Mental Health & Harm Reduction

The goal of this program is to help Métis Citizens by offering to cover the expenses of up to 10, 60-minute counselling sessions for those with financial needs, to support them in their mental wellness journey.

More information and registration

We are once again accepting submissions to our health and wellness magazine, now titled Thriving Spirits: Métis Perspectives on Wellness. Previously titled Resilient Roots: Métis Mental Health and Wellness, this magazine captures the spirit, strength, and growth of the Métis People in BC. 

Interested in making a submission for our next issue? In this fifth issue, we will focus on themes that highlight Métis leaders within our communities, stories that capture the wellness of Métis community members, and teachings from Métis Knowledge Holders. Click here to fill out the form. Please email Michelle at mpadley@mnbc.ca should you have any questions.

• Read Issue 1 (PDF)
• Read Issue 2 (PDF)
• Read Issue 3 (PDF)
• Read Issue 4 (PDF)

Wild Wisdom: Healing with Nature is a new mental health and wellness seasonal webinar series project being led by the Atooshkayahk Aansaamb chi Kiikayhk (Working Together to Heal) and Métis Youth Aansaamb ni Wiichihitonaan (We are Taking Care/Helping Together) committees. Through four virtual sessions held in the spring, summer, fall, and winter, Métis community members will have the opportunity to learn from Métis knowledge holders and engage in discussions about how mental health and connection to nature are connected.

Spring Session: An Introduction to Growing and Taking Care of Mother Nature 

Facilitated by Elder Pat Ekland and Renee Berschaminski

Date: April 14, 2025

Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Register here

Please see the below pdf attachments showing harm reduction resources available by health authority. Each of these resources has been contacted and have answered questions pertaining to cultural safety, availability to Métis individuals, and the process for accessing services. Each resource listed exhibits aspects of cultural safety meaning that their workers are culturally aware and/or have completed cultural safety training. This information may be subject to change over time. We note that this list is not exhaustive and encourage you to use this resource as one piece of journey to finding the services that best suite your health and wellness. Please ensure you are reviewing the suitability of each resource to your individual needs.

To get in touch with a Mental Wellness Coordinator, please complete this form. Alternatively, you may contact us via email at mentalwellnesscoordination@mnbc.ca. Please ensure to provide your name and the region you are located in. Not sure which region you are in? Find out here.