The Aboriginal Patient Navigator provides support and advocacy for patients, family & community members who self-identify with Aboriginal Ancestry - First Nations (on & off reserve, status or non-status), Metis and Inuit by facilitating and coordinating access to cancer services for palliative and supportive care and addressing cultural and spiritual needs.

Services include:

• Translation services in Cree, Oji-Cree and Ojibway
• Support before, during or after clinical appointments
• Linking patients and families to community resources
• Tele-visitation services with remote family members
• Provides information and education in a culturally sensitive manner
• Acts as a liaison and advocate between the care team, patients and families
• Assistance with Discharge planning