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SUMMARY:14th Annual Alive and Running VA 5K Run-Walk
DESCRIPTION:Healing Oncology Partnerships for Equity (HOPE) Listening Session Amplifies Tribal Voices to Improve Cancer Care Access in Sault Ste. Marie\nSAULT STE. MARIE – The Healing Oncology Partnerships for Equity (HOPE) initiative is proud to announce an upcoming Listening Session on Tuesday\, August 5 – Wednesday\, August 6 at the Kewadin Casino Conference Center in Sault Ste. Marie.  This event is dedicated to uplifting the voices of the Bay Mills Indian Community and Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians community members to address disparities in cancer care for Native Americans living in rural areas of Northern Michigan. This event symbolizes the power of a single voice in creating change in Tribal\, State and National health systems to create support for Native Americans who are enduring a journey with cancer.    \nThis community listening session is hosted by the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan and is part of a larger collaborative project with Corewell Health\, with funding from the Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute (EACB\, 34437).  The HOPE project is not research; it is specifically designed to communicate cultural\, spiritual and cancer care needs of our communities.  This has the power to motivate health systems to change their practices and promote future research in areas where care methods do not support our rural tribal communities.   \nRooted in respect\, partnership\, and shared knowledge\, the HOPE Listening Sessions will center Indigenous voices and lived experiences of cancer patients\, their family members\, and caregivers of individuals on the journey of a cancer diagnosis.  We also want to include the voices of family members who have lost a loved one to cancer.  Your voices will guide future strategies that will improve access to timely\, culturally centered cancer care. By listening deeply\, the HOPE staff from the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan aims to understand the barriers and with you\, co-develop solutions that resonate within the needs of the Bay Mills and Sault Tribe community.    \n“Just as a single stone causes ripples across an entire pond\, one voice — one story — can influence policies\, programs\, and practices that reach far beyond the moment it’s shared\,” said Dr. Frank Animikwam of the HOPE Initiative. “Our mission is to honor those voices and ensure they shape the future of cancer care in tribal communities.”  \nYou can register yourself or your family members for this event taking place on Tuesday\, August 5 – Wednesday\, August 6\, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm in the Grand Ballroom at the Kewadin Casino Conference Center by calling Chelby Archambeau 906-632-6896 x.108\, or chelby.archambeau@itcmi.org .  Cancer survivors\, caregivers\, and health system staff attending this event will receive a gas-card to support transportation costs   \nEvent Details  \nEvent Name: HOPE Listening Session for Bay Mills Indian Community and Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians Date: Tuesday\, August 5 and Wednesday\, August 6\, 2025 Location: Kewadin Casino Conference Center\, 2186 Shunk Rd\, Sault Ste. Marie\, MI 49783 Time: 9:30 am – 2:00 pm RSVP/Registration: Chelby Archambeau\, 906-632-6896 x.108  \nThe Listening Session will include guided conversations with tribal elders\, community health representatives\, patients\, and family caregivers. Insights from this session will inform future policies\, outreach\, and services\, ensuring they are community-driven and equity-focused.  \nHOPE is committed to building long-term partnerships with tribal nations to support healing\, hope\, and health. The Listening Session is just one of many steps toward reducing the cancer burden and improving health outcomes in rural and underserved Indigenous communities.
URL:https://www.itcmi.org/event/14th-annual-alive-and-running-va-5k-run-walk/
LOCATION:Battle Creek VA Medical Building\, 5500 Armstrong Road\, Battle Creek\, 49037\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260914
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260917
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SUMMARY:Mobile Mammogram Unit: KBIC Health System
DESCRIPTION:Healing Oncology Partnerships for Equity (HOPE) Listening Session Amplifies Tribal Voices to Improve Cancer Care Access in Sault Ste. Marie\nSAULT STE. MARIE – The Healing Oncology Partnerships for Equity (HOPE) initiative is proud to announce an upcoming Listening Session on Tuesday\, August 5 – Wednesday\, August 6 at the Kewadin Casino Conference Center in Sault Ste. Marie.  This event is dedicated to uplifting the voices of the Bay Mills Indian Community and Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians community members to address disparities in cancer care for Native Americans living in rural areas of Northern Michigan. This event symbolizes the power of a single voice in creating change in Tribal\, State and National health systems to create support for Native Americans who are enduring a journey with cancer.    \nThis community listening session is hosted by the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan and is part of a larger collaborative project with Corewell Health\, with funding from the Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute (EACB\, 34437).  The HOPE project is not research; it is specifically designed to communicate cultural\, spiritual and cancer care needs of our communities.  This has the power to motivate health systems to change their practices and promote future research in areas where care methods do not support our rural tribal communities.   \nRooted in respect\, partnership\, and shared knowledge\, the HOPE Listening Sessions will center Indigenous voices and lived experiences of cancer patients\, their family members\, and caregivers of individuals on the journey of a cancer diagnosis.  We also want to include the voices of family members who have lost a loved one to cancer.  Your voices will guide future strategies that will improve access to timely\, culturally centered cancer care. By listening deeply\, the HOPE staff from the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan aims to understand the barriers and with you\, co-develop solutions that resonate within the needs of the Bay Mills and Sault Tribe community.    \n“Just as a single stone causes ripples across an entire pond\, one voice — one story — can influence policies\, programs\, and practices that reach far beyond the moment it’s shared\,” said Dr. Frank Animikwam of the HOPE Initiative. “Our mission is to honor those voices and ensure they shape the future of cancer care in tribal communities.”  \nYou can register yourself or your family members for this event taking place on Tuesday\, August 5 – Wednesday\, August 6\, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm in the Grand Ballroom at the Kewadin Casino Conference Center by calling Chelby Archambeau 906-632-6896 x.108\, or chelby.archambeau@itcmi.org .  Cancer survivors\, caregivers\, and health system staff attending this event will receive a gas-card to support transportation costs   \nEvent Details  \nEvent Name: HOPE Listening Session for Bay Mills Indian Community and Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians Date: Tuesday\, August 5 and Wednesday\, August 6\, 2025 Location: Kewadin Casino Conference Center\, 2186 Shunk Rd\, Sault Ste. Marie\, MI 49783 Time: 9:30 am – 2:00 pm RSVP/Registration: Chelby Archambeau\, 906-632-6896 x.108  \nThe Listening Session will include guided conversations with tribal elders\, community health representatives\, patients\, and family caregivers. Insights from this session will inform future policies\, outreach\, and services\, ensuring they are community-driven and equity-focused.  \nHOPE is committed to building long-term partnerships with tribal nations to support healing\, hope\, and health. The Listening Session is just one of many steps toward reducing the cancer burden and improving health outcomes in rural and underserved Indigenous communities.
URL:https://www.itcmi.org/event/mobile-mammogram-unit-kbic-health-system/
LOCATION:KBIC Health System\, 102 N Superior Avenue\, Baraga\, MI\, 49908\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260916T130000
DTSTAMP:20260924T095940
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SUMMARY:Engaging Advanced Practice Providers in Clinical Trial Enrollment:  From Awareness to Action
DESCRIPTION:Healing Oncology Partnerships for Equity (HOPE) Listening Session Amplifies Tribal Voices to Improve Cancer Care Access in Sault Ste. Marie\nSAULT STE. MARIE – The Healing Oncology Partnerships for Equity (HOPE) initiative is proud to announce an upcoming Listening Session on Tuesday\, August 5 – Wednesday\, August 6 at the Kewadin Casino Conference Center in Sault Ste. Marie.  This event is dedicated to uplifting the voices of the Bay Mills Indian Community and Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians community members to address disparities in cancer care for Native Americans living in rural areas of Northern Michigan. This event symbolizes the power of a single voice in creating change in Tribal\, State and National health systems to create support for Native Americans who are enduring a journey with cancer.    \nThis community listening session is hosted by the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan and is part of a larger collaborative project with Corewell Health\, with funding from the Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute (EACB\, 34437).  The HOPE project is not research; it is specifically designed to communicate cultural\, spiritual and cancer care needs of our communities.  This has the power to motivate health systems to change their practices and promote future research in areas where care methods do not support our rural tribal communities.   \nRooted in respect\, partnership\, and shared knowledge\, the HOPE Listening Sessions will center Indigenous voices and lived experiences of cancer patients\, their family members\, and caregivers of individuals on the journey of a cancer diagnosis.  We also want to include the voices of family members who have lost a loved one to cancer.  Your voices will guide future strategies that will improve access to timely\, culturally centered cancer care. By listening deeply\, the HOPE staff from the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan aims to understand the barriers and with you\, co-develop solutions that resonate within the needs of the Bay Mills and Sault Tribe community.    \n“Just as a single stone causes ripples across an entire pond\, one voice — one story — can influence policies\, programs\, and practices that reach far beyond the moment it’s shared\,” said Dr. Frank Animikwam of the HOPE Initiative. “Our mission is to honor those voices and ensure they shape the future of cancer care in tribal communities.”  \nYou can register yourself or your family members for this event taking place on Tuesday\, August 5 – Wednesday\, August 6\, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm in the Grand Ballroom at the Kewadin Casino Conference Center by calling Chelby Archambeau 906-632-6896 x.108\, or chelby.archambeau@itcmi.org .  Cancer survivors\, caregivers\, and health system staff attending this event will receive a gas-card to support transportation costs   \nEvent Details  \nEvent Name: HOPE Listening Session for Bay Mills Indian Community and Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians Date: Tuesday\, August 5 and Wednesday\, August 6\, 2025 Location: Kewadin Casino Conference Center\, 2186 Shunk Rd\, Sault Ste. Marie\, MI 49783 Time: 9:30 am – 2:00 pm RSVP/Registration: Chelby Archambeau\, 906-632-6896 x.108  \nThe Listening Session will include guided conversations with tribal elders\, community health representatives\, patients\, and family caregivers. Insights from this session will inform future policies\, outreach\, and services\, ensuring they are community-driven and equity-focused.  \nHOPE is committed to building long-term partnerships with tribal nations to support healing\, hope\, and health. The Listening Session is just one of many steps toward reducing the cancer burden and improving health outcomes in rural and underserved Indigenous communities.
