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Request for Proposals: Payment Certifier Services
Request for Proposals The Weeneebayko Area Health Authority (WAHA) has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Payment Certifier Services. The RFP is now open for submissions. The successful proponent will provide payment certification services for the WAHA Moose Factory Island Ambulatory Care Centre (MFIACC) and Offsite Available Position Infrastructure Upgrades projects. Services will include…
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Tender Opportunity: Marine Transfer Unit Development Project
The Weeneebayko Area Health Authority (WAHA) Marine Transfer Unit Development Project is now open for the submission of lump sum tenders. The project includes the construction of a new roadway extending from Airport Road to the dock location, along with an associated parking lot and passenger shelter. The work site is located at the intersection…
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Mental Health Department Temporarily Relocated
The Weeneebayko Area Health Authority (WAHA) Mental Health Department has temporarily relocated and is now operating from the Government Building at: 34 Revillion RoadMoosonee, ON Hours of Operation Monday to Friday8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Accessing the Temporary Location Clients and visitors are asked to use the entrance located between the Service Canada entrance and the Porcupine Health…
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Visual Storytelling and Sharing Circles Reveal Community-Led Path to Indigenous Heart Health
CJC Open’s first arts-based graphic report highlights the need to blend Indigenous and Western approaches for holistic strategies that overcome systemic barriers to well-being June 11, 2026 – A novel study among Indigenous communities in Canada utilizing sharing circles as the primary method of qualitative data collection shows that heart health is shaped by emotional,…
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Medical Appointments During Evacuation
Patient Information and Support Contacts Patient Responsibilities Liaison (Host Site/First Nation/Town) Responsibilities Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) Responsibilities Ininew Patient Services (IPS) Responsibilities Weeneebayko Area Health Authority (WAHA) Medical Transportation Responsibilities Contact Information Indigenous Services Canada Phone: 1-877-779-7749 Email: evacuationsssna-nihbevacuations@sac-isc.gc.ca Ininew Patient Services (IPS) Phone: 1-613-544-3400 ext. 23074 Email: referralsIPS@kingstonhsc.ca Weeneebayko Area Health Authority (WAHA) Medical…
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WAHA Medical Transportation clients can now confirm travel arrangements via email
WAHA Medical Transportation clients can confirm their travel arrangements by emailing Travel.Confirmation@waha.ca To ensure a smooth and stress-free travel experience, we kindly ask that all clients confirm their travel at least three days before their departure date; earlier confirmation is strongly encouraged. When confirming travel arrangements. please provide: Please note, Travel.Confirmation@waha.ca is for travel…
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Winter Road Travel Guidance
Practice good road safety while travelling along the James Bay Winter Road (north) and Wetum Road (south) this winter WAHA medical transportation provides clients with access to medically required health services that aren’t provided on the reserve or in their community of residence. This transportation includes year-round air and train service to our clients. Clients…
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Notice: Mental health services to be transferred to NIHB mental health program
Effective January 1, 2026, Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) is transferring mental health services provided by the Indian Residential School (IRS) program to the NIHB mental health program. This notice explains how new and existing clients will access counselling services during the transition from the IRS program to the non-insured health benefits (NIHB) mental health program…
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NIHB Medical Transportation Travel Guidelines
Charter and Commercial Flights Personal Information Patients must ensure their personal information is accurate when registering at their health center. Personal identification information such as name and date of birth must match exactly with the identification being used for medical travel. Transport Canada Regulations & Pre-Flight Requirements In 2020, Transport Canada implemented new pilot duty…
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New Leadership in Diagnostic Imaging Service at WAHA
Building on our strong foundation, Weeneebayko Area Health Authority (WAHA) and Timmins and District Hospital (TADH) are pleased to announce an expanded partnership to include a formal leadership role for the Diagnostic Imaging Service. This strategic growth enhances our shared commitment to delivering high-quality care and specialized services in the James and Hudson Bay region. …
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New Indigenous Harm Reduction Program launches
WAHA responds to toxic drug supply crisis, and opioid poisonings As Indigenous communities continue to face the devastating impacts of a toxic drug supply and the rising number of opioid poisonings, the Weeneebayko Area Health Authority (WAHA) is launching its new Indigenous Harm Reduction program. Harm reduction is a lifesaving and culturally grounded response to…
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Introducing HPV Self-Collection
Cervical cancer is almost entirely preventable. Screening tests like HPV self-collection can find HPV early, before it can cause cancer. What is Cervical Cancer? Cervical cancer is cancer in the cervix. The cervix is a body part that connects the uterus (womb) to the vagina (genital opening). Cervical cancer is almost always caused by human…