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Health > Aboriginal Peoples > Reproductive Health

Offers information about aboriginal midwifery in Canada, including information on training programs and birthing centres.


Aboriginal midwifery in Canada: blending traditional and modern forms

Discusses the revival of Aboriginal midwifery in Canada. Explains how this revival has enabled Aboriginal women to bring childbirth back to their communities. Describes different initiatives in Quebec, the North, Ontario, British Columbia and Manitoba. Includes information about midwifery training programs and birthing centres offering midwifery services.
Source:     Canadian Women's Health Network (CWHN)