Seriously though, this is a blog that needs to be noticed. I think as Canadians and nurses, we often get so mired in our own worlds we forget to look at the world around us and consider how things like economics, the environment, poverty, socialization and culture can impact health and well-being.

Nicely done - sounds like a great trip. Like Lisa who already commented, I'd love to know whether you think your experiences could somehow inform the current discussion around pipelines in BC.

Your observations and reflections are well presented; evoking careful reflection and resolve within we who become involved readers. Well Done. May You be well and progressively inspired, encouraged, and equipped to pursue Your call into nursing and more! Thanks.

Thank you so much for writing this - what an amazing experience!

Do you think that your observations would be informative in the discussion around the northern pipeline? I would think that the experiences in aboriginal villages could be very much the same if the pipeline goes ahead. Have you considered additional ways of warning or flagging about how social determinants of health could be impacted by environmentally hazardous 'progress'? I think you are right in that there are parallels to be considered.