This course provides an overview of First Nations health and of the factors influencing health status among First Nations peoples, particularly those living in Northern and remote regions. Current barriers to health and culturally sensitive nursing implications are explored in the context of historically significant events. Students will discuss aspects of health related to First Nations' groups such as poverty, women's health, mental health issues, and traditional healing approaches as well as the effects of the social determinants of health. The meaning of health and healing from a First Nations' perspective will be explored and diverse First Nations' healing practices on promoting, maintaining, and regaining health will be included.