A new Health Department has been created by the Tahltan Central Government to support the unique needs of remote Tahltan communities.
Through the new branch, the TCG aims to support interacting health programs while working with the Tahltan and Iskut Bands to highlight priorities.
Using a Tahltan-led approach, the Department will address the lack of services faced by many of the Nation’s communities due to remoteness.
While it will work collaboratively with Health Authorities, industry partners, and communities, the full scope of the new body is yet to be determined.
Cassandra Puckett has been selected as the Department’s first director, and will lead its planning and development.
She says they will focus on holistic, meaningful, and innovative ways to address barriers and gaps to wellness faced by many Nation members.
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