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Métis health in Canada: a scoping review of Métis-specific health literature.
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- Inequities in access to palliative care and community-based indigenous palliative care programs in Canada: a scoping review.BMC palliative care · 2026Article
- Chronic complex conditions and functional limitations among Métis children in Alberta, Canada: a retrospective cohort study.Paediatrics & child health · 2026Article
- Métis women's health and wellbeing scoping review: resurgence in action.AlterNative (Auckland, N.Z. : 2005) · 2025Article
- Indigenous oral health equity: The path forward.Canadian journal of dental hygiene : CJDH = Journal canadien de l'hygiene dentaire : JCHD · 2025Review
- Sexual and gender diversity in a Métis community: challenging stigma and celebrating resilience.AlterNative (Auckland, N.Z. : 2005) · 2025Article
- "I'm still not over feeling so isolated": Métis women, Two-Spirit, and gender-diverse people's experiences of the COVID-19 pandemic.Canadian journal of public health = Revue canadienne de sante publique · 2024Article
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Abstract
backgroundMétis are a culturally unique and distinct population, yet little research has evaluated their health separate from the broader Indigenous population. We sought to explore current literature regarding the health of Métis Peoples in Canada and identify potential trends and gaps.
methodsUsing the Arksey-O'Malley, 5-stage, scoping review method, we searched PubMed, MEDLINE, iPortal Indigenous Articles Portal Research Tool and pertinent reference lists using the terms "Métis," "health" and "Canada." Two reviewers conducted the initial searches independently, including English articles from 2012 to 2022, and focused on only Métis populations' health within Canada. We described characteristics of the articles and themes for discussion.
resultsOf the 572 articles we identified, we included a total of 28 articles in this scoping review, of which 16 were quantitative, 9 were qualitative and 3 used mixed methods. Thirteen articles used consultation with Métis communities as part of their methods, and 8 extracted data from national surveys. One article focused on children, while all other articles focused on adults. Nine articles used data from across Canada, 6 were based in Ontario, 5 in Alberta and 4 each in British Columbia and Manitoba. Themes included health, well-being and spirituality; mental health and substance use; health conditions and risk factors; access to adequate health resources; and experiences in health care.
interpretationMétis-specific health research is lacking in Canada, with a gap in volume, subject matter and diversity in the demographics studied. This review illustrates the need for more research with strong community engagement to further explore Métis health and health service needs.
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