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Katarokwi Indigenous Resilience during Covid-19 Community-based research project led by Dr. Amrita Roy from Queen's University. a. PRODUCT: An examination and evaluation of alternate program delivery methods

Researchers from Queen's University have partnered with various community organizations to understand the impacts of Covid-19 on Indigenous peoples living with chronic illness (physical or mental). Partners include the Indigenous Health Council, South East Regional Cancer Program, Indigenous Cancer Care Unit, Indigenous Diabetes Health Circle, KFL&A Public Health, Street Health Centre, and Addictions and Mental Health Services (KFLA). Using 2 studies that will be conducted simultaneously, this multi-methods project seeks to capture local experiences of both Indigenous individuals and Indigenous focussed service groups in the Kingston area during the COVID-19 era. Specifically, the objectives and associated products are as follows:

1) To understand the experiences of Indigenous individuals living with chronic physical or mental health issues, vis-à-vis access to health and social services, in the era of COVID-19. PRODUCT: A framework summarizing barriers and facilitators to service access

2) To understand the impact on mental health and wellbeing of COVID-19-related stressors in Indigenous individuals already coping with chronic health issues. PRODUCT: A framework summarizing factors impacting mental health in the context of COVID-19-era stressors, as well protective factors that are sources of resilience and positive coping.

3) To understand the experiences of Indigenous-focussed service groups as they work to meet their mandate in the era of COVID-19. PRODUCT: A framework summarizing challenges faced, opportunities recognized, and strategies used by Indigenous-focussed service groups.

4) To highlight alternative program delivery methods being used by Indigenous-focussed service groups, and evaluate uptake and reaction by target audiences.

The academic-community partnerships forged during the KIRC-19 Project have continued in multiple subsequent community-ba...
24/09/2025

The academic-community partnerships forged during the KIRC-19 Project have continued in multiple subsequent community-based, OCAP-centered Indigenous health research projects in the Katarokwi region. One such research project is around centering Indigenous perspectives and priorities in the activities of the new Frontenac, Lennox, and Addington Ontario Health Team (FLA OHT). The final report of the case study, examining collaboration processes between FLA OHT and Indigenous partners, been released. In addition to offering recommendations for FLA OHT, the insight generated through this research may be useful for partnerships between other mainstream health institutions and Indigenous peoples.
Link to Full Report (62 pages): https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0722/4885/2792/files/Centering_Indigenous_perspectives_report_Final_reduced.pdf?v=1758550792
Link to Results in Brief (8 pages): https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0722/4885/2792/files/Centering_Indigenous_Perspectives_Results_in_Brief_reduced.pdf?v=1758648403

The academic-community partnerships forged during the KIRC-19 Project have continued in multiple subsequent community-ba...
23/09/2025

The academic-community partnerships forged during the KIRC-19 Project have continued in multiple subsequent community-based, OCAP-centered Indigenous health research projects in the Katarokwi region. One such project seeks to understand palliative care experiences among Indigenous peoples in the region, with the goal to improve palliative care services for Indigenous peoples. Please visit the project's Facebook for more information :
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61581117446890

The academic-community partnerships forged during the KIRC-19 Project have continued in multiple subsequent community-ba...
15/07/2025

The academic-community partnerships forged during the KIRC-19 Project have continued in multiple subsequent community-based, OCAP-centered Indigenous health research projects in the Katarokwi region. One such project seeks to guide future research on mental health during pregnancy and postpartum periods in Indigenous peoples in the region. Please participate if you are eligible! For more information, please visit the project's page: https://www.facebook.com/IPMHProject

The academic-community partnerships forged during the KIRC-19 Project have continued in multiple subsequent community-ba...
21/04/2025

The academic-community partnerships forged during the KIRC-19 Project have continued in multiple subsequent community-based, OCAP-centered Indigenous health research projects in the Katarokwi region. One such research project is an organizational analysis of the Indigenous Health and Wellness Council. Please join us for a spring community gathering where knowledge exchange of this research will occur. For more information and registration, please visit: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/indigenous-health-and-wellness-council-ihwc-spring-community-gathering-tickets-1279500573659?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl&fbclid=IwY2xjawJyuNZleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHin8vVYMsm8JkUSCPPEAMVAK-Tr_RO6gcxJswUng8jsvSl0_JEsXhZWROg7h_aem_fhft2AUkWXfJ1KYa50acLw

