The Indian Hospital System – Its History and Impacts

RSVP by Apr 21, 2026

A public lecture by Dr. Mike DeGagné, Community Engagement Facilitator for the Indian Hospital Foundation, on Thursday, April 23 at 12 p.m.

Dr. DeGagné will examine the origins of the Indian hospital system, its impacts on Indigenous health, how the Hardy settlement intended to address these issues and, ultimately, the Indian hospital impact on Reconciliation.

We recognize the sensitivity of this history and the ongoing impacts. Wellness supports will be available onsite. All are welcome to attend in a spirit of learning, respect and remembrance.
Frederic Gaspard Theatre (formerly Theatre A), Bannatyne Campus, Basic Medical Sciences Building

Dr. Mike DeGagné is a member of the Animakee Wa Zhing 37 First Nation whose career has focused on Indigenous education, healing and community wellbeing, including his leadership as President & CEO of Indspire and as the founding Executive Director of the Aboriginal Healing Foundation.

RSVP by April 21, 2026, for this important conversation.

If you have any questions, please email Renata.Castro@umanitoba.ca
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