M'Chigeeng Healthy Lifestyles
FOCUS Project

Our Goal

The purpose of The Healthy Lifestyles Project is to develop community partnerships that will work towards the prevention of injuries and chronic diseases associated with Alcohol and other Drug use through harm reduction practices.

Our Vision

The Healthy Lifestyles Project will work towards a healthier community free of alcohol & drug abuse within a culture of safety. A proactive mix of holistic and healthy living preventative strategies including awareness, education, skill building development and policy will be based on strong involvement and connections in the community. These strategies will create a safer place where our community can grow and develop physical, emotional and spiritual health.

We Believe...

• In providing culturally appropriate support, education and assistance to community partners in the delivery of Alcohol and Drug programming in the community.
• In making decisions based on the teachings of the seven grandfathers in the best interest of M’Chigeeng First Nation membership.
• In respecting the strengths and abilities of our team members and band members.
• In supporting relationships that foster community and partnership development.
• In open and honest communication.
• In working toward a healthy community based on our traditional teachings and beliefs and best practices.
• In utilizing Harm Reduction practices in our programming approach to the community.