By Jim Pattison Children's Hospital Foundation

Honouring Partnership: Jim Patison Children’s Hospital Foundation and the Saskatoon Tribal Council Unveil Meaningful Star Blanket at JPCH

Jun 30, 2023 | 11:27 AM

Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital Foundation (JPCHF) and Saskatoon Tribal Council (STC) are delighted to announce a significant milestone in our partnership that further strengthens the bond between Indigenous communities and Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital.

During a special ceremony held at Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital, leaders from the Saskatoon Tribal Council officially presented and displayed a handcrafted star blanket to Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital Foundation. The star blanket, intricately woven with meaningful symbolism, represents the interconnectedness of all living things and carries the prayers and well wishes of the Indigenous communities it represents. The blanket is carefully displayed in the main corridor within the hospital, serving as a tangible embodiment of the partnerships’ shared values and aspirations.

The unveiling of the star blanket serves as a powerful testament to the collaborative efforts between JPCHF and STC, underscoring our shared commitment to improving the health outcomes of all children and their families in Saskatchewan. This partnership will continue to prioritize the unique health care challenges faced by Indigenous communities, working towards innovative solutions to provide access to care at the community level.

“The star blanket symbolizes community connection and marks bonds of honour in First
Nation communities. When one is gifted a blanket, it shows respect and honour,” said
Saskatoon Tribal Council Tribal Chief Mark Arcand.

“The inclusion of the star blanket in Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital is an acknowledgement of the
vital role that Indigenous culture plays at Saskatchewan’s dedicated children and maternal hospital,” said Brynn Boback-Lane, President & CEO of Saskatchewan’s Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital Foundation.

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“Its presence will help foster an atmosphere of cultural safety, sensitivity, and respect within the hospital, ensuring that children and their families from all cultures feel seen, valued, and understood. We are deeply honoured to display the star blanket in Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital, showcasing our proud partnership with the Saskatoon Tribal Council, and serving as a reminder of our Foundation’s commitment to culturally sensitive care for children and families in our province.”

ABOUT SASKATCHEWAN’S JIM PATTISON CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL FOUNDATION
Saskatchewan’s Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital Foundation is dedicated to raising funds for the
enhancement of maternal and children’s health care in Saskatchewan. Our Foundation’s mission
is to inspire philanthropy for Saskatchewan to drive transformative maternal and children’s health,
research, and innovation through Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital and programs throughout the
province. For more information, please visit pattisonchildrens.ca.

ABOUT THE SASKATOON TRIBAL COUNCIL
Saskatoon Tribal Council (STC) improves the quality of life of First Nations through mutually
beneficial partnerships with community organizations and industry. Acting as a representative
body for seven First Nations, STC delivers programs and services to those living in member
communities and Saskatoon. Opportunities for improved living are accessed through programs
and services in health, safety, economic development, education, and financial investments in the
broader community. STC operates on the values of FIRE: Fairness, Integrity, Respect, and
Excellence. More information is available at www.sktc.sk.ca.