Call for Art: Indigenous-Inspired Artwork for Cancer Care/Treatment Locations serving our Indigenous communities

Project Overview: We are excited to announce an opportunity for Indigenous artists to contribute to a meaningful and impactful project aimed at enhancing the experience of Indigenous cancer patients across the Gaspé region. Our cancer care locations, in collaboration with the Mawlugutinej Cancer Screening Clinic, are seeking Indigenous-inspired artwork to represent and celebrate Indigenous culture, values, and heritage within our facilities.

Objective: The goal of this project is to create a welcoming and culturally resonant environment for Indigenous patients undergoing cancer treatment as well as raise awareness with recognition while celebrating our culture. By incorporating Indigenous art into our spaces and marketing campaigns, we aim to foster a sense of belonging, respect, and connection, while also honoring and elevating Indigenous perspectives within our healthcare systems.

Eligibility: This call is open to all Indigenous artists. We welcome submissions from individuals or groups across various artistic disciplines, including painting, digital art, and mixed media.

Submission Guidelines:

1. Artwork Theme: Submissions should reflect Indigenous themes, stories, or symbols. We encourage artworks that explore concepts of healing, community, strength, and resilience.
2. Medium: Artworks can be in any medium that can be photographed and displayed or installed within a healthcare environment, including but limited to paintings, prints, textiles, and digital installations.
3. Dimensions: Artworks should be adaptable to various display spaces and digital format. Please provide dimensions and installation requirements with your submission.
4. Submission Materials:
   • • A brief artist statement (200-300 words) explaining the artwork’s inspiration, significance, and connection to Indigenous culture.
     • High-quality images of the artwork.
5. Deadline: All submissions must be received by March 25, 2025. Late submissions will NOT be considered.

Selection Criteria: Submissions will be reviewed by a panel comprising representatives from cancer treatment centers, the Mawlugutinej Cancer Screening Clinic, and Indigenous community members. Artworks will be selected based on:

• • Cultural relevance and authenticity.
  • Artistic quality and creativity.
  • Suitability for healthcare environments.

Compensation: Selected artists will receive compensation for their original works in the based-on standing:

• • 1st Prize: $1000 and the chosen artwork will be prominently displayed in cancer treatment facilities that serve our community members in Quebec, Artist spotlight feature
  • 2nd Prize: $500 and your chosen artwork will be used in digital marketing as well as print to help Mawlugutinej Cancer Screening Clinic spread awareness.

**Selected winners will become part of Mawlugutinej’s Cancer Screening Clinic history; your original work of art will be prominently displayed at treatment centers that serve our community members. Help us to create a welcoming and culturally resonant environment for Indigenous patients undergoing cancer treatment as well as raise awareness with recognition while celebrating our culture.

How to Apply: Please send your submission materials to tanya.webster@listuguj.ca with the subject line “Indigenous Art Submission – [Your Name]”. If you have any questions or need further information, feel free to contact Tanya Webster at 418-788-2155.

We are thrilled to collaborate with Indigenous artists on this important initiative and look forward to showcasing your inspiring work.

Thank you for your contribution to this vital project and for your dedication to enhancing the well-being of Indigenous patients across Quebec.

Sincerely,

Tanya Webster

Project Manager

Mawlugutinej Cancer Screening Clinic

tanya.webster@listuguj.ca

The Listuguj Community Health Center is pleased to announce that the Bivalent Moderna COVID Vaccine will be available in Listuguj.

We will be offering the Bivalent Moderna COVID vaccine to all Listuguj community members 18 years and over who:

 Have received at least two doses of a previous COVID vaccine (Moderna or Phizer) and it has been more than 5 months since your last dose

 Or

 You have had a previous dose(s) of a COVID vaccine and have had COVID.  It must be at least 3 months since the infection.

 

Our vaccination clinic will be held in the community at the Listuguj Community Health center on October 7^th, 2022

Our clinic will run from 9-4. By appointment only.

Call the Health Center at 418-788-2155 and speak with Jennifer Caplin, for an appointment.

We will require your name, date of birth and Medicare number.

If you have any questions regarding the Covid-19 vaccine, please give us a call.

The Listuguj Community Health Services will be hosting a Lunch and Learn on Wednesday May 25^th from 12noon-1pm at the Elder’s Lodge.

There will be food, prizes and this month’s “Lunch and Learn” theme is “Summer Nutrition” with Registered Dietitian Mallory Campbell.

 

Please be advised that the Listuguj Community Health Services will be closed tomorrow for the funeral of Patsy Gray.  Office hours will resume on Friday, May 13^th, 2022.

Furthermore, on Thursday, May 12, 2022 the Medical Taxi will not be in service.  Keep your receipt for the Medical  taxi along with the Medical Attestation stating that you were at your appointment in order to get reimbursed.