Indigenous Learning & Support | The Nanaimo Division of Family Practice

Indigenous Learning & Supports

The Nanaimo Division strives to infuse culturally safe practices in all that we do; working hard to provide our membership with a variety of learning opportunities and resources.

First Nations Virtual Substance Use and Psychiatry Service: Learn More
Hope for Wellness Help Line for Mental Health Counselling and Crisis Intervention: Learn More
Indian Residential School Crisis Line: Call toll-free at 1-866-925-4419
Kuu-Us Crisis Line Society for Indigenous Peoples in BC: Learn More
British Columbia Métis Crisis Line: Call 1-833-MétisBC (1-833-638-4722)
First Nations Virtual Doctor of the Day: Learn More or call 1-855-344-3800

NEW - Alhgoh Together as One, Together as Community: Pathway to Indigenous Cultural Safety - DoBC & UBC-CPD online course - 4 Mainpro Credits
Providing Culturally Safe Care for Inuit - DoBC Webinar Recording
Allyship & Upstanding: Interrupting Indigenous-Specific Racism in Healthcare - DoBC & UBC-CPD Webinar Recording
Creating a Safe Space for Indigenous Patients in Primary Care - DoBC & UBC-CPD Webinar Recording

Snaw-Naw-As Market
Looking to purchase an Orange Shirt locally? Visit the Snaw-Naw-As Market on Hwy 19, just north of Nanaimo. 50 Snaw-Naw-As Road, Lantzville

Orange Shirt Society Official Store
Offers the 2025 official design and partners with trusted retailers like Aritzia, Canadian Tire, and London Drugs. Proceeds support education and reconciliation programs.

Every shirt tells a story.

Every child matters.