Dr. Heather Foulds

Associate Professor

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Biography

Dr. Heather Foulds is an Associate Professor at the University of Saskatchewan, holding a Canada Research Chair in Wholistic Health and Well-Being. With a Ph.D. in Experimental Medicine from the University of British Columbia, she focuses on Indigenous wellness and healthy aging, managing chronic conditions and enhancing human performance. Dr. Foulds is a co-scientific director of the Healing Together Métis Health Wellness Research Network and leads significant research initiatives aimed at understanding the determinants of health in Indigenous populations. Her recent projects include theatre-based knowledge mobilization related to Métis culture and health impacts from Métis dancing. Dr. Foulds actively collaborates with various health research networks, addressing the unique health challenges faced by Indigenous women, and is dedicated to training the next generation of scholars in this vital field.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2018-01-01 — Present

University of Saskatchewan • Saskatoon, SK

Teaching and conducting research focusing on Indigenous health and well-being.

Courses

KIN 223.3 - Contemporary Health Issues KIN 250.3 - Body Moves II KIN 424.3 - Aging Physical Activity

Requirements for University of Saskatchewan

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:19
Speaking
Required:19
Total
Required:86
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:120
Overall
Required:120
Prerequisites
Four-year undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline
Application Checklist
  • Official transcripts
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Statement of intent
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Standard university-wide graduate requirements apply to most arts and science departments unless otherwise specified by the program.