URL:https://www.itcmi.org/event/engaging-advanced-practice-providers-in-clinical-trial-enrollment-from-awareness-to-action/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260916T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260916T190000
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SUMMARY:Cultural Craft Night
DESCRIPTION:Healing Oncology Partnerships for Equity (HOPE) Listening Session Amplifies Tribal Voices to Improve Cancer Care Access in Sault Ste. Marie\nSAULT STE. MARIE – The Healing Oncology Partnerships for Equity (HOPE) initiative is proud to announce an upcoming Listening Session on Tuesday\, August 5 – Wednesday\, August 6 at the Kewadin Casino Conference Center in Sault Ste. Marie.  This event is dedicated to uplifting the voices of the Bay Mills Indian Community and Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians community members to address disparities in cancer care for Native Americans living in rural areas of Northern Michigan. This event symbolizes the power of a single voice in creating change in Tribal\, State and National health systems to create support for Native Americans who are enduring a journey with cancer.    \nThis community listening session is hosted by the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan and is part of a larger collaborative project with Corewell Health\, with funding from the Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute (EACB\, 34437).  The HOPE project is not research; it is specifically designed to communicate cultural\, spiritual and cancer care needs of our communities.  This has the power to motivate health systems to change their practices and promote future research in areas where care methods do not support our rural tribal communities.   \nRooted in respect\, partnership\, and shared knowledge\, the HOPE Listening Sessions will center Indigenous voices and lived experiences of cancer patients\, their family members\, and caregivers of individuals on the journey of a cancer diagnosis.  We also want to include the voices of family members who have lost a loved one to cancer.  Your voices will guide future strategies that will improve access to timely\, culturally centered cancer care. By listening deeply\, the HOPE staff from the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan aims to understand the barriers and with you\, co-develop solutions that resonate within the needs of the Bay Mills and Sault Tribe community.    \n“Just as a single stone causes ripples across an entire pond\, one voice — one story — can influence policies\, programs\, and practices that reach far beyond the moment it’s shared\,” said Dr. Frank Animikwam of the HOPE Initiative. “Our mission is to honor those voices and ensure they shape the future of cancer care in tribal communities.”  \nYou can register yourself or your family members for this event taking place on Tuesday\, August 5 – Wednesday\, August 6\, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm in the Grand Ballroom at the Kewadin Casino Conference Center by calling Chelby Archambeau 906-632-6896 x.108\, or chelby.archambeau@itcmi.org .  Cancer survivors\, caregivers\, and health system staff attending this event will receive a gas-card to support transportation costs   \nEvent Details  \nEvent Name: HOPE Listening Session for Bay Mills Indian Community and Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians Date: Tuesday\, August 5 and Wednesday\, August 6\, 2025 Location: Kewadin Casino Conference Center\, 2186 Shunk Rd\, Sault Ste. Marie\, MI 49783 Time: 9:30 am – 2:00 pm RSVP/Registration: Chelby Archambeau\, 906-632-6896 x.108  \nThe Listening Session will include guided conversations with tribal elders\, community health representatives\, patients\, and family caregivers. Insights from this session will inform future policies\, outreach\, and services\, ensuring they are community-driven and equity-focused.  \nHOPE is committed to building long-term partnerships with tribal nations to support healing\, hope\, and health. The Listening Session is just one of many steps toward reducing the cancer burden and improving health outcomes in rural and underserved Indigenous communities.
URL:https://www.itcmi.org/event/cultural-craft-night-2/
LOCATION:American Indian Health and Family Services\, 4880 Lawndale\, Detroit\, 48210\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260917
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260918
DTSTAMP:20260924T095940
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SUMMARY:Mobile Mammogram Unit: Island Resort and Casino
DESCRIPTION:Healing Oncology Partnerships for Equity (HOPE) Listening Session Amplifies Tribal Voices to Improve Cancer Care Access in Sault Ste. Marie\nSAULT STE. MARIE – The Healing Oncology Partnerships for Equity (HOPE) initiative is proud to announce an upcoming Listening Session on Tuesday\, August 5 – Wednesday\, August 6 at the Kewadin Casino Conference Center in Sault Ste. Marie.  This event is dedicated to uplifting the voices of the Bay Mills Indian Community and Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians community members to address disparities in cancer care for Native Americans living in rural areas of Northern Michigan. This event symbolizes the power of a single voice in creating change in Tribal\, State and National health systems to create support for Native Americans who are enduring a journey with cancer.    \nThis community listening session is hosted by the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan and is part of a larger collaborative project with Corewell Health\, with funding from the Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute (EACB\, 34437).  The HOPE project is not research; it is specifically designed to communicate cultural\, spiritual and cancer care needs of our communities.  This has the power to motivate health systems to change their practices and promote future research in areas where care methods do not support our rural tribal communities.   \nRooted in respect\, partnership\, and shared knowledge\, the HOPE Listening Sessions will center Indigenous voices and lived experiences of cancer patients\, their family members\, and caregivers of individuals on the journey of a cancer diagnosis.  We also want to include the voices of family members who have lost a loved one to cancer.  Your voices will guide future strategies that will improve access to timely\, culturally centered cancer care. By listening deeply\, the HOPE staff from the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan aims to understand the barriers and with you\, co-develop solutions that resonate within the needs of the Bay Mills and Sault Tribe community.    \n“Just as a single stone causes ripples across an entire pond\, one voice — one story — can influence policies\, programs\, and practices that reach far beyond the moment it’s shared\,” said Dr. Frank Animikwam of the HOPE Initiative. “Our mission is to honor those voices and ensure they shape the future of cancer care in tribal communities.”  \nYou can register yourself or your family members for this event taking place on Tuesday\, August 5 – Wednesday\, August 6\, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm in the Grand Ballroom at the Kewadin Casino Conference Center by calling Chelby Archambeau 906-632-6896 x.108\, or chelby.archambeau@itcmi.org .  Cancer survivors\, caregivers\, and health system staff attending this event will receive a gas-card to support transportation costs   \nEvent Details  \nEvent Name: HOPE Listening Session for Bay Mills Indian Community and Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians Date: Tuesday\, August 5 and Wednesday\, August 6\, 2025 Location: Kewadin Casino Conference Center\, 2186 Shunk Rd\, Sault Ste. Marie\, MI 49783 Time: 9:30 am – 2:00 pm RSVP/Registration: Chelby Archambeau\, 906-632-6896 x.108  \nThe Listening Session will include guided conversations with tribal elders\, community health representatives\, patients\, and family caregivers. Insights from this session will inform future policies\, outreach\, and services\, ensuring they are community-driven and equity-focused.  \nHOPE is committed to building long-term partnerships with tribal nations to support healing\, hope\, and health. The Listening Session is just one of many steps toward reducing the cancer burden and improving health outcomes in rural and underserved Indigenous communities.
URL:https://www.itcmi.org/event/mobile-mammogram-unit-island-resort-and-casino/
LOCATION:Island Resort and Casino\, W399 US Highway 2 & 41\, Harris\, MI\, 49845\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260917T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260917T140000
DTSTAMP:20260924T095940
CREATED:20260901T154528Z
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SUMMARY:A Faith-Based Approach to Infant Safe Sleep
DESCRIPTION:Healing Oncology Partnerships for Equity (HOPE) Listening Session Amplifies Tribal Voices to Improve Cancer Care Access in Sault Ste. Marie\nSAULT STE. MARIE – The Healing Oncology Partnerships for Equity (HOPE) initiative is proud to announce an upcoming Listening Session on Tuesday\, August 5 – Wednesday\, August 6 at the Kewadin Casino Conference Center in Sault Ste. Marie.  This event is dedicated to uplifting the voices of the Bay Mills Indian Community and Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians community members to address disparities in cancer care for Native Americans living in rural areas of Northern Michigan. This event symbolizes the power of a single voice in creating change in Tribal\, State and National health systems to create support for Native Americans who are enduring a journey with cancer.    \nThis community listening session is hosted by the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan and is part of a larger collaborative project with Corewell Health\, with funding from the Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute (EACB\, 34437).  The HOPE project is not research; it is specifically designed to communicate cultural\, spiritual and cancer care needs of our communities.  This has the power to motivate health systems to change their practices and promote future research in areas where care methods do not support our rural tribal communities.   \nRooted in respect\, partnership\, and shared knowledge\, the HOPE Listening Sessions will center Indigenous voices and lived experiences of cancer patients\, their family members\, and caregivers of individuals on the journey of a cancer diagnosis.  We also want to include the voices of family members who have lost a loved one to cancer.  Your voices will guide future strategies that will improve access to timely\, culturally centered cancer care. By listening deeply\, the HOPE staff from the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan aims to understand the barriers and with you\, co-develop solutions that resonate within the needs of the Bay Mills and Sault Tribe community.    \n“Just as a single stone causes ripples across an entire pond\, one voice — one story — can influence policies\, programs\, and practices that reach far beyond the moment it’s shared\,” said Dr. Frank Animikwam of the HOPE Initiative. “Our mission is to honor those voices and ensure they shape the future of cancer care in tribal communities.”  \nYou can register yourself or your family members for this event taking place on Tuesday\, August 5 – Wednesday\, August 6\, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm in the Grand Ballroom at the Kewadin Casino Conference Center by calling Chelby Archambeau 906-632-6896 x.108\, or chelby.archambeau@itcmi.org .  Cancer survivors\, caregivers\, and health system staff attending this event will receive a gas-card to support transportation costs   \nEvent Details  \nEvent Name: HOPE Listening Session for Bay Mills Indian Community and Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians Date: Tuesday\, August 5 and Wednesday\, August 6\, 2025 Location: Kewadin Casino Conference Center\, 2186 Shunk Rd\, Sault Ste. Marie\, MI 49783 Time: 9:30 am – 2:00 pm RSVP/Registration: Chelby Archambeau\, 906-632-6896 x.108  \nThe Listening Session will include guided conversations with tribal elders\, community health representatives\, patients\, and family caregivers. Insights from this session will inform future policies\, outreach\, and services\, ensuring they are community-driven and equity-focused.  \nHOPE is committed to building long-term partnerships with tribal nations to support healing\, hope\, and health. The Listening Session is just one of many steps toward reducing the cancer burden and improving health outcomes in rural and underserved Indigenous communities.
