Dr. Hélène Laperrière

Professor

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Biography

Professor Hélène Laperrière has extensive experience in nursing and public health, focusing on community health education and Indigenous health perspectives. She holds a PhD in Public Health from Université de Montréal and completed postdoctoral studies in popular health education at Universidade Federal da Paraíba in Brazil. Her research interests include Indigenous healing practices, community health, cultural practices for Indigenous populations, and participatory research methodologies. In her work, she actively engages with Latin American social movements and community-based health programs, aiming to raise awareness about public health issues such as AIDS prevention and health education initiatives. Professor Laperrière coordinates the Niikaniganaw project, which is dedicated to developing Indigenous research methodologies that support and involve diverse communities in urban settings. Currently, she is accepting new students for thesis supervision in her areas of expertise.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Ottawa

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Honours BA in History or equivalent
Application Checklist
  • Official Transcripts
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • Statement of Interest
Specialization Notes

Department of History