Launched in fall 2008, this community learning series provides health service providers in Aboriginal communities with culturally relevant health education tools to promote awareness of colorectal cancer.
Although colorectal cancer is on the rise in the Aboriginal population, it is 90% curable when caught early through regular screening.
Train-the-trainer education sessions for Aboriginal health service providers
Find out moreThe Let’s take a stand against… colorectal cancer! toolkit was created after a needs assessment in 2006 and 2007 showed that Aboriginal communities in general lacked important information about colorectal cancer, including its causes, symptoms and recommended prevention strategies.
Purpose
- Increase understanding within Aboriginal communities about the importance of cancer prevention and colorectal cancer screening
- Raise awareness and knowledge about colorectal cancer
- Increase participation in screening among Ontario’s Aboriginal population
What's in the toolkit?
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Colorectal cancer symptom wheel
An interactive tool that highlights the signs and symptoms of colorectal cancer using illustrations of Aboriginal people. |
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Colorectal cancer educational playing cards
Actual playing cards that promote learning while engaging in a fun activity. The cards use illustrations of Aboriginal people to highlight ways to prevent and manage cancer. Available in English and Ojicree. |
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Poster – Seven Grandfather Teachings
An 11” x 17” poster based on the Seven Grandfather Teachings with advice for healthy living and colorectal cancer prevention related to each teaching. Available in English and Ojicree. |
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Poster – Get Screened
An 11” x 17” poster featuring Aboriginal comedian Leonard Dick promoting colorectal cancer screening. Available in English and Ojicree.
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Poster – Cycle of Life
An 11” x 17” poster based on the Cycle of Life that provides advice for healthy living and colorectal cancer prevention at all stages of life. Available in English and Ojicree. |
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Reference manual
Background information about colorectal cancer, risk factors, screening, and prevention; where to find trustworthy sources of cancer information
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Facilitator’s guide
How to get the most out of the toolkit
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Compact disk
Electronic copies of the tools, manual and guide, as well as a ready-to-use PowerPoint slide deck |
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Download our public service radio ads
Aboriginal Voices Radio Prevention is the main focus of this empowering message, which suggests how to reduce your risk of getting colorectal cancer, and where you can find more information. This radio spot is played in the Toronto and Ottawa areas.
Wawatay Radio NetworkWith a similar message to the first radio spot, this version airs across Northeastern and Northwestern Ontario.
Wawatay Radio Network - OjicreeGeared toward those who speak Ojicree as their first language, this ad informs and educates the listener while being sensitive to and respectful of the audience's cultural perspectives. This radio spot is played in Northwestern Ontario.
Wawatay Radio Network - Leonard DickWell known and respected Aboriginal comedian Leonard Dick narrates this empowering and positive message promoting prevention and screening. This radio spot is played in Northwestern and Northeastern Ontario.
Questions?
Send related enquiries to rachel.zappia@cancercare.on.ca.
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