URL:https://www.itcmi.org/event/a-faith-based-approach-to-infant-safe-sleep/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260918
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260919
DTSTAMP:20260924T095940
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SUMMARY:Mobile Mammogram Unit: Hannahville Health Center
DESCRIPTION:Healing Oncology Partnerships for Equity (HOPE) Listening Session Amplifies Tribal Voices to Improve Cancer Care Access in Sault Ste. Marie\nSAULT STE. MARIE – The Healing Oncology Partnerships for Equity (HOPE) initiative is proud to announce an upcoming Listening Session on Tuesday\, August 5 – Wednesday\, August 6 at the Kewadin Casino Conference Center in Sault Ste. Marie.  This event is dedicated to uplifting the voices of the Bay Mills Indian Community and Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians community members to address disparities in cancer care for Native Americans living in rural areas of Northern Michigan. This event symbolizes the power of a single voice in creating change in Tribal\, State and National health systems to create support for Native Americans who are enduring a journey with cancer.    \nThis community listening session is hosted by the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan and is part of a larger collaborative project with Corewell Health\, with funding from the Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute (EACB\, 34437).  The HOPE project is not research; it is specifically designed to communicate cultural\, spiritual and cancer care needs of our communities.  This has the power to motivate health systems to change their practices and promote future research in areas where care methods do not support our rural tribal communities.   \nRooted in respect\, partnership\, and shared knowledge\, the HOPE Listening Sessions will center Indigenous voices and lived experiences of cancer patients\, their family members\, and caregivers of individuals on the journey of a cancer diagnosis.  We also want to include the voices of family members who have lost a loved one to cancer.  Your voices will guide future strategies that will improve access to timely\, culturally centered cancer care. By listening deeply\, the HOPE staff from the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan aims to understand the barriers and with you\, co-develop solutions that resonate within the needs of the Bay Mills and Sault Tribe community.    \n“Just as a single stone causes ripples across an entire pond\, one voice — one story — can influence policies\, programs\, and practices that reach far beyond the moment it’s shared\,” said Dr. Frank Animikwam of the HOPE Initiative. “Our mission is to honor those voices and ensure they shape the future of cancer care in tribal communities.”  \nYou can register yourself or your family members for this event taking place on Tuesday\, August 5 – Wednesday\, August 6\, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm in the Grand Ballroom at the Kewadin Casino Conference Center by calling Chelby Archambeau 906-632-6896 x.108\, or chelby.archambeau@itcmi.org .  Cancer survivors\, caregivers\, and health system staff attending this event will receive a gas-card to support transportation costs   \nEvent Details  \nEvent Name: HOPE Listening Session for Bay Mills Indian Community and Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians Date: Tuesday\, August 5 and Wednesday\, August 6\, 2025 Location: Kewadin Casino Conference Center\, 2186 Shunk Rd\, Sault Ste. Marie\, MI 49783 Time: 9:30 am – 2:00 pm RSVP/Registration: Chelby Archambeau\, 906-632-6896 x.108  \nThe Listening Session will include guided conversations with tribal elders\, community health representatives\, patients\, and family caregivers. Insights from this session will inform future policies\, outreach\, and services\, ensuring they are community-driven and equity-focused.  \nHOPE is committed to building long-term partnerships with tribal nations to support healing\, hope\, and health. The Listening Session is just one of many steps toward reducing the cancer burden and improving health outcomes in rural and underserved Indigenous communities.
URL:https://www.itcmi.org/event/mobile-mammogram-unit-hannahville-health-center/
LOCATION:Hannahville Health Center\, N15019 Hannahville B-1 Rd\, Wilson\, Michigan\, 49896\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260921T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260921T120000
DTSTAMP:20260924T095940
CREATED:20260908T142446Z
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UID:9023-1789988400-1789992000@www.itcmi.org
SUMMARY:New FDA Authorizations\, New Challenges:  How Tribal Policy Can Lead the Way
DESCRIPTION:Healing Oncology Partnerships for Equity (HOPE) Listening Session Amplifies Tribal Voices to Improve Cancer Care Access in Sault Ste. Marie\nSAULT STE. MARIE – The Healing Oncology Partnerships for Equity (HOPE) initiative is proud to announce an upcoming Listening Session on Tuesday\, August 5 – Wednesday\, August 6 at the Kewadin Casino Conference Center in Sault Ste. Marie.  This event is dedicated to uplifting the voices of the Bay Mills Indian Community and Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians community members to address disparities in cancer care for Native Americans living in rural areas of Northern Michigan. This event symbolizes the power of a single voice in creating change in Tribal\, State and National health systems to create support for Native Americans who are enduring a journey with cancer.    \nThis community listening session is hosted by the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan and is part of a larger collaborative project with Corewell Health\, with funding from the Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute (EACB\, 34437).  The HOPE project is not research; it is specifically designed to communicate cultural\, spiritual and cancer care needs of our communities.  This has the power to motivate health systems to change their practices and promote future research in areas where care methods do not support our rural tribal communities.   \nRooted in respect\, partnership\, and shared knowledge\, the HOPE Listening Sessions will center Indigenous voices and lived experiences of cancer patients\, their family members\, and caregivers of individuals on the journey of a cancer diagnosis.  We also want to include the voices of family members who have lost a loved one to cancer.  Your voices will guide future strategies that will improve access to timely\, culturally centered cancer care. By listening deeply\, the HOPE staff from the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan aims to understand the barriers and with you\, co-develop solutions that resonate within the needs of the Bay Mills and Sault Tribe community.    \n“Just as a single stone causes ripples across an entire pond\, one voice — one story — can influence policies\, programs\, and practices that reach far beyond the moment it’s shared\,” said Dr. Frank Animikwam of the HOPE Initiative. “Our mission is to honor those voices and ensure they shape the future of cancer care in tribal communities.”  \nYou can register yourself or your family members for this event taking place on Tuesday\, August 5 – Wednesday\, August 6\, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm in the Grand Ballroom at the Kewadin Casino Conference Center by calling Chelby Archambeau 906-632-6896 x.108\, or chelby.archambeau@itcmi.org .  Cancer survivors\, caregivers\, and health system staff attending this event will receive a gas-card to support transportation costs   \nEvent Details  \nEvent Name: HOPE Listening Session for Bay Mills Indian Community and Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians Date: Tuesday\, August 5 and Wednesday\, August 6\, 2025 Location: Kewadin Casino Conference Center\, 2186 Shunk Rd\, Sault Ste. Marie\, MI 49783 Time: 9:30 am – 2:00 pm RSVP/Registration: Chelby Archambeau\, 906-632-6896 x.108  \nThe Listening Session will include guided conversations with tribal elders\, community health representatives\, patients\, and family caregivers. Insights from this session will inform future policies\, outreach\, and services\, ensuring they are community-driven and equity-focused.  \nHOPE is committed to building long-term partnerships with tribal nations to support healing\, hope\, and health. The Listening Session is just one of many steps toward reducing the cancer burden and improving health outcomes in rural and underserved Indigenous communities.
URL:https://www.itcmi.org/event/new-fda-authorizations-new-challenges-how-tribal-policy-can-lead-the-way/
LOCATION:MI
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.itcmi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Headshot.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260923
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260925
DTSTAMP:20260924T095940
CREATED:20260724T141909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T142240Z
UID:8930-1790121600-1790294399@www.itcmi.org
SUMMARY:2026 Rural & Ready Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Healing Oncology Partnerships for Equity (HOPE) Listening Session Amplifies Tribal Voices to Improve Cancer Care Access in Sault Ste. Marie\nSAULT STE. MARIE – The Healing Oncology Partnerships for Equity (HOPE) initiative is proud to announce an upcoming Listening Session on Tuesday\, August 5 – Wednesday\, August 6 at the Kewadin Casino Conference Center in Sault Ste. Marie.  This event is dedicated to uplifting the voices of the Bay Mills Indian Community and Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians community members to address disparities in cancer care for Native Americans living in rural areas of Northern Michigan. This event symbolizes the power of a single voice in creating change in Tribal\, State and National health systems to create support for Native Americans who are enduring a journey with cancer.    \nThis community listening session is hosted by the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan and is part of a larger collaborative project with Corewell Health\, with funding from the Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute (EACB\, 34437).  The HOPE project is not research; it is specifically designed to communicate cultural\, spiritual and cancer care needs of our communities.  This has the power to motivate health systems to change their practices and promote future research in areas where care methods do not support our rural tribal communities.   \nRooted in respect\, partnership\, and shared knowledge\, the HOPE Listening Sessions will center Indigenous voices and lived experiences of cancer patients\, their family members\, and caregivers of individuals on the journey of a cancer diagnosis.  We also want to include the voices of family members who have lost a loved one to cancer.  Your voices will guide future strategies that will improve access to timely\, culturally centered cancer care. By listening deeply\, the HOPE staff from the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan aims to understand the barriers and with you\, co-develop solutions that resonate within the needs of the Bay Mills and Sault Tribe community.    \n“Just as a single stone causes ripples across an entire pond\, one voice — one story — can influence policies\, programs\, and practices that reach far beyond the moment it’s shared\,” said Dr. Frank Animikwam of the HOPE Initiative. “Our mission is to honor those voices and ensure they shape the future of cancer care in tribal communities.”  \nYou can register yourself or your family members for this event taking place on Tuesday\, August 5 – Wednesday\, August 6\, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm in the Grand Ballroom at the Kewadin Casino Conference Center by calling Chelby Archambeau 906-632-6896 x.108\, or chelby.archambeau@itcmi.org .  Cancer survivors\, caregivers\, and health system staff attending this event will receive a gas-card to support transportation costs   \nEvent Details  \nEvent Name: HOPE Listening Session for Bay Mills Indian Community and Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians Date: Tuesday\, August 5 and Wednesday\, August 6\, 2025 Location: Kewadin Casino Conference Center\, 2186 Shunk Rd\, Sault Ste. Marie\, MI 49783 Time: 9:30 am – 2:00 pm RSVP/Registration: Chelby Archambeau\, 906-632-6896 x.108  \nThe Listening Session will include guided conversations with tribal elders\, community health representatives\, patients\, and family caregivers. Insights from this session will inform future policies\, outreach\, and services\, ensuring they are community-driven and equity-focused.  \nHOPE is committed to building long-term partnerships with tribal nations to support healing\, hope\, and health. The Listening Session is just one of many steps toward reducing the cancer burden and improving health outcomes in rural and underserved Indigenous communities.
