Indigenous, First Nations and Aboriginal peoples in Canada are at a greater risk of mental health battles due to systemic colonization which branches off into many aspects of a persons overall existence and life experience. 

         Colonization has created inequalities within indigenous communities, these inequalities include but are not limited to:

• poorly sustained housing
• a lack of appropriate medical/ mental and educational resources for families
• a lack of incorporation of traditional ways of life
• systemic trauma from history of residential schools, as well as many many more factors.          

          My hope for starting this petition is to raise awareness in hopes to combat Indigenous suicide, which often happens in remote communities where there might be a lack of mental health supports and or recreation for youth to help redirect depression and substance use that could lead to suicide thoughts or attempts. Please sign and share for awareness.