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A Year in Review at Chigamik
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In this year’s 2021-2022 annual report, we’re sharing a glimpse into some of the work we’ve done over the past 12 months, while highlighting how our programs, services and partnerships have impacted the lives of many in our community. As we look forward to a bright future, we are continually inspired by the collective strength of this community, and are deeply indebted to our amazing staff, volunteers and partners for their dedication and compassionate delivery of care to our clients and community.
We invite you to take a look at some of our accomplishments over the past year.
Thank you, Merci, Miigwetch,
Suzanne Marchand, Executive Director
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September 30th
Chigamik honours the National Day for Truth & Reconciliation
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September 30th marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in Canada - honouring the lost children and survivors of residential schools, their families and communities.
Chigamik Community Health Centre, in partnership with the Midland Community Health Hub, honoured this important day with a series of educational events for staff throughout the day and for the community in the evening. There were activities for people of all ages including a drumming circle, a sacred fire, and other workshops and teachings based on the Medicine Wheel.
Thank you to Chigamik's Indigenous Committee and our community partners for organizing this special day and to our community for joining us!
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To Learn More
Explore the rich and diverse cultures, voices, experiences and stories of the First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples.
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New Fall Programs at Chigamik!
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With the goal of meeting the health care needs of our diverse community, Chigamik is pleased to offer new English, French and Cultural programs this fall - free and open to everyone in the community!
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Please visit www.chigamik.ca/programs-new to register for one of our programs online.
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Homelessness in Simcoe County
Chigamik took part in the "Our Health Simcoe" event on September 15th
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Chigamik's Executive Director, Suzanne Marchand, took part in the panel discussion about homelessness in Simcoe County.
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Homelessness is a major problem in Simcoe County and throughout Canada. Previously a crisis of urban centres, homelessness now reaches all areas and requires more services and resources. It is estimated that there are over 35,000 homeless people in Canada and include men, women, youth, seniors, veterans, gender diverse, mentally ill, and all races. On September 15th, Our Health Simcoe hosted "Home and Health" at the Midland Cultural Centre. The panel examined how homelessness affects health both mentally and physically and presented ideas on how to support this growing crisis.
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Get a Pulse!
With Chigamik's Dietitian en Français!
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What are pulses?
Pulses are the edible seeds of plants in the legume family including chickpeas, lentils, dry peas and beans.
Environmental benefits of pulses
In addition to being good for you, pulses are also good for the earth!
- Thrive in poor conditions
- Low carbon footprint
- Water efficient
- Nourishes the soil
Economic benefits of pulses
- Affordable and easy to prepare
- Long shelf life
- Less expensive than equal portion of meat protein
Health benefits of pulses
Pulses are plant proteins that are high in fibre, nutrient rich and high in protein and can help:
- Reduce cardiovascular disease
- Manage blood sugar levels
- Contribute to a healthy gut
- Maintain a healthy body weight
Interested in learning more?
Visit https://pulses.org to learn more and to try some new recipes!
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Chigamik Celebrates Community Health & Wellbeing Week
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From October 17th to 23rd, Community Health Centres across the province are celebrating Community Health and Wellbeing week. The theme of this year’s week is Confronting Inequity, Celebrating Community. The goal of this initiative is to pause and recognize each other's work in the community and to advocate for changes in Ontario’s health and social systems to address inequities.
During Community Health and Wellbeing Week, Chigamik's leadership team signed a pledge to confront inequity by reaffirming Chigamik's commitment to provide equitable supports and services for vulnerable members of our community.
Follow us on social media where we will be sharing photos and posts to celebrate how our programs and services promote equitable health and wellbeing.
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Janine Messenger
Registered Practical Nurse
It is with mixed emotions that we announce the retirement of Janine Messenger. Janine spent over 40 years in nursing.
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She began her employment at Chigamik in June of 2011 as a Registered Practical Nurse and was the 19th employee hired by Chigamik! Over these years, she has been an outstanding professional and always supported her clients and colleagues with positivity and encouragement. Although, we will miss seeing her in the Chigamik halls, we are excited for her future endeavours and wish her all the best. You will be missed Janine!
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Rebecca Barnstaple
Community Health Team Manager (maternity leave)
Rebecca Barnstaple has accepted the position of Community Health Team Manager, covering a one-year maternity leave.
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A graduate of the National Centre for Dance Therapy at Les Grands Ballets Canadiens in Montreal, Rebecca provides dance-therapy based programs for people with Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, and chronic pain and provides education in dance therapy at various institutions throughout North America. Rebecca recently completed a PhD and Postdoctoral Fellowship investigating the neurobiological effects of dance in health and disease. Rebecca serves on various Dance Movement Therapy associations and hosts a weekly Parkinson's Dance Group at Chigamik. Welcome Rebecca!
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