October 22, 2014 - The Nisga'a Valley Health Authority board and staff welcomed Simgigat, Sigidim-haanak' and members of the public to witness the unveiling and blessing of new state of the art x-ray, lab, ultrasound and optometry equipment that will enhance medical services delivery in the Nass Valley.

The afternoon ceremony began with opening remarks by NVH Board chairperson Rev. James Moore and opening prayer by Rev. Cannon Gary Davis, Sr., followed by opening remarks by NLG Representative, Sigidim-nak' Angaye'e, Shirley Morven who provided a historical context of the evolution of health services in the Nass Valley.

The blessing of the new facilities was led by Sim'oogit W'ii Gilaxnamk'ap (Rev. Can., Gary Davis); Sim'oogit W'ii Adaahlgan (Cpt. Oliver McNeil); Sim'oogit Wisin Xbil'tkw (Andrew Mercer) and Sim'oogit Luudisdoos (Rev. Harry Moore) with prayers offered by Sigidimnak' W'ii Ts'iksna'aks (Pauline Grandison) and Sigidimnak' Tk'igapks (Alice Azak).

The new equipment sees the return of critical medical services that will make accessibility easier for Nass Valley residents.  Medical staff were on hand to provide an overview of all of the new equipment features.

To see more pictures of the blessing ceremony, visit our photo album: http://nisgaanation.zenfolio.com/p558410449

The Nisga'a Valley Health Authority will have their 27th Annual General Meeting tomorrow at the Laxgalts'ap Community Centre in the Nisga'a Village of Laxgalts'ap.