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At Primary Care Alberta, we are committed to improving access to culturally safe and patient-centred primary healthcare services free of racism for First Nations, Métis and Inuit in Alberta.
June is National Indigenous Peoples Month, a time to recognize the cultures and stories of First Nations, Métis and Inuit across this land.
It is important to honour, recognize and celebrate the beauty and strengths of the First Peoples of this land. By focusing on these and building greater understanding and awareness, we can combat racism and build a better and more inclusive health system.
Learn more about National Indigenous Peoples Month 2026September 30 is the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation. On this day, we honour the children who never returned home, Survivors of residential schools, their families and communities. Taking time to learn the truths and remember throughout the year is an important part of moving towards reconciliation.
In 2025, Alberta's health agencies honoured the day with reflective sessions on September 24. Watch the recorded sessions on Together4Health.
Cultural safety is defined by the patient’s experience. It goes beyond cultural awareness or sensitivity and is demonstrated when we honour the distinct histories, identities, and world views of Indigenous Peoples. When care is culturally safe, patients experience an environment free from racism and discrimination, where they feel secure receiving healthcare.
We recognize that colonization and policies such as the Indian Act, the Residential School System, and Indian Hospitals have created lasting trauma and inequities for Indigenous Peoples. These impacts continue today, contributing to ongoing health disparities and experiences of unsafe or discriminatory care.
Our goal is to address barriers to improve access to culturally safe, patient-centred primary health care services free of racism for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit in Alberta. Cultural safety is supported when healthcare providers and leaders demonstrate genuine commitment to building trust, honouring Indigenous experiences, and creating healing environments where everyone feels respected, heard and safe.
Whether you need a listening ear, a doctor who understands your community or help in your own language, services are here to support you in a culturally safe way.
Get helpExplore personal stories of strength, traditional wisdom, and healing from Indigenous voices across Alberta. These experiences guide us in our commitment to building a more compassionate, culturally safe healthcare journey for everyone.
Health initiatives, cultural ceremonies within healthcare settings, and success stories of Indigenous patients and staff across the province.
See what’s newThis confidential telephone service helps First Nations (status and non-status), Métis and Inuit peoples and their families navigate the healthcare system. Our services include culturally safe supportive listening, connections to health resources, Indigenous cultural supports, and help with addiction/mental health outcomes.
Confidential telephone service: 1-844-944-4744 (toll-free)
Visit the Indigenous Support Line
Translation services are offered in 23 Indigenous languages for Indigenous patients and families accessing healthcare. Providing care in a person’s language allows clients to actively participate in the decision-making process, provide informed consent and ensure safe and effective communication.
For more information, email: Interpretation.Services@ahs.ca
Visit: Indigenous Languages
Indigenous Health
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