One of Insight’s longest-running programs, the Indigenous Health Program has connected students with Indigenous communities since 2012.

It provides meaningful, respectful exposure to Indigenous healthcare while building cultural understanding and supporting pathways for students to work in Indigenous communities after graduation.

The program centres around three core areas:

          - Cultural education and competency training

          - Indigenous outreach trips with visiting clinicians

          - Mentorship and community connection

A key component is the Indigenous Cultural Communication Workshop (ICCW), which introduces students to Indigenous history, culture, and health inequities. The workshop also prepares students for outreach opportunities and is a prerequisite for programs such as APY trips and Indigenous placements.

Outreach trips allow students to join visiting doctors in regional and remote communities, gaining first-hand insight into culturally appropriate care across a range of clinical settings.

Today, the program continues to evolve through partnerships with Indigenous communities and student-led initiatives. Outreach opportunities typically run from May to November, with applications opening periodically throughout the year.

Insight remains committed to supporting culturally respectful healthcare experiences while empowering students to contribute meaningfully to Indigenous health.