ohpikîhakan
ohpikîhakan is a program designed to meet the holistic needs such as housing, family connection, spirituality, and cultural connection of youth ages 13 – 17 in the care of Children’s Services.
This program is part of a province-wide initiative called “Therapeutic Foster Care.” ohpikîhakan is trauma-informed and embedded with culturally responsive services and Indigenous worldviews.
“ohpikîhakan” translates into a child that is being raised in the Cree language. This name was gifted to us by Elder Dr. Leona Makokis to emphasize the importance of the relationship and connection to a child’s culture and family.
Sean Burke spoke with Chantal Painter about the initiative and how you can get involved.
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