First Nations

Talking About Illness

Elder Gerry

Elder Gerry Oleman, a member of the St'át'imc Nation, is from Tsal’alh (Shalalth), British Columbia. He is a cultural and spiritual consultant in health care settings.

Communicating in the old ways

Elder Gerry Oleman talks about using traditional communication tools to ease high-stress situations. (01:43)

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