URL:https://www.itcmi.org/event/2026-rural-ready-symposium/
LOCATION:Bay Mills Resort and Casino\, 11386 W. Lakeshore Drive\, Brimley\, 49715\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.itcmi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Rural-Ready-2026.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260924T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260924T150000
DTSTAMP:20260924T095940
CREATED:20260728T140223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T140421Z
UID:8938-1790258400-1790262000@www.itcmi.org
SUMMARY:SAVE THE DATE | Healthy Native People Coalition Quarterly Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Healing Oncology Partnerships for Equity (HOPE) Listening Session Amplifies Tribal Voices to Improve Cancer Care Access in Sault Ste. Marie\nSAULT STE. MARIE – The Healing Oncology Partnerships for Equity (HOPE) initiative is proud to announce an upcoming Listening Session on Tuesday\, August 5 – Wednesday\, August 6 at the Kewadin Casino Conference Center in Sault Ste. Marie.  This event is dedicated to uplifting the voices of the Bay Mills Indian Community and Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians community members to address disparities in cancer care for Native Americans living in rural areas of Northern Michigan. This event symbolizes the power of a single voice in creating change in Tribal\, State and National health systems to create support for Native Americans who are enduring a journey with cancer.    \nThis community listening session is hosted by the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan and is part of a larger collaborative project with Corewell Health\, with funding from the Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute (EACB\, 34437).  The HOPE project is not research; it is specifically designed to communicate cultural\, spiritual and cancer care needs of our communities.  This has the power to motivate health systems to change their practices and promote future research in areas where care methods do not support our rural tribal communities.   \nRooted in respect\, partnership\, and shared knowledge\, the HOPE Listening Sessions will center Indigenous voices and lived experiences of cancer patients\, their family members\, and caregivers of individuals on the journey of a cancer diagnosis.  We also want to include the voices of family members who have lost a loved one to cancer.  Your voices will guide future strategies that will improve access to timely\, culturally centered cancer care. By listening deeply\, the HOPE staff from the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan aims to understand the barriers and with you\, co-develop solutions that resonate within the needs of the Bay Mills and Sault Tribe community.    \n“Just as a single stone causes ripples across an entire pond\, one voice — one story — can influence policies\, programs\, and practices that reach far beyond the moment it’s shared\,” said Dr. Frank Animikwam of the HOPE Initiative. “Our mission is to honor those voices and ensure they shape the future of cancer care in tribal communities.”  \nYou can register yourself or your family members for this event taking place on Tuesday\, August 5 – Wednesday\, August 6\, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm in the Grand Ballroom at the Kewadin Casino Conference Center by calling Chelby Archambeau 906-632-6896 x.108\, or chelby.archambeau@itcmi.org .  Cancer survivors\, caregivers\, and health system staff attending this event will receive a gas-card to support transportation costs   \nEvent Details  \nEvent Name: HOPE Listening Session for Bay Mills Indian Community and Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians Date: Tuesday\, August 5 and Wednesday\, August 6\, 2025 Location: Kewadin Casino Conference Center\, 2186 Shunk Rd\, Sault Ste. Marie\, MI 49783 Time: 9:30 am – 2:00 pm RSVP/Registration: Chelby Archambeau\, 906-632-6896 x.108  \nThe Listening Session will include guided conversations with tribal elders\, community health representatives\, patients\, and family caregivers. Insights from this session will inform future policies\, outreach\, and services\, ensuring they are community-driven and equity-focused.  \nHOPE is committed to building long-term partnerships with tribal nations to support healing\, hope\, and health. The Listening Session is just one of many steps toward reducing the cancer burden and improving health outcomes in rural and underserved Indigenous communities.
URL:https://www.itcmi.org/event/healthy-native-people-coalition-quarterly-webinar/
LOCATION:MI
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.itcmi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Save-the-Date-for-HNPC-in-September-scaled.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260924T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260924T200000
DTSTAMP:20260924T095940
CREATED:20260710T133125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T142015Z
UID:8899-1790265600-1790280000@www.itcmi.org
SUMMARY:16th Annual Sault Tribe Behavioral Health Recovery Walk
DESCRIPTION:Healing Oncology Partnerships for Equity (HOPE) Listening Session Amplifies Tribal Voices to Improve Cancer Care Access in Sault Ste. Marie\nSAULT STE. MARIE – The Healing Oncology Partnerships for Equity (HOPE) initiative is proud to announce an upcoming Listening Session on Tuesday\, August 5 – Wednesday\, August 6 at the Kewadin Casino Conference Center in Sault Ste. Marie.  This event is dedicated to uplifting the voices of the Bay Mills Indian Community and Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians community members to address disparities in cancer care for Native Americans living in rural areas of Northern Michigan. This event symbolizes the power of a single voice in creating change in Tribal\, State and National health systems to create support for Native Americans who are enduring a journey with cancer.    \nThis community listening session is hosted by the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan and is part of a larger collaborative project with Corewell Health\, with funding from the Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute (EACB\, 34437).  The HOPE project is not research; it is specifically designed to communicate cultural\, spiritual and cancer care needs of our communities.  This has the power to motivate health systems to change their practices and promote future research in areas where care methods do not support our rural tribal communities.   \nRooted in respect\, partnership\, and shared knowledge\, the HOPE Listening Sessions will center Indigenous voices and lived experiences of cancer patients\, their family members\, and caregivers of individuals on the journey of a cancer diagnosis.  We also want to include the voices of family members who have lost a loved one to cancer.  Your voices will guide future strategies that will improve access to timely\, culturally centered cancer care. By listening deeply\, the HOPE staff from the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan aims to understand the barriers and with you\, co-develop solutions that resonate within the needs of the Bay Mills and Sault Tribe community.    \n“Just as a single stone causes ripples across an entire pond\, one voice — one story — can influence policies\, programs\, and practices that reach far beyond the moment it’s shared\,” said Dr. Frank Animikwam of the HOPE Initiative. “Our mission is to honor those voices and ensure they shape the future of cancer care in tribal communities.”  \nYou can register yourself or your family members for this event taking place on Tuesday\, August 5 – Wednesday\, August 6\, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm in the Grand Ballroom at the Kewadin Casino Conference Center by calling Chelby Archambeau 906-632-6896 x.108\, or chelby.archambeau@itcmi.org .  Cancer survivors\, caregivers\, and health system staff attending this event will receive a gas-card to support transportation costs   \nEvent Details  \nEvent Name: HOPE Listening Session for Bay Mills Indian Community and Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians Date: Tuesday\, August 5 and Wednesday\, August 6\, 2025 Location: Kewadin Casino Conference Center\, 2186 Shunk Rd\, Sault Ste. Marie\, MI 49783 Time: 9:30 am – 2:00 pm RSVP/Registration: Chelby Archambeau\, 906-632-6896 x.108  \nThe Listening Session will include guided conversations with tribal elders\, community health representatives\, patients\, and family caregivers. Insights from this session will inform future policies\, outreach\, and services\, ensuring they are community-driven and equity-focused.  \nHOPE is committed to building long-term partnerships with tribal nations to support healing\, hope\, and health. The Listening Session is just one of many steps toward reducing the cancer burden and improving health outcomes in rural and underserved Indigenous communities.
URL:https://www.itcmi.org/event/16th-annual-sault-tribe-behavioral-health-recovery-walk/
LOCATION:Big Bear Arena\, 2 Ice Circle\, Sault Ste. Marie\, MI\, 49783\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.itcmi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Recovery-Walk.Sault-Tribe.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260929T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260929T103000
DTSTAMP:20260924T095940
CREATED:20260204T153056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T153056Z
UID:8590-1790674200-1790677800@www.itcmi.org
SUMMARY:The Monthly Refill | Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Healing Oncology Partnerships for Equity (HOPE) Listening Session Amplifies Tribal Voices to Improve Cancer Care Access in Sault Ste. Marie\nSAULT STE. MARIE – The Healing Oncology Partnerships for Equity (HOPE) initiative is proud to announce an upcoming Listening Session on Tuesday\, August 5 – Wednesday\, August 6 at the Kewadin Casino Conference Center in Sault Ste. Marie.  This event is dedicated to uplifting the voices of the Bay Mills Indian Community and Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians community members to address disparities in cancer care for Native Americans living in rural areas of Northern Michigan. This event symbolizes the power of a single voice in creating change in Tribal\, State and National health systems to create support for Native Americans who are enduring a journey with cancer.    \nThis community listening session is hosted by the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan and is part of a larger collaborative project with Corewell Health\, with funding from the Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute (EACB\, 34437).  The HOPE project is not research; it is specifically designed to communicate cultural\, spiritual and cancer care needs of our communities.  This has the power to motivate health systems to change their practices and promote future research in areas where care methods do not support our rural tribal communities.   \nRooted in respect\, partnership\, and shared knowledge\, the HOPE Listening Sessions will center Indigenous voices and lived experiences of cancer patients\, their family members\, and caregivers of individuals on the journey of a cancer diagnosis.  We also want to include the voices of family members who have lost a loved one to cancer.  Your voices will guide future strategies that will improve access to timely\, culturally centered cancer care. By listening deeply\, the HOPE staff from the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan aims to understand the barriers and with you\, co-develop solutions that resonate within the needs of the Bay Mills and Sault Tribe community.    \n“Just as a single stone causes ripples across an entire pond\, one voice — one story — can influence policies\, programs\, and practices that reach far beyond the moment it’s shared\,” said Dr. Frank Animikwam of the HOPE Initiative. “Our mission is to honor those voices and ensure they shape the future of cancer care in tribal communities.”  \nYou can register yourself or your family members for this event taking place on Tuesday\, August 5 – Wednesday\, August 6\, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm in the Grand Ballroom at the Kewadin Casino Conference Center by calling Chelby Archambeau 906-632-6896 x.108\, or chelby.archambeau@itcmi.org .  Cancer survivors\, caregivers\, and health system staff attending this event will receive a gas-card to support transportation costs   \nEvent Details  \nEvent Name: HOPE Listening Session for Bay Mills Indian Community and Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians Date: Tuesday\, August 5 and Wednesday\, August 6\, 2025 Location: Kewadin Casino Conference Center\, 2186 Shunk Rd\, Sault Ste. Marie\, MI 49783 Time: 9:30 am – 2:00 pm RSVP/Registration: Chelby Archambeau\, 906-632-6896 x.108  \nThe Listening Session will include guided conversations with tribal elders\, community health representatives\, patients\, and family caregivers. Insights from this session will inform future policies\, outreach\, and services\, ensuring they are community-driven and equity-focused.  \nHOPE is committed to building long-term partnerships with tribal nations to support healing\, hope\, and health. The Listening Session is just one of many steps toward reducing the cancer burden and improving health outcomes in rural and underserved Indigenous communities.
