Table 1 Sample and Data collection

Individual interviews

· 66 mothers

· 1 father

· 9 health care /community leaders (e.g. physicians, CEO’s)

Focus groups

· 42 mothers and 2 fathers in 5 groups

· 11 elders

· 5 youth (men and women)

Community Meetings

· Small group meetings with health professionals

· Meetings with cultural centre staff

· Community meetings

Observations and invited participation at community events (>1000 hours)

· Mother’s and Tots groups and drop ins;

· Christmas school celebration;

· Field visit to ancestral village

· Mother’s Day luncheon with about 60 mothers, fathers and children

· Baby Welcoming Ceremony

· Cultural Centre Opening ceremonies

· Participation in language classes, traditional weaving, salmon preparation