1. Midwifery Symposium, Whitehorse, Yukon
The Alva Foundation
Safety and Costs of Midwifery Care in BC and Canada’s North
Patricia Janssen, PhD
Professor and Director, PHD and MSc Programs
UBC School of Population and Public Health
Associate Faculty, Midwifery Program and Dept of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Midwifery Symposium, Whitehorse, Yukon

4. Hay River, Northwest Territories
Hay River is the closest community to Fort Smith (3 hour drive)
Women do not have access to maternity care in the community.
Usually fly out to Yellowknife or Edmonton 2 or 3 weeks prior to their due date.
Hay River
Fort Smith