URL:https://www.itcmi.org/event/the-monthly-refill-caregiver-support-group-8/
LOCATION:Cafe Rica\, 62 E. Michigan Ave.\, Battle Creek\, MI\, 49017\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.itcmi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/The-Monthly-Refill-Group.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260930
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261001
DTSTAMP:20260924T095940
CREATED:20260901T150204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T150445Z
UID:9003-1790726400-1790812799@www.itcmi.org
SUMMARY:Orange Shirt Day Photo
DESCRIPTION:Healing Oncology Partnerships for Equity (HOPE) Listening Session Amplifies Tribal Voices to Improve Cancer Care Access in Sault Ste. Marie\nSAULT STE. MARIE – The Healing Oncology Partnerships for Equity (HOPE) initiative is proud to announce an upcoming Listening Session on Tuesday\, August 5 – Wednesday\, August 6 at the Kewadin Casino Conference Center in Sault Ste. Marie.  This event is dedicated to uplifting the voices of the Bay Mills Indian Community and Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians community members to address disparities in cancer care for Native Americans living in rural areas of Northern Michigan. This event symbolizes the power of a single voice in creating change in Tribal\, State and National health systems to create support for Native Americans who are enduring a journey with cancer.    \nThis community listening session is hosted by the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan and is part of a larger collaborative project with Corewell Health\, with funding from the Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute (EACB\, 34437).  The HOPE project is not research; it is specifically designed to communicate cultural\, spiritual and cancer care needs of our communities.  This has the power to motivate health systems to change their practices and promote future research in areas where care methods do not support our rural tribal communities.   \nRooted in respect\, partnership\, and shared knowledge\, the HOPE Listening Sessions will center Indigenous voices and lived experiences of cancer patients\, their family members\, and caregivers of individuals on the journey of a cancer diagnosis.  We also want to include the voices of family members who have lost a loved one to cancer.  Your voices will guide future strategies that will improve access to timely\, culturally centered cancer care. By listening deeply\, the HOPE staff from the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan aims to understand the barriers and with you\, co-develop solutions that resonate within the needs of the Bay Mills and Sault Tribe community.    \n“Just as a single stone causes ripples across an entire pond\, one voice — one story — can influence policies\, programs\, and practices that reach far beyond the moment it’s shared\,” said Dr. Frank Animikwam of the HOPE Initiative. “Our mission is to honor those voices and ensure they shape the future of cancer care in tribal communities.”  \nYou can register yourself or your family members for this event taking place on Tuesday\, August 5 – Wednesday\, August 6\, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm in the Grand Ballroom at the Kewadin Casino Conference Center by calling Chelby Archambeau 906-632-6896 x.108\, or chelby.archambeau@itcmi.org .  Cancer survivors\, caregivers\, and health system staff attending this event will receive a gas-card to support transportation costs   \nEvent Details  \nEvent Name: HOPE Listening Session for Bay Mills Indian Community and Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians Date: Tuesday\, August 5 and Wednesday\, August 6\, 2025 Location: Kewadin Casino Conference Center\, 2186 Shunk Rd\, Sault Ste. Marie\, MI 49783 Time: 9:30 am – 2:00 pm RSVP/Registration: Chelby Archambeau\, 906-632-6896 x.108  \nThe Listening Session will include guided conversations with tribal elders\, community health representatives\, patients\, and family caregivers. Insights from this session will inform future policies\, outreach\, and services\, ensuring they are community-driven and equity-focused.  \nHOPE is committed to building long-term partnerships with tribal nations to support healing\, hope\, and health. The Listening Session is just one of many steps toward reducing the cancer burden and improving health outcomes in rural and underserved Indigenous communities.
URL:https://www.itcmi.org/event/orange-shirt-day-photo/
LOCATION:Cafe Rica\, 62 E. Michigan Ave.\, Battle Creek\, MI\, 49017\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.itcmi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Advocacy-Resource-Center-Orange-Shirt-Day-2026.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260930T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260930T190000
DTSTAMP:20260924T095940
CREATED:20260901T150941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T151328Z
UID:9005-1790787600-1790794800@www.itcmi.org
SUMMARY:Sault Tribe Community Feast
DESCRIPTION:Healing Oncology Partnerships for Equity (HOPE) Listening Session Amplifies Tribal Voices to Improve Cancer Care Access in Sault Ste. Marie\nSAULT STE. MARIE – The Healing Oncology Partnerships for Equity (HOPE) initiative is proud to announce an upcoming Listening Session on Tuesday\, August 5 – Wednesday\, August 6 at the Kewadin Casino Conference Center in Sault Ste. Marie.  This event is dedicated to uplifting the voices of the Bay Mills Indian Community and Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians community members to address disparities in cancer care for Native Americans living in rural areas of Northern Michigan. This event symbolizes the power of a single voice in creating change in Tribal\, State and National health systems to create support for Native Americans who are enduring a journey with cancer.    \nThis community listening session is hosted by the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan and is part of a larger collaborative project with Corewell Health\, with funding from the Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute (EACB\, 34437).  The HOPE project is not research; it is specifically designed to communicate cultural\, spiritual and cancer care needs of our communities.  This has the power to motivate health systems to change their practices and promote future research in areas where care methods do not support our rural tribal communities.   \nRooted in respect\, partnership\, and shared knowledge\, the HOPE Listening Sessions will center Indigenous voices and lived experiences of cancer patients\, their family members\, and caregivers of individuals on the journey of a cancer diagnosis.  We also want to include the voices of family members who have lost a loved one to cancer.  Your voices will guide future strategies that will improve access to timely\, culturally centered cancer care. By listening deeply\, the HOPE staff from the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan aims to understand the barriers and with you\, co-develop solutions that resonate within the needs of the Bay Mills and Sault Tribe community.    \n“Just as a single stone causes ripples across an entire pond\, one voice — one story — can influence policies\, programs\, and practices that reach far beyond the moment it’s shared\,” said Dr. Frank Animikwam of the HOPE Initiative. “Our mission is to honor those voices and ensure they shape the future of cancer care in tribal communities.”  \nYou can register yourself or your family members for this event taking place on Tuesday\, August 5 – Wednesday\, August 6\, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm in the Grand Ballroom at the Kewadin Casino Conference Center by calling Chelby Archambeau 906-632-6896 x.108\, or chelby.archambeau@itcmi.org .  Cancer survivors\, caregivers\, and health system staff attending this event will receive a gas-card to support transportation costs   \nEvent Details  \nEvent Name: HOPE Listening Session for Bay Mills Indian Community and Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians Date: Tuesday\, August 5 and Wednesday\, August 6\, 2025 Location: Kewadin Casino Conference Center\, 2186 Shunk Rd\, Sault Ste. Marie\, MI 49783 Time: 9:30 am – 2:00 pm RSVP/Registration: Chelby Archambeau\, 906-632-6896 x.108  \nThe Listening Session will include guided conversations with tribal elders\, community health representatives\, patients\, and family caregivers. Insights from this session will inform future policies\, outreach\, and services\, ensuring they are community-driven and equity-focused.  \nHOPE is committed to building long-term partnerships with tribal nations to support healing\, hope\, and health. The Listening Session is just one of many steps toward reducing the cancer burden and improving health outcomes in rural and underserved Indigenous communities.
URL:https://www.itcmi.org/event/sault-tribe-community-feast/
LOCATION:Sault Tribe Niigaanagiizhik Ceremonial Building\, 11 Ice Circle\, Sault Ste. Marie\, MI\, 49783\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.itcmi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Community-Feast-2026.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261005T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261005T180000
DTSTAMP:20260924T095940
CREATED:20260330T175054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T190338Z
UID:8720-1791219600-1791223200@www.itcmi.org
SUMMARY:2026 Annual Narcan Trainings
DESCRIPTION:Healing Oncology Partnerships for Equity (HOPE) Listening Session Amplifies Tribal Voices to Improve Cancer Care Access in Sault Ste. Marie\nSAULT STE. MARIE – The Healing Oncology Partnerships for Equity (HOPE) initiative is proud to announce an upcoming Listening Session on Tuesday\, August 5 – Wednesday\, August 6 at the Kewadin Casino Conference Center in Sault Ste. Marie.  This event is dedicated to uplifting the voices of the Bay Mills Indian Community and Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians community members to address disparities in cancer care for Native Americans living in rural areas of Northern Michigan. This event symbolizes the power of a single voice in creating change in Tribal\, State and National health systems to create support for Native Americans who are enduring a journey with cancer.    \nThis community listening session is hosted by the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan and is part of a larger collaborative project with Corewell Health\, with funding from the Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute (EACB\, 34437).  The HOPE project is not research; it is specifically designed to communicate cultural\, spiritual and cancer care needs of our communities.  This has the power to motivate health systems to change their practices and promote future research in areas where care methods do not support our rural tribal communities.   \nRooted in respect\, partnership\, and shared knowledge\, the HOPE Listening Sessions will center Indigenous voices and lived experiences of cancer patients\, their family members\, and caregivers of individuals on the journey of a cancer diagnosis.  We also want to include the voices of family members who have lost a loved one to cancer.  Your voices will guide future strategies that will improve access to timely\, culturally centered cancer care. By listening deeply\, the HOPE staff from the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan aims to understand the barriers and with you\, co-develop solutions that resonate within the needs of the Bay Mills and Sault Tribe community.    \n“Just as a single stone causes ripples across an entire pond\, one voice — one story — can influence policies\, programs\, and practices that reach far beyond the moment it’s shared\,” said Dr. Frank Animikwam of the HOPE Initiative. “Our mission is to honor those voices and ensure they shape the future of cancer care in tribal communities.”  \nYou can register yourself or your family members for this event taking place on Tuesday\, August 5 – Wednesday\, August 6\, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm in the Grand Ballroom at the Kewadin Casino Conference Center by calling Chelby Archambeau 906-632-6896 x.108\, or chelby.archambeau@itcmi.org .  Cancer survivors\, caregivers\, and health system staff attending this event will receive a gas-card to support transportation costs   \nEvent Details  \nEvent Name: HOPE Listening Session for Bay Mills Indian Community and Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians Date: Tuesday\, August 5 and Wednesday\, August 6\, 2025 Location: Kewadin Casino Conference Center\, 2186 Shunk Rd\, Sault Ste. Marie\, MI 49783 Time: 9:30 am – 2:00 pm RSVP/Registration: Chelby Archambeau\, 906-632-6896 x.108  \nThe Listening Session will include guided conversations with tribal elders\, community health representatives\, patients\, and family caregivers. Insights from this session will inform future policies\, outreach\, and services\, ensuring they are community-driven and equity-focused.  \nHOPE is committed to building long-term partnerships with tribal nations to support healing\, hope\, and health. The Listening Session is just one of many steps toward reducing the cancer burden and improving health outcomes in rural and underserved Indigenous communities.
