Art by Isaac Murdoch
Hello relatives! During this difficult time, we wanted to put together some links for Indigenous folks north of the medicine line, specifically. We hope that you’re all staying safe; we will get through this like we always have. If you have any other COVID-19 resources that would be good for Indigenous folks to have access to, please send them to lindsey@indigenousclimateaction.com
This page will also be updated with resources as they come out
Every Sickness has a herb to cure it.-BlackCloud
In case you missed it, Indigenous Climate Action and Idle No More hosted a webinar on Covid19 and Indigenous communities. You can watch it here.
Photo- John Locher:AP Photo
Elderly hour started at 6am Bashas in Arizona. Elders really needed this time for their own shopping. Kenny Corona Sanchez
HEALTH PROTOCOLS
Symptoms
Cold or Allergies:
Itchy eyes
Stuffy nose
Sneezing
Flu or coronavirus:
Fever
Fatigue
Body Aches
Cough
Worsening symptoms
Coronavirus:
Shortness of breath
History of travel
Exposure to a confirmed person
Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez, center, meets with other Navajo Nation officials to discuss the coronavirus crisis.Navajo Nation
Defining Coronavirus Symptoms – mild, moderate & severe
Common Questions about COVID-19
How to apply for EI sickness benefits and the new emergency worker fund
Canada’s COVID-19 Economic Response plan – supports for individuals & business
Please call TeleHealth before visiting a doctor or the emergency room:
Toll–free throughout Alberta: 1-866-408-LINK (4565);
Edmonton: 780-408-LINK (4565); Calgary: 403-943-LINK (4565)
Toll–free throughout Manitoba: 1-888-315-9257
Winnipeg: 788-8200
New Brunswick, Quebec, BC, Nova Scotia: 811
Ontario: 1-866-797-0000
Saskatchewan: 1-877-800-0002
Use the SKODEN Protocol (from 4Rs Youth Movement):
If you are displaying symptoms of coronavirus, check-in on the SKODEN protocol: S – Severe symptoms, go to the doctor; K – know the precautions; O – Obey social distancing; D – Don’t touch your face; E – Every time wash your hands for 20+ seconds; N – Nose and mouth should be covered if coughing.
SOCIAL DISTANCING
Social Distancing: This is Not a Snow Day [Asaf Bitton, Medium]
The Dos and Don’ts of ‘Social Distancing’
How to “flatten the curve”
Slowing The Spread Of Coronavirus Is Easier Than You Think: Just Stay Home [Buzzfeed]
Cancel Everything – social distancing is the only way to stop the coronavirus
When Social Distancing is a Matter of Life and Death
ENTERTAINMENT FOR CHILDREN
Virtual field trips list
Anaana’s Tent: website with songs, videos and games in English and Inuktut
PBS Space Time
Scholastic offering free online courses for Kids
Giant List of Ideas for Being at Home with Kids
APTN Kids: shows for Indigenous children
EMERGENCY FUNDS
Resources for artists, writers and media workers during shutdowns
A summary of COVID-19 emegency funds
