Poitras, Amanda2025-04-152025-04-152025https://hdl.handle.net/1828/21947This thesis investigates the role of Traditional Indigenous Medicine (TIM) among the Mikisew Cree, Athabasca Chipewyan, and Metis communities of the Peace-Athabasca Delta region in northeastern Alberta, focusing on its contribution to health and cultural resilience. Using community-based and Indigenous research methods, including storytelling, land-based experiences, and thematic analysis, this study highlights TIM’s holistic approach to physical, emotional, spiritual, and mental well-being. Findings reveal the impacts of colonial disruptions on TIM knowledge and emphasize the community’s active efforts in revitalizing these practices for future generations. The research also identifies access barriers to TIM and explores pathways for integration into healthcare systems, aiming to support culturally relevant health practices that foster holistic wellness. By centering community voices and honoring traditional protocols, this work contributes to preserving TIM knowledge and strengthening ongoing cultural health initiatives in Indigenous communities.enAvailable to the World Wide WebTraditional Indigenous medicineMikisew CreeCultural resilienceHolistic healthCommunity-based researchThesis