URL:https://www.itcmi.org/event/2026-annual-narcan-trainings/
LOCATION:Pine Creek Community Center\, 1485 Mno-Bmadzewen Way\, Fulton\, MI\, 49052
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.itcmi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Annual-Narcan-Training.Nottawaseppi.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261005T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261005T200000
DTSTAMP:20260924T095940
CREATED:20260204T142433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T151637Z
UID:8570-1791223200-1791230400@www.itcmi.org
SUMMARY:Peer 360 Mafia Night
DESCRIPTION:Healing Oncology Partnerships for Equity (HOPE) Listening Session Amplifies Tribal Voices to Improve Cancer Care Access in Sault Ste. Marie\nSAULT STE. MARIE – The Healing Oncology Partnerships for Equity (HOPE) initiative is proud to announce an upcoming Listening Session on Tuesday\, August 5 – Wednesday\, August 6 at the Kewadin Casino Conference Center in Sault Ste. Marie.  This event is dedicated to uplifting the voices of the Bay Mills Indian Community and Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians community members to address disparities in cancer care for Native Americans living in rural areas of Northern Michigan. This event symbolizes the power of a single voice in creating change in Tribal\, State and National health systems to create support for Native Americans who are enduring a journey with cancer.    \nThis community listening session is hosted by the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan and is part of a larger collaborative project with Corewell Health\, with funding from the Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute (EACB\, 34437).  The HOPE project is not research; it is specifically designed to communicate cultural\, spiritual and cancer care needs of our communities.  This has the power to motivate health systems to change their practices and promote future research in areas where care methods do not support our rural tribal communities.   \nRooted in respect\, partnership\, and shared knowledge\, the HOPE Listening Sessions will center Indigenous voices and lived experiences of cancer patients\, their family members\, and caregivers of individuals on the journey of a cancer diagnosis.  We also want to include the voices of family members who have lost a loved one to cancer.  Your voices will guide future strategies that will improve access to timely\, culturally centered cancer care. By listening deeply\, the HOPE staff from the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan aims to understand the barriers and with you\, co-develop solutions that resonate within the needs of the Bay Mills and Sault Tribe community.    \n“Just as a single stone causes ripples across an entire pond\, one voice — one story — can influence policies\, programs\, and practices that reach far beyond the moment it’s shared\,” said Dr. Frank Animikwam of the HOPE Initiative. “Our mission is to honor those voices and ensure they shape the future of cancer care in tribal communities.”  \nYou can register yourself or your family members for this event taking place on Tuesday\, August 5 – Wednesday\, August 6\, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm in the Grand Ballroom at the Kewadin Casino Conference Center by calling Chelby Archambeau 906-632-6896 x.108\, or chelby.archambeau@itcmi.org .  Cancer survivors\, caregivers\, and health system staff attending this event will receive a gas-card to support transportation costs   \nEvent Details  \nEvent Name: HOPE Listening Session for Bay Mills Indian Community and Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians Date: Tuesday\, August 5 and Wednesday\, August 6\, 2025 Location: Kewadin Casino Conference Center\, 2186 Shunk Rd\, Sault Ste. Marie\, MI 49783 Time: 9:30 am – 2:00 pm RSVP/Registration: Chelby Archambeau\, 906-632-6896 x.108  \nThe Listening Session will include guided conversations with tribal elders\, community health representatives\, patients\, and family caregivers. Insights from this session will inform future policies\, outreach\, and services\, ensuring they are community-driven and equity-focused.  \nHOPE is committed to building long-term partnerships with tribal nations to support healing\, hope\, and health. The Listening Session is just one of many steps toward reducing the cancer burden and improving health outcomes in rural and underserved Indigenous communities.
URL:https://www.itcmi.org/event/peer-360-mafia-night-8/
LOCATION:Elijah Elk Cultural Center\, 7957 E. Remus Road\, Mount Pleasant\, MI\, 48858\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.itcmi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Peer-360.Mafia-Night.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261010T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261010T210000
DTSTAMP:20260924T095940
CREATED:20260805T142303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T142631Z
UID:8948-1791655200-1791666000@www.itcmi.org
SUMMARY:Anishinaabek: The Original People of This Place Grand Opening PowWow
DESCRIPTION:Healing Oncology Partnerships for Equity (HOPE) Listening Session Amplifies Tribal Voices to Improve Cancer Care Access in Sault Ste. Marie\nSAULT STE. MARIE – The Healing Oncology Partnerships for Equity (HOPE) initiative is proud to announce an upcoming Listening Session on Tuesday\, August 5 – Wednesday\, August 6 at the Kewadin Casino Conference Center in Sault Ste. Marie.  This event is dedicated to uplifting the voices of the Bay Mills Indian Community and Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians community members to address disparities in cancer care for Native Americans living in rural areas of Northern Michigan. This event symbolizes the power of a single voice in creating change in Tribal\, State and National health systems to create support for Native Americans who are enduring a journey with cancer.    \nThis community listening session is hosted by the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan and is part of a larger collaborative project with Corewell Health\, with funding from the Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute (EACB\, 34437).  The HOPE project is not research; it is specifically designed to communicate cultural\, spiritual and cancer care needs of our communities.  This has the power to motivate health systems to change their practices and promote future research in areas where care methods do not support our rural tribal communities.   \nRooted in respect\, partnership\, and shared knowledge\, the HOPE Listening Sessions will center Indigenous voices and lived experiences of cancer patients\, their family members\, and caregivers of individuals on the journey of a cancer diagnosis.  We also want to include the voices of family members who have lost a loved one to cancer.  Your voices will guide future strategies that will improve access to timely\, culturally centered cancer care. By listening deeply\, the HOPE staff from the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan aims to understand the barriers and with you\, co-develop solutions that resonate within the needs of the Bay Mills and Sault Tribe community.    \n“Just as a single stone causes ripples across an entire pond\, one voice — one story — can influence policies\, programs\, and practices that reach far beyond the moment it’s shared\,” said Dr. Frank Animikwam of the HOPE Initiative. “Our mission is to honor those voices and ensure they shape the future of cancer care in tribal communities.”  \nYou can register yourself or your family members for this event taking place on Tuesday\, August 5 – Wednesday\, August 6\, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm in the Grand Ballroom at the Kewadin Casino Conference Center by calling Chelby Archambeau 906-632-6896 x.108\, or chelby.archambeau@itcmi.org .  Cancer survivors\, caregivers\, and health system staff attending this event will receive a gas-card to support transportation costs   \nEvent Details  \nEvent Name: HOPE Listening Session for Bay Mills Indian Community and Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians Date: Tuesday\, August 5 and Wednesday\, August 6\, 2025 Location: Kewadin Casino Conference Center\, 2186 Shunk Rd\, Sault Ste. Marie\, MI 49783 Time: 9:30 am – 2:00 pm RSVP/Registration: Chelby Archambeau\, 906-632-6896 x.108  \nThe Listening Session will include guided conversations with tribal elders\, community health representatives\, patients\, and family caregivers. Insights from this session will inform future policies\, outreach\, and services\, ensuring they are community-driven and equity-focused.  \nHOPE is committed to building long-term partnerships with tribal nations to support healing\, hope\, and health. The Listening Session is just one of many steps toward reducing the cancer burden and improving health outcomes in rural and underserved Indigenous communities.
