Q: What makes your clinic different?

AUNTIE:

Mino Pimatisiwin means 'the good life.' We believe all people deserve access to culturally safe health care so they can live a good life.

Q: What types of testing is available at the clinic?

AUNTIE:

First, we’ll ask about any specific symptoms or concerns that brought you to the clinic. Next, we’ll decide where we go from there with you. Testing is typically available for HIV, Hep B and C, syphilis, chlamydia, gonorrhea, bacterial vaginosis and trichomoniasis. We also have pregnancy tests.

Q: Do you provide traditional medicines?

AUNTIE:

We have traditional medicines available, and our [Knowledge Keepers, Elders, grandmothers and aunties… ] are there to provide guidance in traditional healing.

Q: What happens when someone comes to the clinic for the first time?

AUNTIE:

That’s totally up to you! We’ll talk about why you stopped by and take things one step at a time.

Q: Should I bring my partner?

AUNTIE:

We’d love to meet them, too. Make it a date!