Minister Prentice Opens New Health Centre in Canoe Lake Cree First Nation

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CANOE NARROWS, Saskatchewan - The Honourable Jim Prentice, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, on behalf of the Honourable Tony Clement, Minister of Health, today participated in the official opening of the Senator Jonas Lariviere Health Centre at Canoe Lake Cree First Nation.
Health Canada's First Nations and Inuit Health Branch provided just over $1.6 million dollars in funding for the construction of the new health centre, which includes three new residences for nurses, as well as enhancements to existing residences.
"Our investment reflects the priorities and goals we share and is an important step to achieving positive health outcomes for First Nations people," said Minister Clement. "The services provided at Canoe Lake Cree First Nation are a good example of quality health care delivered by First Nations with support from Health Canada."
The Canoe Lake Cree First Nation receives health services through the Meadow Lake Tribal Council (MLTC) under a transfer agreement with Health Canada. A range of health services and programs are delivered from the new enhanced health centre, including community health and treatment; nursing; drug, alcohol and solvent abuse prevention; mental health promotion; children's programs; home care services; community health co-ordination; and, dental therapy services.
"This new health centre is an important step forward for this community, and will directly contribute to an improved quality of life," said Minister Prentice. "It is also a symbol of how communities like yours and the government can work together to find solutions that build stronger communities and create opportunities."
The facility is named in honour of Senator Jonas Lariviere, who at 99 years of age is the oldest resident of the Canoe Lake community. He was one of the five founding members of the Federation of Saskatchewan Indian Nations (FSIN), and has been a FSIN senator for many years.
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