URL:https://www.itcmi.org/event/anishinaabek-the-original-people-of-this-place-grand-opening-powwow/
LOCATION:Grand Rapids Public Musueum\, 272 Pearl Street NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.itcmi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Anishinaabek-PowWow-Digital-Flyer-1080x1920-1-scaled.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261013
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261015
DTSTAMP:20260924T095940
CREATED:20260324T185917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T140423Z
UID:8713-1791849600-1792022399@www.itcmi.org
SUMMARY:Great Lakes Tribal Energy Summit
DESCRIPTION:Healing Oncology Partnerships for Equity (HOPE) Listening Session Amplifies Tribal Voices to Improve Cancer Care Access in Sault Ste. Marie\nSAULT STE. MARIE – The Healing Oncology Partnerships for Equity (HOPE) initiative is proud to announce an upcoming Listening Session on Tuesday\, August 5 – Wednesday\, August 6 at the Kewadin Casino Conference Center in Sault Ste. Marie.  This event is dedicated to uplifting the voices of the Bay Mills Indian Community and Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians community members to address disparities in cancer care for Native Americans living in rural areas of Northern Michigan. This event symbolizes the power of a single voice in creating change in Tribal\, State and National health systems to create support for Native Americans who are enduring a journey with cancer.    \nThis community listening session is hosted by the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan and is part of a larger collaborative project with Corewell Health\, with funding from the Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute (EACB\, 34437).  The HOPE project is not research; it is specifically designed to communicate cultural\, spiritual and cancer care needs of our communities.  This has the power to motivate health systems to change their practices and promote future research in areas where care methods do not support our rural tribal communities.   \nRooted in respect\, partnership\, and shared knowledge\, the HOPE Listening Sessions will center Indigenous voices and lived experiences of cancer patients\, their family members\, and caregivers of individuals on the journey of a cancer diagnosis.  We also want to include the voices of family members who have lost a loved one to cancer.  Your voices will guide future strategies that will improve access to timely\, culturally centered cancer care. By listening deeply\, the HOPE staff from the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan aims to understand the barriers and with you\, co-develop solutions that resonate within the needs of the Bay Mills and Sault Tribe community.    \n“Just as a single stone causes ripples across an entire pond\, one voice — one story — can influence policies\, programs\, and practices that reach far beyond the moment it’s shared\,” said Dr. Frank Animikwam of the HOPE Initiative. “Our mission is to honor those voices and ensure they shape the future of cancer care in tribal communities.”  \nYou can register yourself or your family members for this event taking place on Tuesday\, August 5 – Wednesday\, August 6\, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm in the Grand Ballroom at the Kewadin Casino Conference Center by calling Chelby Archambeau 906-632-6896 x.108\, or chelby.archambeau@itcmi.org .  Cancer survivors\, caregivers\, and health system staff attending this event will receive a gas-card to support transportation costs   \nEvent Details  \nEvent Name: HOPE Listening Session for Bay Mills Indian Community and Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians Date: Tuesday\, August 5 and Wednesday\, August 6\, 2025 Location: Kewadin Casino Conference Center\, 2186 Shunk Rd\, Sault Ste. Marie\, MI 49783 Time: 9:30 am – 2:00 pm RSVP/Registration: Chelby Archambeau\, 906-632-6896 x.108  \nThe Listening Session will include guided conversations with tribal elders\, community health representatives\, patients\, and family caregivers. Insights from this session will inform future policies\, outreach\, and services\, ensuring they are community-driven and equity-focused.  \nHOPE is committed to building long-term partnerships with tribal nations to support healing\, hope\, and health. The Listening Session is just one of many steps toward reducing the cancer burden and improving health outcomes in rural and underserved Indigenous communities.
URL:https://www.itcmi.org/event/great-lakes-tribal-energy-summit/
LOCATION:Bay Mills Resort and Casino\, 11386 W. Lakeshore Drive\, Brimley\, 49715\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.itcmi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Save-The-Date-Great-Lakes-Tribal-Energy-Summit.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Jenna Killips":MAILTO:jkillips@itcmi.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261027T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261027T103000
DTSTAMP:20260924T095940
CREATED:20260204T153122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T153122Z
UID:8591-1793093400-1793097000@www.itcmi.org
SUMMARY:The Monthly Refill | Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Healing Oncology Partnerships for Equity (HOPE) Listening Session Amplifies Tribal Voices to Improve Cancer Care Access in Sault Ste. Marie\nSAULT STE. MARIE – The Healing Oncology Partnerships for Equity (HOPE) initiative is proud to announce an upcoming Listening Session on Tuesday\, August 5 – Wednesday\, August 6 at the Kewadin Casino Conference Center in Sault Ste. Marie.  This event is dedicated to uplifting the voices of the Bay Mills Indian Community and Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians community members to address disparities in cancer care for Native Americans living in rural areas of Northern Michigan. This event symbolizes the power of a single voice in creating change in Tribal\, State and National health systems to create support for Native Americans who are enduring a journey with cancer.    \nThis community listening session is hosted by the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan and is part of a larger collaborative project with Corewell Health\, with funding from the Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute (EACB\, 34437).  The HOPE project is not research; it is specifically designed to communicate cultural\, spiritual and cancer care needs of our communities.  This has the power to motivate health systems to change their practices and promote future research in areas where care methods do not support our rural tribal communities.   \nRooted in respect\, partnership\, and shared knowledge\, the HOPE Listening Sessions will center Indigenous voices and lived experiences of cancer patients\, their family members\, and caregivers of individuals on the journey of a cancer diagnosis.  We also want to include the voices of family members who have lost a loved one to cancer.  Your voices will guide future strategies that will improve access to timely\, culturally centered cancer care. By listening deeply\, the HOPE staff from the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan aims to understand the barriers and with you\, co-develop solutions that resonate within the needs of the Bay Mills and Sault Tribe community.    \n“Just as a single stone causes ripples across an entire pond\, one voice — one story — can influence policies\, programs\, and practices that reach far beyond the moment it’s shared\,” said Dr. Frank Animikwam of the HOPE Initiative. “Our mission is to honor those voices and ensure they shape the future of cancer care in tribal communities.”  \nYou can register yourself or your family members for this event taking place on Tuesday\, August 5 – Wednesday\, August 6\, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm in the Grand Ballroom at the Kewadin Casino Conference Center by calling Chelby Archambeau 906-632-6896 x.108\, or chelby.archambeau@itcmi.org .  Cancer survivors\, caregivers\, and health system staff attending this event will receive a gas-card to support transportation costs   \nEvent Details  \nEvent Name: HOPE Listening Session for Bay Mills Indian Community and Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians Date: Tuesday\, August 5 and Wednesday\, August 6\, 2025 Location: Kewadin Casino Conference Center\, 2186 Shunk Rd\, Sault Ste. Marie\, MI 49783 Time: 9:30 am – 2:00 pm RSVP/Registration: Chelby Archambeau\, 906-632-6896 x.108  \nThe Listening Session will include guided conversations with tribal elders\, community health representatives\, patients\, and family caregivers. Insights from this session will inform future policies\, outreach\, and services\, ensuring they are community-driven and equity-focused.  \nHOPE is committed to building long-term partnerships with tribal nations to support healing\, hope\, and health. The Listening Session is just one of many steps toward reducing the cancer burden and improving health outcomes in rural and underserved Indigenous communities.
URL:https://www.itcmi.org/event/the-monthly-refill-caregiver-support-group-9/
LOCATION:Cafe Rica\, 62 E. Michigan Ave.\, Battle Creek\, MI\, 49017\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.itcmi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/The-Monthly-Refill-Group.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261102T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261102T200000
DTSTAMP:20260924T095940
CREATED:20260204T142505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T151553Z
UID:8571-1793642400-1793649600@www.itcmi.org
SUMMARY:Peer 360 Mafia Night
DESCRIPTION:Healing Oncology Partnerships for Equity (HOPE) Listening Session Amplifies Tribal Voices to Improve Cancer Care Access in Sault Ste. Marie\nSAULT STE. MARIE – The Healing Oncology Partnerships for Equity (HOPE) initiative is proud to announce an upcoming Listening Session on Tuesday\, August 5 – Wednesday\, August 6 at the Kewadin Casino Conference Center in Sault Ste. Marie.  This event is dedicated to uplifting the voices of the Bay Mills Indian Community and Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians community members to address disparities in cancer care for Native Americans living in rural areas of Northern Michigan. This event symbolizes the power of a single voice in creating change in Tribal\, State and National health systems to create support for Native Americans who are enduring a journey with cancer.    \nThis community listening session is hosted by the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan and is part of a larger collaborative project with Corewell Health\, with funding from the Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute (EACB\, 34437).  The HOPE project is not research; it is specifically designed to communicate cultural\, spiritual and cancer care needs of our communities.  This has the power to motivate health systems to change their practices and promote future research in areas where care methods do not support our rural tribal communities.   \nRooted in respect\, partnership\, and shared knowledge\, the HOPE Listening Sessions will center Indigenous voices and lived experiences of cancer patients\, their family members\, and caregivers of individuals on the journey of a cancer diagnosis.  We also want to include the voices of family members who have lost a loved one to cancer.  Your voices will guide future strategies that will improve access to timely\, culturally centered cancer care. By listening deeply\, the HOPE staff from the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan aims to understand the barriers and with you\, co-develop solutions that resonate within the needs of the Bay Mills and Sault Tribe community.    \n“Just as a single stone causes ripples across an entire pond\, one voice — one story — can influence policies\, programs\, and practices that reach far beyond the moment it’s shared\,” said Dr. Frank Animikwam of the HOPE Initiative. “Our mission is to honor those voices and ensure they shape the future of cancer care in tribal communities.”  \nYou can register yourself or your family members for this event taking place on Tuesday\, August 5 – Wednesday\, August 6\, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm in the Grand Ballroom at the Kewadin Casino Conference Center by calling Chelby Archambeau 906-632-6896 x.108\, or chelby.archambeau@itcmi.org .  Cancer survivors\, caregivers\, and health system staff attending this event will receive a gas-card to support transportation costs   \nEvent Details  \nEvent Name: HOPE Listening Session for Bay Mills Indian Community and Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians Date: Tuesday\, August 5 and Wednesday\, August 6\, 2025 Location: Kewadin Casino Conference Center\, 2186 Shunk Rd\, Sault Ste. Marie\, MI 49783 Time: 9:30 am – 2:00 pm RSVP/Registration: Chelby Archambeau\, 906-632-6896 x.108  \nThe Listening Session will include guided conversations with tribal elders\, community health representatives\, patients\, and family caregivers. Insights from this session will inform future policies\, outreach\, and services\, ensuring they are community-driven and equity-focused.  \nHOPE is committed to building long-term partnerships with tribal nations to support healing\, hope\, and health. The Listening Session is just one of many steps toward reducing the cancer burden and improving health outcomes in rural and underserved Indigenous communities.
