Mistissini Community Miyupimâtisîun Centre

06/05/2026

𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗲𝗻. 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗹𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗱. 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗲 💙

Following the recent tragic event in Mistissini, we want to express our deepest support to the families and the community.

Please remember that you matter, and that support is here for you if you are struggling or going through a difficult time — you are not alone and help is available.

The Wîchihîwâuwin Helpline is a safe and judgement-free space available 24/7 for everyone in Eeyou Istchee, whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, carrying past trauma, or simply need to be heard.

𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐰𝐞 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐩?
🔹 Mental and emotional support (storytelling, stress, depression, anxiety, grief)
🔹 Crisis intervention (interpersonal violence, su***de intervention)
🔹 Cree cultural values
🔹 Support for everyone

The Wîchihîwâuwin Helpline is also available to employees — please don’t hesitate to reach out if you need someone to talk to.

𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲. 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹. 𝗙𝗿𝗲𝗲.
📞 1-833-632-4357 (HELP)
🌐 Available in English, Cree and French

Additional support options are also available, including TELUS Health’s Employee Assistance Program, which can be reached at 416-856-2979 or 877-847-4525.

06/03/2026

𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 (𝗛𝗣𝗩 𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴) – 𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 💗
Tomorrow is Women’s Health Day at the Mistissini CMC! HPV testing is available by appointment only. 🩺

If you:
👩‍⚕️ Are 25 to 65 years old;
🧬 Have a cervix;
⏳ Haven’t been screened recently;

We recommend you come and get tested. There will be only female staff present, and you are welcome to bring a friend or family member for support. 🤝

📞 Book a screening appointment today📞
Call the Chayo Clinic at 𝟰𝟭𝟴-𝟵𝟮𝟯-𝟯𝟯𝟳𝟲 and ask for one of our 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 (𝗣𝗖𝗖𝗥𝘀) 𝗮𝘁 𝗘𝘅𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝟰𝟮𝟳𝟬𝟭 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝟰𝟮𝟳𝟬𝟲.

✨ A quick appointment today can give you peace of mind for years!
https://bit.ly/4fTCKkL

06/03/2026

☀️ 𝗛𝗼𝘁 𝘄𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗿𝘁! ☀️

Higher than usual temperatures are expected in the next couple days in most inland communities.

As the first hot day of the season is here, remember to take a few simple steps to keep yourself safe:

💧 𝗗𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗞 𝗪𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗥𝗘𝗚𝗨𝗟𝗔𝗥𝗟𝗬: Don't wait to feel thirsty!
☀️ 𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗟𝗬 𝗦𝗨𝗡𝗦𝗖𝗥𝗘𝗘𝗡 𝟭𝟱 𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗨𝗧𝗘𝗦 before going outside and reapply at least every 2 hours.
🏃‍♀️ 𝗥𝗘𝗗𝗨𝗖𝗘 intensity/duration of physical activity. Listen to your body & cool down frequently
⏲️𝗟𝗜𝗠𝗜𝗧 your time outside during the hottest hours of the day (11 AM to 4 PM)
❤️ 𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗖𝗞 𝗢𝗡 𝗩𝗨𝗟𝗡𝗘𝗥𝗔𝗕𝗟𝗘 𝗣𝗘𝗢𝗣𝗟𝗘: Children, Elders, and those with health conditions need extra care. Ensure they are cool and hydrated.

Your safety is important. Share this message! For more detailed tips:
https://bit.ly/4dWydvo

05/27/2026

🌸 Take time for your health this Women’s Health Day 🌸

We invite you to join us on Thursday, 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 𝟰 , 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝟵 𝗔𝗠 𝘁𝗼 𝟰 𝗣𝗠, for HPV screening. 💗

HPV screening helps detect changes early, before they become dangerous. Screening is recommended for most people aged 25 to 65 who have a cervix.

📞 To book your appointment, call the Chayo Clinic at 𝟰𝟭𝟴-𝟵𝟮𝟯-𝟯𝟯𝟳𝟲 and ask for a PCCR at extensions 𝟰𝟮𝟳𝟬𝟭 𝗼𝗿 𝟰𝟮𝟳𝟬𝟲.

05/25/2026

📍 Join our team in Mistissini!
We’re looking for a Coordinator – Extended Care Teams to help support and strengthen community-based care at the Community Miyupimaatisiiun Center. 🤝

In this leadership role, you’ll work closely with care teams, help coordinate extended services, and support ongoing improvements to accessible, comprehensive care, including the transition toward the NISK model of care.

💼 Apply on: https://bit.ly/4dF7WS4

05/22/2026

🌸 Cervical Cancer Screening – Women’s Health Day 🌸

Women’s Health Day is back! Hosted by the Chayo Clinic, this event is an opportunity to focus on your health. 💗

Join us on Thursday, 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 𝟰𝘁𝗵, 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝟵 𝗔𝗠 𝘁𝗼 𝟰 𝗣𝗠, to receive HPV Screening. 🩺

The HPV test looks for the virus that can cause changes in the cells of the cervix. Detecting these changes early allows for follow-up and treatment long before they become dangerous. ✨

Screening is recommended for most people aged 25 to 65 years old who have a cervix, no matter the circumstances.

✔️ Most people only need screening every 5 years when the result is normal.
✔️ Some people may need screening every 3 years.

📞 Book a screening appointment today:
Call the Chayo Clinic at 𝟰𝟭𝟴-𝟵𝟮𝟯-𝟯𝟯𝟳𝟲 and ask for one of our Primary Care Community Representatives (PCCRs) at extensions 𝟰𝟮𝟳𝟬𝟭 𝗼𝗿 𝟰𝟮𝟳𝟬𝟲.

05/22/2026

⏰ Reminder: Applications close May 24!
We’re still looking for a Director of Youth Protection to join our team in Mistissini or Chisasibi.

This important leadership role supports children, youth, and families across the nine communities of Eeyou Istchee through culturally grounded youth protection services and strong community collaboration. 💛

If you have experience in leadership, youth protection, and team management, we encourage you to apply.

👉 Learn more and apply: https://bit.ly/4nhePO4

05/16/2026

To help guide the future orientations for mental health, homelessness and addiction, the Quebec Ministry of Health and Social Services is listening to organizations, experts and citizens. The goal is to better understand the needs and realities of people affected by these issues.

A consultation is open to the population until June 6th through an online platform: https://consultation.quebec.ca/processes/SanteMentale-Itinerance-Dependance/f/684/?locale=en

This is an opportunity for the Nation to have a voice of influence and share our perspective on needs, challenges, promising practices and proposed solutions.

In addition to the call for briefs, the Gouvernement du Québec wanted to provide a space for experts by experience[1] who are participating actively in the collective discussion. As part of the call for input, it was proposed that they voice their concerns regarding mental health, homelessness and/...

05/08/2026

💬 May is the Month of Hearing and Communication, and we want to bring awareness about aphasia, a communication difficulty that often appears after a stroke. Did you know that speech therapy can help adults with aphasia?

Here's how you can support someone in your community living with aphasia:

🔸 Get their attention before talking
⏳ Give them more time to answer
🔊 Keep your voice at a normal level
🗣️ Slow down your speech a little
🔸 Avoid finishing their sentences
📝 Suggest that they write things down or show you a picture

👉 Learn more about aphasia: https://bit.ly/48jZBBz