Edith Monture's legacy
Edith Monture's legacy honoured on Indigenous Nurses Day
The first Indigenous woman to become a registered nurse in Canada—Edith Monture—was a powerful matriarch whose legacy continues to inspire nurses today.
Fourth-year University of Victoria Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) students Christina Tsuil-menak (pictured left) and Kyla Elliott (pictured right) are among those celebrating Monture’s legacy today on Indigenous Nurses Day, which is held on April 10 to coincide with Monture’s birthday.
A special event will be held at First Peoples House this afternoon to honour the contributions of Indigenous nurses and their cultural knowledge in healthcare, and to celebrate Indigenous nursing students graduating from UVic.
“When I think of Edith Monture—talk about determination,” says Tsuil-menak.
She turns to her friend and smiles.
“I see Edith in Kyla—a strong, matriarchal woman.”
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