The academic-community partnerships forged during the KIRC-19 Project have continued in multiple subsequent community-ba...
25/03/2025

The academic-community partnerships forged during the KIRC-19 Project have continued in multiple subsequent community-based, OCAP-centered Indigenous health research projects in the Katarokwi region. One such research project is an organizational analysis of the Indigenous Health and Wellness Council. Please join us for a spring community gathering where knowledge exchange of this research will occur. For more information and registration, please visit: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/indigenous-health-and-wellness-council-ihwc-spring-community-gathering-tickets-1279500573659?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

The academic-community partnerships forged during the KIRC-19 Project have continued in multiple subsequent community-ba...
03/11/2024

The academic-community partnerships forged during the KIRC-19 Project have continued in multiple subsequent community-based, OCAP-centered Indigenous health research projects in the Katarokwi region. One such research project is seeking to understand Indigenous perspectives on the decriminalization of substances. Eligible community members are encouraged to participate!

The academic-community partnerships forged during the KIRC-19 Project have continued in multiple subsequent community-ba...
02/12/2023

The academic-community partnerships forged during the KIRC-19 Project have continued in multiple subsequent community-based, OCAP-centered Indigenous health research projects in the Katarokwi region. One such research project is around centering Indigenous perspectives and priorities in the activities of the new Frontenac, Lennox, and Addington Ontario Health Team (FLA OHT). Among the products of this research project is the creation of a “Toolkit of Indigenous-focused approaches and evaluation indicators for health systems”, available to freely download from the link below. We hope that this toolkit can be useful for both mainstream and Indigenous organizations involved in health and wellness. Please share widely. Nia:wen/miigwetch! Link:
https://familymedicine.queensu.ca/sites/familymedicine/files/inline-files/Toolkit%20-%20Indig-Focused%20Approaches.pdf

26/03/2023

Our thanks to Dr Amrita Roy and Autumn Watson for kicking off Day 2 of IMICH with an engaging presentation on hope and resilience during COVID, and the importance of centering Indigenous perspectives and priorities in research.

KIRC-19 team members Amrita Roy and Autumn Watson have been invited to present a plenary talk at the International Meeti...
23/02/2023

KIRC-19 team members Amrita Roy and Autumn Watson have been invited to present a plenary talk at the International Meeting on Indigenous Child Health, entitled "Hope, healing and resilience: What have we learned from the COVID-19 pandemic?". Come join us in Tulsa, Oklahoma on March 25!

The 10th International Meeting on Indigenous Child Health features speakers from across North American and around the world on emerging health issues, community innovations, and more.

Join us in Tulsa, Oklahoma, March 24-26.

Check out the full program and register here: https://cps.ca/en/imich/program

23/02/2023

KIRC-19 Project's Report # 1, released last year, is now available online to be freely downloaded. Please share widely!

--Full report (PDF, 88 pages): https://tinyurl.com/ed75ktwy

--Results in brief (PDF, 5 pages): https://tinyurl.com/4dtvu63a

Report # 2 is forthcoming; please check back for updates. Miigwetch/nia:wen/thanks!

We mourn the passing of KIRC-19 Oshkabeywis team member Laurel Claus-Johnson. Grandmother Laurel was an incredible woman...
03/10/2022

We mourn the passing of KIRC-19 Oshkabeywis team member Laurel Claus-Johnson. Grandmother Laurel was an incredible woman, an advocate for her community, and a true inspiration. She will be greatly missed. We extend our sincere condolences to her family and community.
https://www.thewhig.com/news/shes-a-warrior-and-nothing-short-loved-ones-remember-laurel-claus-johnson?fbclid=IwAR0_KaduDRvKzTDETArXnj73qe5gQ1qKbekX6CETuqF6A_Xs5wy0IKW2Tyk

Laurel Claus Johnson was recognizable by her scooter, her braids and her speed.

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