 2026.
🔗Learn more: https://cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/54780.html

First Peoples Wellness Circle (FPWC) are dedicated to advocating for collaborative, transformative change and supporting Indigenous mental wellness across Canada.

As their organization continues to grow, they are seeking passionate, dedicated individuals to join their team in making a meaningful difference.

Employment – First Peoples Wellness Circle Explore career opportunities with First Peoples Wellness Circle (FPWC). We are a growing organization committed to meaningful work.

National Council for Reconciliation Research Project seeking up to six graduate students for five weeks of paid summer work.

Project Overview and Objectives

1. Primary Objective:

Identify, categorize, and analyze reconciliation practices currently underway in Canada.

2. Secondary Objectives:

Map initiatives to relevant TRC Calls to Action or other Indigenous-led frameworks; identify leading practices, innovations, and systemic barriers; and provide evidence-based insights to support the Council’s monitoring and reporting functions.

Research questions structured around: Municipalities, provinces, territories, education, justice, health, non-for-profit organizations, language stewardship, and Indigenous peoples and economic advancements.

Please contact Dr. David MacDonald at [email protected] if interested.

Call for abstracts for the 2027 National Indigenous Diabetes Association (NIDA) conference in Ottawa, Ontario: "Growing Healthy Futures: Community-Led Indigenous Diabetes Prevention and Care Across Generations"

Dates: May 12-14, 2027

Abstract Deadline: December 12, 2026.

More information can be found on the website.

2027 National Indigenous Diabetes Conference The 13th Biennial National Indigenous Diabetes Conference, themed “Growing Healthy Futures: Community-Led Indigenous Diabetes Prevention and Care Across Generations,” will take place May 12-14, 2027. This […]

Call for Applications🔈

In the interests of supporting Canada’s health emergency research ecosystem, the Centre for Research on Pandemic Preparedness and Health Emergencies (CRPPHE) at CIHR is pleased to share the call for applications to the Partnership on Indigenous Pandemic Preparedness (PIPP) which is led by the Cluster for Indigenous Engagement Development and Research for Pandemic Preparedness (CIEDAR P2).

The PIPP program offers seed funding for Indigenous-led pilot projects that support health emergency preparedness, research capacity development, and partnerships with Indigenous communities.

Applications are open to researchers, academics, independent researchers, and graduate students. The deadline for applications is August 9, 2026.

Please note that CIHR is not involved in this funding opportunity. For any questions regarding this funding opportunity, please reach out to Tamara Chavez, Project Manager, CIEDAR at [email protected].

All are welcome - join us on July 23/24 to hear from Dr. Jennifer Walker about Indigneous Data Sovereignty. Register here: https://umn.zoom.us/meeting/register/OVJlgd3bSBGOpzWWwL-M0w