URL:https://www.itcmi.org/event/peer-360-mafia-night-9/
LOCATION:Elijah Elk Cultural Center\, 7957 E. Remus Road\, Mount Pleasant\, MI\, 48858\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.itcmi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Peer-360.Mafia-Night.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261124T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261124T103000
DTSTAMP:20260924T095940
CREATED:20260204T153309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T153309Z
UID:8592-1795512600-1795516200@www.itcmi.org
SUMMARY:The Monthly Refill | Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Healing Oncology Partnerships for Equity (HOPE) Listening Session Amplifies Tribal Voices to Improve Cancer Care Access in Sault Ste. Marie\nSAULT STE. MARIE – The Healing Oncology Partnerships for Equity (HOPE) initiative is proud to announce an upcoming Listening Session on Tuesday\, August 5 – Wednesday\, August 6 at the Kewadin Casino Conference Center in Sault Ste. Marie.  This event is dedicated to uplifting the voices of the Bay Mills Indian Community and Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians community members to address disparities in cancer care for Native Americans living in rural areas of Northern Michigan. This event symbolizes the power of a single voice in creating change in Tribal\, State and National health systems to create support for Native Americans who are enduring a journey with cancer.    \nThis community listening session is hosted by the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan and is part of a larger collaborative project with Corewell Health\, with funding from the Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute (EACB\, 34437).  The HOPE project is not research; it is specifically designed to communicate cultural\, spiritual and cancer care needs of our communities.  This has the power to motivate health systems to change their practices and promote future research in areas where care methods do not support our rural tribal communities.   \nRooted in respect\, partnership\, and shared knowledge\, the HOPE Listening Sessions will center Indigenous voices and lived experiences of cancer patients\, their family members\, and caregivers of individuals on the journey of a cancer diagnosis.  We also want to include the voices of family members who have lost a loved one to cancer.  Your voices will guide future strategies that will improve access to timely\, culturally centered cancer care. By listening deeply\, the HOPE staff from the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan aims to understand the barriers and with you\, co-develop solutions that resonate within the needs of the Bay Mills and Sault Tribe community.    \n“Just as a single stone causes ripples across an entire pond\, one voice — one story — can influence policies\, programs\, and practices that reach far beyond the moment it’s shared\,” said Dr. Frank Animikwam of the HOPE Initiative. “Our mission is to honor those voices and ensure they shape the future of cancer care in tribal communities.”  \nYou can register yourself or your family members for this event taking place on Tuesday\, August 5 – Wednesday\, August 6\, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm in the Grand Ballroom at the Kewadin Casino Conference Center by calling Chelby Archambeau 906-632-6896 x.108\, or chelby.archambeau@itcmi.org .  Cancer survivors\, caregivers\, and health system staff attending this event will receive a gas-card to support transportation costs   \nEvent Details  \nEvent Name: HOPE Listening Session for Bay Mills Indian Community and Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians Date: Tuesday\, August 5 and Wednesday\, August 6\, 2025 Location: Kewadin Casino Conference Center\, 2186 Shunk Rd\, Sault Ste. Marie\, MI 49783 Time: 9:30 am – 2:00 pm RSVP/Registration: Chelby Archambeau\, 906-632-6896 x.108  \nThe Listening Session will include guided conversations with tribal elders\, community health representatives\, patients\, and family caregivers. Insights from this session will inform future policies\, outreach\, and services\, ensuring they are community-driven and equity-focused.  \nHOPE is committed to building long-term partnerships with tribal nations to support healing\, hope\, and health. The Listening Session is just one of many steps toward reducing the cancer burden and improving health outcomes in rural and underserved Indigenous communities.
URL:https://www.itcmi.org/event/the-monthly-refill-caregiver-support-group-10/
LOCATION:Cafe Rica\, 62 E. Michigan Ave.\, Battle Creek\, MI\, 49017\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.itcmi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/The-Monthly-Refill-Group.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261207T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261207T200000
DTSTAMP:20260924T095940
CREATED:20260204T142532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T151509Z
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SUMMARY:Peer 360 Mafia Night
DESCRIPTION:Healing Oncology Partnerships for Equity (HOPE) Listening Session Amplifies Tribal Voices to Improve Cancer Care Access in Sault Ste. Marie\nSAULT STE. MARIE – The Healing Oncology Partnerships for Equity (HOPE) initiative is proud to announce an upcoming Listening Session on Tuesday\, August 5 – Wednesday\, August 6 at the Kewadin Casino Conference Center in Sault Ste. Marie.  This event is dedicated to uplifting the voices of the Bay Mills Indian Community and Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians community members to address disparities in cancer care for Native Americans living in rural areas of Northern Michigan. This event symbolizes the power of a single voice in creating change in Tribal\, State and National health systems to create support for Native Americans who are enduring a journey with cancer.    \nThis community listening session is hosted by the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan and is part of a larger collaborative project with Corewell Health\, with funding from the Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute (EACB\, 34437).  The HOPE project is not research; it is specifically designed to communicate cultural\, spiritual and cancer care needs of our communities.  This has the power to motivate health systems to change their practices and promote future research in areas where care methods do not support our rural tribal communities.   \nRooted in respect\, partnership\, and shared knowledge\, the HOPE Listening Sessions will center Indigenous voices and lived experiences of cancer patients\, their family members\, and caregivers of individuals on the journey of a cancer diagnosis.  We also want to include the voices of family members who have lost a loved one to cancer.  Your voices will guide future strategies that will improve access to timely\, culturally centered cancer care. By listening deeply\, the HOPE staff from the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan aims to understand the barriers and with you\, co-develop solutions that resonate within the needs of the Bay Mills and Sault Tribe community.    \n“Just as a single stone causes ripples across an entire pond\, one voice — one story — can influence policies\, programs\, and practices that reach far beyond the moment it’s shared\,” said Dr. Frank Animikwam of the HOPE Initiative. “Our mission is to honor those voices and ensure they shape the future of cancer care in tribal communities.”  \nYou can register yourself or your family members for this event taking place on Tuesday\, August 5 – Wednesday\, August 6\, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm in the Grand Ballroom at the Kewadin Casino Conference Center by calling Chelby Archambeau 906-632-6896 x.108\, or chelby.archambeau@itcmi.org .  Cancer survivors\, caregivers\, and health system staff attending this event will receive a gas-card to support transportation costs   \nEvent Details  \nEvent Name: HOPE Listening Session for Bay Mills Indian Community and Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians Date: Tuesday\, August 5 and Wednesday\, August 6\, 2025 Location: Kewadin Casino Conference Center\, 2186 Shunk Rd\, Sault Ste. Marie\, MI 49783 Time: 9:30 am – 2:00 pm RSVP/Registration: Chelby Archambeau\, 906-632-6896 x.108  \nThe Listening Session will include guided conversations with tribal elders\, community health representatives\, patients\, and family caregivers. Insights from this session will inform future policies\, outreach\, and services\, ensuring they are community-driven and equity-focused.  \nHOPE is committed to building long-term partnerships with tribal nations to support healing\, hope\, and health. The Listening Session is just one of many steps toward reducing the cancer burden and improving health outcomes in rural and underserved Indigenous communities.
URL:https://www.itcmi.org/event/peer-360-mafia-night-10/
LOCATION:Elijah Elk Cultural Center\, 7957 E. Remus Road\, Mount Pleasant\, MI\, 48858\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Monthly Refill | Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Healing Oncology Partnerships for Equity (HOPE) Listening Session Amplifies Tribal Voices to Improve Cancer Care Access in Sault Ste. Marie\nSAULT STE. MARIE – The Healing Oncology Partnerships for Equity (HOPE) initiative is proud to announce an upcoming Listening Session on Tuesday\, August 5 – Wednesday\, August 6 at the Kewadin Casino Conference Center in Sault Ste. Marie.  This event is dedicated to uplifting the voices of the Bay Mills Indian Community and Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians community members to address disparities in cancer care for Native Americans living in rural areas of Northern Michigan. This event symbolizes the power of a single voice in creating change in Tribal\, State and National health systems to create support for Native Americans who are enduring a journey with cancer.    \nThis community listening session is hosted by the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan and is part of a larger collaborative project with Corewell Health\, with funding from the Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute (EACB\, 34437).  The HOPE project is not research; it is specifically designed to communicate cultural\, spiritual and cancer care needs of our communities.  This has the power to motivate health systems to change their practices and promote future research in areas where care methods do not support our rural tribal communities.   \nRooted in respect\, partnership\, and shared knowledge\, the HOPE Listening Sessions will center Indigenous voices and lived experiences of cancer patients\, their family members\, and caregivers of individuals on the journey of a cancer diagnosis.  We also want to include the voices of family members who have lost a loved one to cancer.  Your voices will guide future strategies that will improve access to timely\, culturally centered cancer care. By listening deeply\, the HOPE staff from the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan aims to understand the barriers and with you\, co-develop solutions that resonate within the needs of the Bay Mills and Sault Tribe community.    \n“Just as a single stone causes ripples across an entire pond\, one voice — one story — can influence policies\, programs\, and practices that reach far beyond the moment it’s shared\,” said Dr. Frank Animikwam of the HOPE Initiative. “Our mission is to honor those voices and ensure they shape the future of cancer care in tribal communities.”  \nYou can register yourself or your family members for this event taking place on Tuesday\, August 5 – Wednesday\, August 6\, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm in the Grand Ballroom at the Kewadin Casino Conference Center by calling Chelby Archambeau 906-632-6896 x.108\, or chelby.archambeau@itcmi.org .  Cancer survivors\, caregivers\, and health system staff attending this event will receive a gas-card to support transportation costs   \nEvent Details  \nEvent Name: HOPE Listening Session for Bay Mills Indian Community and Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians Date: Tuesday\, August 5 and Wednesday\, August 6\, 2025 Location: Kewadin Casino Conference Center\, 2186 Shunk Rd\, Sault Ste. Marie\, MI 49783 Time: 9:30 am – 2:00 pm RSVP/Registration: Chelby Archambeau\, 906-632-6896 x.108  \nThe Listening Session will include guided conversations with tribal elders\, community health representatives\, patients\, and family caregivers. Insights from this session will inform future policies\, outreach\, and services\, ensuring they are community-driven and equity-focused.  \nHOPE is committed to building long-term partnerships with tribal nations to support healing\, hope\, and health. The Listening Session is just one of many steps toward reducing the cancer burden and improving health outcomes in rural and underserved Indigenous communities.
URL:https://www.itcmi.org/event/the-monthly-refill-caregiver-support-group-11/
LOCATION:Cafe Rica\, 62 E. Michigan Ave.\, Battle Creek\, MI\, 49017\, United States
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