Kodiak Area Native Association - KANA

03/21/2026

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Colorectal cancer is the leading type of cancer among Alaska Native people, but it is also one of the most preventable.

Screenings help find colorectal cancer early, when it can be treated most effectively. Alaska Native people are encouraged to begin routine screenings at age 40, and regular screenings are recommended for all adults starting at age 45.

These conversations are not always easy, but they are an important part of caring for yourself and the people who depend on you. If you are due for a screening, or if you are unsure where to start, call (907) 486-9870 to schedule an appointment with your primary care provider and talk through your options.

03/20/2026

A big thank you to everyone who stopped by for the Choose Respect March Poster Making Party!🖌️We're so excited to see these beautiful posters out and about during the Choose Respect March. Join us on April 15 at 12:30 PM at the Gerald C. Wilson Auditorium as we stand together against domestic violence.

For more information, please contact Ellamy Tiller at KWRCC at ellamy@kwrcc.org

03/18/2026

This weekend our PATHS program is coming together with KWRCC and Kodiak Kindness to host a free event to learn how to act, support, and become more informed about domestic violence and advocacy in our community. We hope you'll join this important conversation.

Do you want to learn more about how to support survivors of Domestic Violence?

Making an impact on these issues starts with asking questions and hearing about the resources in our community. The more we know, the more we can listen, support, and refer family and friends to the tools available.

Join KWRCC, KINDESS, and KANA to learn how to act, support, and become more informed about domestic violence and advocacy in our community!

📍March 22
2-6pm
Kodiak College 117 Benny Benson Dr. Room 128

This free event is recommended for everyone and refreshments will be provided.

Click here to register: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=43zWkygMJ06G15AwRJNok4IbH2S8SytErL9w4Ta_fgBUNkE2RUE5Q0tOQlFNQVBHVDZCM1ZCSUNXTiQlQCN0PWcu

03/18/2026

Today! Join the KANA PATHS team at the Kodiak Library from 12 - 2 PM for our Choose Respect March Poster Making Party! All supplies will be provided and snacks will be available. We hope to see you there!

03/17/2026

There's still time to join the KANA PATHS Program for an upcoming mosaic workshop! ✨ Join us this Friday, March 20 for Mosaic Coaster Making at the Islander Bookshop from 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM.

This is a free workshop with limited space. No experience needed, just bring yourself and a willingness to try something new! Register now at https://ow.ly/iRus50YpeSx. Questions? Please reach out to KANA PATHS at (907) 486-7305

03/17/2026

Looking to give your resume a little TLC? Join the KANA Workforce & Development team on Thursday March 19 from 6 - 8 PM at Liigwik for the first Resume Workshop of the month! Start from scratch with a brand new resume, or receive support on an existing one. Workshops are open to participants 16 and up and attendees will have access to laptops, complimentary Wi-Fi, and a few light refreshments.

Space is limited! Sign up now at https://ow.ly/AleY50Yhev3. Questions? Contact the Workforce & Development team at (907) 486-7387 or by email at workforcedevelopment@kodiakhealthcare.org.

03/16/2026

Tonight! Join the KANA Environmental Team to gab about HABs at the Kodiak Marketplace from 5:30 - 6:30 PM. Hear from KANA staff and local algal bloom experts and learn about harmful algal blooms (HABs), how we monitor them, their impact on shellfish harvests, and how we analyze the data.

Plus, KANA Environmental is also seeking community input about your knowledge, perceptions, and experience with HABs. Sign up to participate in upcoming interviews at https://ow.ly/Cvyc50YrBt0

This event will take place upstairs at the Kodiak Marketplace in the King Salmon Room. Snacks and kids activities will be provided. If you'd like to participate via Zoom, please use this link to join: https://zoom.us/j/99541881455

Questions? Please reach out to environmental@kodiakhealthcare.org for more information.

03/16/2026

Colorectal cancer screening saves lives, and getting screened on time makes a difference.

Learn more from Dr. Rogan about why timely screening matters and the options available to you.

If you are due for a screening, or simply unsure, consider starting the conversation with your care team.

03/14/2026

Have you spotted our new live air quality sensors yet? 👀 These PurpleAir monitors measure fine particle pollution and provide real-time data for our area, which helps us make informed decisions that protect the health of our community.

Air quality especially impacts Elders, children, and those with asthma, heart, or lung conditions. With local real-time data at our fingertips, we can see what's happening right here rather than solely relying on regional reports. Check current conditions anytime by visiting purpleair.com and searching our location.

03/14/2026

A quick reminder for tomorrow.

KANA is offering a convenient Saturday clinic for pediatric and adult vaccines on Saturday, March 14 from 9 AM to 4:30 PM.

Appointments are encouraged for shorter wait times. Please call (907) 486-9870 to schedule. Walk-ins are welcome during clinic hours.

Keep your family healthy and ready for the season with care you can trust, close to home.

This vaccine clinic is intended for current KANA patients. If you are not yet empaneled with a KANA provider, our team can help you establish care so you can access services.

03/13/2026

If you care deeply about the future of your community and want to help turn local ideas into action, this opportunity may be for you. KANA is hiring a Community Catalyst, a role focused on working alongside communities across the Kodiak region to identify priorities, support local initiatives, and help move meaningful projects forward.

If you live in Akhiok, Karluk, Larsen Bay, Old Harbor, Ouzinkie, or Port Lions and have ever thought about ways to strengthen your community, here’s a chance to do that work in a meaningful way. Applicants from Kodiak are also encouraged to apply.

Learn more and apply here:
https://www.careersatkodiakhealthcare.org/job/285/community_catalyst

Quyanaa for sharing with anyone who may be a good fit.

03/13/2026

The case begins tomorrow.

Starting March 14, the Boy Scout Trail becomes the scene of Kodiak Clue: A Mystery in Bloom.

Clues have been hidden. Suspects are waiting. The mystery is ready to unfold.

Grab your clue card, gather your team of detectives, and head out on the trail anytime between March 14–22 to begin your investigation.

Follow the clues, eliminate the possibilities, and submit your final accusation before Sunday, March 22 at 11:59 pm for a chance to win prizes.

No registration required. Just show up and start searching.