Resolution No. 2019-20 - Passed By Consensus

Suicide Prevention

Whereas;  The community of Old Crow has experienced escalated instances of suicide as well as suicide 
		attempts and suicidal thoughts or tendencies;

Whereas;  Many other indigenous communities whether they are in rural areas or in urban settings are 
		experiencing a similar crisis;

Whereas;  Our own self-government as well as all other levels of government in Canada have an 
		obligation to ensure the health and wellness of their beneficiaries;

Therefore Be It Resolved;	

That the Vuntut Gwitichin Government work to create and implement a community mental wellness 
plan that addresses suicide prevention and intervention; and

That the Vuntut Gwitchin Government partner with other agencies, including but not limited to other 
First Nation governments and Tribal Councils, to effectively prevent suicides and suicide attempts as 
well as to improve the response to suicide and suicide attempts.