COVID-19 Resources for First Nations, Métis and Inuit

Acknowledgement

As part of the Region of Waterloo's ongoing commitment to Reconciliation, the following territorial acknowledgement serves to honour the ongoing relationship building process with Indigenous communities. This acknowledgement is a continual reminder of the past, current and ongoing work the Region must undertake in its steps towards Truth and Reconciliation.

The Region of Waterloo is situated on the land traditionally used by the Haudenosaunee, Anishnaabe, and Neutral Peoples. We acknowledge the enduring presence and deep traditional knowledge, contributions and philosophies of the Indigenous People with whom we share this land today.

COVID-19 Vaccine Resources for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit

Breakthrough Infections Q&A: What Does It Mean For Vaccines? - First Nations Health Authority
COVID-19 Vaccines and Indigenous Peoples - Indigenous Services Canada
Indigenous COVID-19 Vaccine Resources - University of Toronto
The Facts About Covid-19 Vaccine Fact Sheet - First Nations Health Authority

COVID-19 Resources for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit

Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Indigenous Communities - Indigenous Services Canada
COVID-19 - First Nations Health Authority
Indigenous COVID-19 Information and Resources Guide - University of Toronto

Local Partners

COVID-19 Information - KW Urban Native Wigwam Project
COVID-19 Vaccine - Healing of the Seven Generations
COVID-19 Vaccine Booking Information - Anishnabeg Outreach

Additional Resources and First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Organizations

COVID-19 - National Association of Friendship Centres
COVID-19 Support Programs - Metis Nation of Ontario
Summary of COVID-19 in First Nations Communities - Government of Canada
Updates on COVID-19 - National Collaborating Centre of Indigenous Health

Frequently asked questions

For Indigenous people to get the COVID-19 vaccine, what is considered an “Indigenous” person and do they require a status card to register?

Vaccination clinic staff will not be asking for status cards. The term “Indigenous” refers to anyone who self-identifies as either First Nations, Metis or Inuit – status cards or any other type of proof of indigeneity is not required.

Where can I get a COVID-19 vaccine?

Please check our Get a Vaccine page for more information on who is eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccine and how to receive a COVID-19 vaccine.