Engage for Change

August 2017

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I read about the diabetes epidemic among Indigenous communities; why is it an epidemic?

I read about the diabetes epidemic among Indigenous communities; why is it an epidemic?

History indicates that upon first contact settlers to the new world were stunned by the quality of health of the original inhabitants. In fact, there are historical accounts of settlers writing back to Europe expressing their astonishment of the vast array of foods the Indigenous peoples were consuming and the apparent health of these Indigenous peoples being advanced. There were even written accounts by settlers complaining of the excessive bathing of Indigenous peoples! Good nutrition and good hygiene are paramount to living a healthy lifestyle and prevented diseases like diabetes.

I am a non-Indigenous Canadian; what can I do to contribute to reconciliation actions here in Kingston?

I am a non-Indigenous Canadian; what can I do to contribute to reconciliation actions here in Kingston?

Reconciliation is a personal journey for many of us. How we measure action and results will be based on our individual awareness and acts of caring and sharing that contribute to creating positive and progressive change. If you want to contribute to reconciliation take the time to educate yourself on the history of the original inhabitants of this land that Kingston is situated on. Learn about the Huron, the Anishinaabe and Haudenousaunee peoples and their ways of life.