Representatives from Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak (MKO), Keewatinohk Inniniw Minoayawin (KIM), and the Northern Regional Health Authority (NRHA) signed a Declaration to Eliminate All Forms of Indigenous-Specific Racism. The signing of this declaration is a major step forward in working to end the racism Indigenous Peoples face when accessing or working within the healthcare system in Northern Manitoba. “For years, First Nations citizens have shared stories reflecting their encounters with racism while they are trying to access health care,” shared MKO Grand Chief Garrison Settee. “Today, I was pleased to sign a declaration that shows our commitment to working in partnership to eliminate all forms of racism that impact Indigenous Peoples accessing health care in Northern Manitoba. Health care is a Treaty right. My hope is this is one of the first steps in helping us to build a positive experience for MKO citizens who have the right to access culturally safe healthcare services in the Northern Health Region.”