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Read the FNHA’s 2023/2024 Annual Report
October 30, 2024 The First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) is pleased to present the 2023/2024 Annual Report, highlighting progress under the Paddling Together: Multi-Year Health Plan. This year marks a significant milestone – 10 years since Health Canada’s First Nations Inuit Health Branch BC Region health services were transferred to the FNHA. Several transitions in […]
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Attend the Rural Voices Gathering 2024
Oct. 24, 2024 The Rural Voices Gathering is an open and inclusive event welcoming everyone who lives, works or provides services in rural, remote, First Nations, and Métis communities across British Columbia. Co-hosted by the Rural Coordination Centre of BC, First Nations Health Authority, and Health Quality BC, this province-wide gathering is your opportunity to […]
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Toxic drug alert: Prince Rupert
October 30, 2024 Northern Health & First Nations Health Authority Health Alert There has been an increase in overdoses in the community of Prince Rupert linked to drugs sold as “down”. Overdoses occurring when drugs are smoked, individuals require multiple doses of naloxone to reverse. Take care, drugs move throughout the North, please share this […]
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Potential Measles Exposure Advisory at Vancouver International Airport
The BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC) is alerting the public about a passenger with measles who is known to have travelled through Vancouver International Airport between 6 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. on Oct. 16. You can read about the details of this potential exposure at the BCCDC website. What this means for you: Additional Measles […]
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Media advisory – Minister Valdez to make important announcement on health care for Indigenous communities
From: Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada October 29, 2024 The Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Small Business, will make an important announcement on bringing new health care innovations to Indigenous communities across British Columbia. A media availability will follow the announcement. Date: Wednesday, October 30, 2024 Time: Event will start at 2:30 pm (ET). […]
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Bonaparte First Nation celebrates completion of their new water treatment plants
From: Indigenous Services Canada October 28, 2024 Today, Bonaparte First Nation proudly marked the completion of two new water treatment plants, which now provide clean drinking water to remote areas of their community. The newly built water treatment plants and distribution systems, located in the Lower Hat Creek area, are a significant step toward ensuring […]
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Katie Hughes assumes the role of Acting Chief Operating Officer
October 24, 2024 The First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) is pleased to announce that Katie Hughes will be taking on the role of Acting Chief Operating Officer (COO) effective October 21, 2024. She will serve in this position for the next 12 months. Katie’s focus will be to ensure continued, integrated progress on key […]
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Closing The Circle – Fall 2024 – NCCIH
Greetings from the traditional territories of the Lheidli T’enneh First Nation, upon which the National Collaborating Centre for Indigenous Health (NCCIH) is located. As the weather cools and fall settles in, we’re excited to share some upcoming resources and updates to support your well-being and professional growth in the season ahead. Earlier this month we […]
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FNHA launches 2024-25 Urban and Away-from-Home Funding Initiative
October 21, 2024 The First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) is excited to introduce the 2024-25 Urban and Away-from-Home (UAH) Funding Initiative. Grants of up to $25,000 are available to support the UAH population in areas of primary care, mental health and wellness, the toxic drug response, addressing anti-Indigenous racism and promoting cultural safety in health […]
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Celebrating Health Care Assistants Day – FNHA
October 17, 2024 To the Health Care Assistants working in First Nations communities, On behalf of the First Nations Health Authority (FNHA), we express our deepest gratitude for the vital work you do in First Nations communities. October 18, 2024 is National Health Care Assistants Day; a time to honor your compassion, resilience, and commitment to caring for Elders, families and community members. We […]
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