A new report on cancer on remote northern First Nations finds persistent inequalities for screening, cancer care, and health outcomes.

The study conducted by the Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority shows a higher incidence of certain cancers.

It finds that colorectal, breast, lung, kidney, prostate and cervical cancers account for over half of all cases.

The report also finds that people living on First Nations have the poorest survival outcomes in the province, at 14.5 percent lower than the Ontario average.

The study also show the incidence of cancer in young people under 25 is 4.3 percent, which is three times the provincial rate.

The report outlines a number of recommendations, including a 10-year cancer strategy.

The full report can be found here