COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics

Stoney First Nations Vaccine Clinics

Getting vaccinated in one of the best and most effective ways of preventing the spread of COVID-19 and protecting our community’s most vulnerable. Many people shared their own personal reasons for getting vaccinated – some shared similar stories, while others had travel, connecting with family and getting back to normal at the top of mind. Check out this vaccine video series! 

Stoney Health Services hosted several vaccine clinics throughout April welcoming eligible community members to get first doses of the COVID-19 vaccine.

Chiniki Councillor Jordie Mark

September Daniels

Deanna Goodstoney

Lionel Crowspreadhiswings

Shylance Twoyoungmen

Stoney Education Authority's Cherith Mark

Donna Eddison

Stoney Health Service's Wendy Thatcher

Kind Words of Support from neighbouring Banff Hospital Staff

Kind words from Banff Mineral Springs Hospital staff to all Stoney Nakoda people. 

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 “To the residents of Stoney Nakoda First Nation, On behalf of Mineral Springs Hospital, we want to extend our deepest well wishes to you all. The battle with COVID is brutal; it is a lonely struggle at times and we want you to know we are here to help in any way we can. You are not alone! We are praying for a swift recovery for those ill and strength for those providing care for their loved ones. You are resilient, and there will be beautiful days ahead. You are in our prayers.” – Margie Smith, Site Administrator

COVID-19 Drive-thru Testing Schedule for February

COVID-19 Drive-thru Testing Schedule in February

  • Drive-thru testing site will be open for the next two Saturdays from 12-3pm. ( Feb. 6, Feb. 13)
  • Results will be followed up by Stoney Health Services staff on the next business day, Monday the 8th and Tuesday the 16th.
  • Reminder to isolate as directed after testing and/OR  after receiving text from AHS of positive results.
  • Drive-thru testing will be open Monday-Friday from 11:00-3:30 pm until further notice.

COVID Drive-thru Testing Weekdays

Testing Monday thru Friday, 11:30 am - 12:00 pm until further notice at the Centax Gas Station.

COVID Drive-thru Testing Weekends

Testing available Saturdays (Feb. 6 & 13) from 12 - 3:00 p.m. at the Centex Gas Station.

Thank you to Canmore and Area Family Resource Network

Thank you to Canmore FRN & Community

The Stoney Family Resource Network would like to thank the following for donating items to the Stoney Nakoda First Nation.
– Canmore community members
The kindness and items donated are greatly appreciated during our current state of emergency.
Items donated include feminine hygiene products, diapers, food, soaps, shampoo etc. Canmore community members also donated $1,000 to the Eagles Nest.
Thank you Cochrane FRN

COVID-19 Vaccine Rollout Begins for Stoney Nakoda Community

COVID-19 Vaccines are rolling out to the Stoney Nakoda community

January 13, 2021 – Small batches of COVID-19 vaccines have started arriving for the Stoney Nakoda community. These vaccines will be distributed in a phased distribution schedule (detailed below) as determined by Alberta Health Services. 

Stoney Tribal Council Chiefs and administration have been in dialogue with provincial health officials to discuss the rollout and secure vaccines for the community. 

  • Health-care workers in intensive care units
  • Staff in long-term care and designated supportive living facilities
  • Home care workers
  • Health-care workers in emergency departments
  • All residents of long-term care and designated supportive living, regardless of age
  • Health-care workers in COVID-19 units, medical and surgical units, and operating rooms
  • Paramedics and emergency medical technicians

Health care professionals are at a high risk of contracting and spreading COVID-19 to patients, each other and within the community. We will vaccinate Stoney Health Services staff to ensure that they are protected and can better serve the health and wellness needs of Stoney Nakoda members.

  • As soon as vaccines arrive, Stoney Nakoda elders and seniors 65+ will be contacted and invited to get vaccinated.
  • Vaccines are not mandatory and it is the choice of each person to get vaccinated. 
  • Stoney Health Services will provide guidance to ensure each person has the necessary information to make an informed decision for their family.

Vaccine distribution is limited by supply. The Stoney Nakoda community will be informed as the vaccine distribution plan unfolds. More details in the coming weeks.