Pewaseskwan

We are deeply saddened to share the passing of our colleague, Pebbles Bird. Pebbles brought great energy, heart and determination to her work. She reminded us that lived and living experience is a powerful teacher. By sharing her own story she hoped to inspire and support others.

The countdown to Heart Failure Awareness Week 2026 has begun! Get involved and learn more about how you can make a difference. Follow @CanadianHeartFailureSociety @ CanHFSociety for updates and visit heartfailure.ca to access downloadable resources. #HeartFailureWeekCan

Our friends at Dr. Heather Foulds' Research Lab @USaskKin are hosting a Métis Dance Party tomorrow night on campus!

@CAHR_ACRV We had a wonderful time and thank you for hosting such an excellent event!

Thank you for joining us at #CAHR2026 in Winnipeg! We wish you safe travels home and hope to see you all next year in Montreal in 2027.

Her findings emphasize the need for Métis-led, culturally grounded initiatives that honour Métis people’s self-determination, while addressing systemic conditions that continue to shape health inequities.

She looked at how factors like cultural connectedness, Métis identity and trauma exposure relate to cardiovascular health, such as physical fitness. She completed her PhD under the supervision of Dr. Heather Foulds. Pewaseskwan’s Alexandra King was her co-supervisor.

Congratulations Shara Johnson on completing your PhD through the @USaskKin! In partnership with @MetisLocal126, she explored the social and cultural determinants of Métis people’s health.

Happening now! CAHR 2026 Ancillary Session: Centring Indigenous Knowledge and Wholistic Approaches to Address Syndemics in Manitoba and Beyond: A Solutions Focused Gathering A full-day gathering grounded in Indigenous ways of knowing, being and doing.

Today (and every day) we celebrate and honour Mother Earth! #EarthDay is a reminder to move more slowly. Don’t let convenience rob you of the simplest joys: savouring the taste of a good meal, watching a beautiful sunset or listening to early morning bird song.

Meet Melissa April, one of our wonderful team members! Get to know the rest of our team at: pewaseskwan.ca/people/pewases… #Indigenouswellness #Indigenousresearch

We’re excited to share that Waniska’s research grant funding from @CIHR_IRSC has been renewed! Moving forward, we will be using implementation science, which provides ways to help move knowledge into action. We’ll also be expanding our work to #Alberta & #BritishColumbia!

This weekend (and always), we’re honouring and celebrating women! Pictured here is our friend and colleague Pebbles Bird who passed in 2025. She was a model of strength, resilience, good humour and grace. She is missed dearly by everyone who knew and loved her. #IWD2026 #March8

On #WellnessWednesday, we celebrate the upcoming #IWD2026 on Mar 8. Today we honor the women who heal, lead, advocate, research, teach, & support across our healthcare system. Their contributions elevate the quality of care delivered across our province. #GiveToGain

Opportunity for local Indigenous artists! Declare your interest in creating this year’s commissioned Orange Shirt Day artwork for #USask. Deadline: April 10 Details: shop.usask.ca/call-for-artis… #Indigenousartists #NDTR

Every grant we fund starts with a peer reviewer. 🔬 💰CIHR needs reviewers for the Spring 2026 Project Grant competition. Say “YES” when asked to peer review.

Learn more about Ryan here: library.usask.ca/ISIR/index.php #Indigenousvoices #storyteller #campuscommunity

Ryan Moccasin is the 2026 Indigenous Storyteller in Residence @usasklibrary! “One of the greatest gifts a person can hold is the power of storytelling. Our people are story weavers, entrusted with carrying memories from the past and imagining futures that have yet to be written."

rarekidscan.com/news/key-consi… #Indigenousresearch #rarediseaseday #equality #clinicaltrials

Feb. 28 is Rare Disease Day in Canada, a day to remind us that equitable care means recognizing the unique needs of Indigenous communities. A recent article from Pewaseskwan team members, (RareKids-CAN's Indigeneity sub-platform) highlights this important work!

Here is the Cree word of the month! The word we’re highlighting today is ninanâskomon—it expresses a feeling of gratitude and thankfulness for people, nature, animals and all that is present in our lives. #IndigenousLanguages #indigenouswellness

Pewaseskwan's co-lead Alexandra King, among many others on Dr. Blackburn's research team, co-authored this recently published paper in @AIDS_Journal.