23. “We call upon all levels of government to: (i) Increase the number of Aboriginal professionals working in the health-care field. (ii) Ensure the retention of Aboriginal health-care providers in Aboriginal communities. (iii) Provide cultural competency training for all healthcare professionals.” –Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada: Calls to Action

the Discourse, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

The Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s (TRC) 23rd call to action was for an increase in Indigenous health care practitioners. Without clear numbers, how can this call be met?