How integration of the federal Indian Register has enhanced First Nations-specific analysis of ICES data

IntroductionIn Ontario, First Nations are increasingly seeking population-level data about the health of their citizens. However, First Nations people are not readily identified in standard health administrative data and indirect strategies, such as the use of on-reserve addresses, are limited in scope and validity. Objectives and ApproachThe Chiefs of Ontario entered into a Data Governance Agreement with the Institute for Clinical Evaluative …