Indigenous Health

The Indigenous Internship Program is a paid, experiential learning opportunity designed for Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, Inuit) post-secondary students to gain work experience in public health and contribute their skills, knowledge, and lived experience to Public Health Ontario’s (PHO) ongoing work.

PHO is committed to meaningful partnerships with Indigenous communities to support improved health outcomes. This page provides information and updates related to PHO’s ongoing engagement with Indigenous communities.

The Indigenous Partnership Council brings together Indigenous public health experts, Knowledge Keepers, elders, and community representatives, to provide expert, community‑driven advice, guidance, and recommendations to support the development and implementation of the Indigenous Strategy.