An Indigenous-led midwifery service on southern Vancouver Island that reduced child apprehensions says it has had to close due to a lack of provincial funding. Michelle Gamage reports. Michelle reports on health for The Tyee. Published July 2, 2025. https://thetyee.ca/News/2025/07/02/Funding-Cuts-Indigenous-Midwifery-Service/

Funding Cuts Are Shutting Down This Successful Indigenous Midwifery Service

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