Ahead of International Overdose Awareness Day on Aug, 31, Squamish Nation shares how culture, community and connection is central to its response to the toxic drug crisis. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4z5XQnf
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The First Nations Health Authority plans, designs, manages, and funds the delivery of First Nations health programs and services in British Columbia.
Share how you connect with the land this summer for a chance to win a gift card! FNHA is launching our annual summer photo-sharing initiative for First Nations people living in BC. Send us your summer photos before August 31 to take part: https://bit.ly/3QCLlyi
Share how you connect with the land this summer for a chance to win a gift card! FNHA is launching our annual summer photo-sharing initiative for First Nations people living in BC. Send us your summer photos before August 31 to take part! Learn more: https://bit.ly/3QCLlyi
PLEASE SHARE: A Drug Poisoning Overdose Advisory has been issued for #MountWaddington area. Find information on supervised consumption sites, drug-checking services & more: ow.ly/FgyS50PLkLF
This World No (Commercial) Tobacco Day, FNHA staff share the strength and healing that comes from growing, preparing and learning about traditional tobacco in a good way. Learn more: https://bit.ly/432egOQ #WorldNoTobaccoDay
Overdose Prevention Services (OPS) and naloxone can help keep us and our loved ones safe while using substances. Find OPS and harm reduction services in your community here: https://bit.ly/4uAdDrK
PLEASE SHARE: A Drug Poisoning Overdose Advisory has been issued for Nanaimo. Find information on supervised consumption sites, drug-checking services & more: ow.ly/FgyS50PLkLF
Congratulations to Juliet Bullock, Registered Nurse (RN), Wisdom in Wellness: First Nations/Indigenous Health Award recipient! Learn more about Juliet's role and the Nurses and Nurse Practitioners of BC Nursing Awards Gala: https://bit.ly/4dnqLuh
FNHA is proud to share that Chief Medical Officer Dr. Nel Wieman has been named a recipient of the inaugural Dr. Barry Lavallee Indigenous Health Advocacy Award by the Indigenous Physicians Association of Canada: https://bit.ly/4uv9HYP
"That's the biggest medicine, I think, is to trust." As Emergency Preparedness Week 2026 comes to a close, we've invited Elder Eugene Harry to share traditional teachings about what emergency preparedness means from a First Nations perspective. Learn more: https://bit.ly/42sU6gy
SȾÁUTW̱ First Nation and FNHA host gathering for tackling climate impacts on health and wellness: https://bit.ly/4niR6wQ
This year, we received nearly 50 heartfelt submissions for our First Nations Mother's Day Contest that honoured the extraordinary First Nations mothers and mother figures who uplift families and communities across BC. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4dsgSLE
People, families and Elders living in Victoria can access culturally safe primary care and traditional wellness services, following the grand opening of the Esquimalt Health Center. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4tcQgDj
Canadian Mental Health Week, which takes places May 4-10, encourages Canadians to build strong connections, a message that is already rooted within First Nations ways of knowing. Learn more: https://bit.ly/42OqzxY
International day of the Midwife, May 5, is a time to celebrate those working to ensure healthy beginnings and hopeful futures for the next generation: https://bit.ly/4tnRMlY
On this day, May 5, we remember and honour the thousands of Indigenous women, girls, and 2S/LGBTQQIA+ people who were murdered or are missing. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4uiSnX1
In response to rising fuel costs across BC, First Nations Health Benefits is temporarily increasing the Medical Transportation mileage rate to $0.32/km, effective May 11, 2026 to August 9, 2026. Learn more: https://bit.ly/49uAPPB
Empowering Health Directors through the Centre for Indigenous Health Leadership: https://bit.ly/4cXPlAf
On April 29, the Dakelh communities of Nak'azdli, Tl'azt'en, and Binche celebrated the grand opening of the Dadzi Wellness Centre in Fort St. James. Services are currently being offered at the Dadzi Wellness Centre, learn more at www.dadziwellness.ca
When Helicopters Without Borders first touched down on the remote v of Gwa'yas'dums, it was carrying more than health service providers. For the remote Kwikwasut'inuxw Haxwa'mis First Nation it marked the beginning of bringing essential health care services closer to home: https://bit.ly/4tZy2Wv
FNHA is delighted to share the 2026/27 Summary Service Plan, Paddling Together: First Nations Health Authority Health and Wellness Plan. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4tSPkEA
The FNHA and Thompson Rivers University have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to formalize our shared commitment to advancing First Nations health and wellness through education, research and community collaboration in BC. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4cJY4XV
FNHA Statement on passing of Shane Pointe: https://www.fnha.ca/about/news-and-events/news/fnha-statement-on-passing-of-shane-pointe
April 10 marks Indigenous Nurses Day. Today, and every day, we raise our hands to Indigenous nurses and all Community Health Nurses (CHNs) who walk alongside First Nations communities every day. Learn more: https://bit.ly/41qav50
Good oral health supports the health of our whole body. That's why, this April, during National Oral Health Month in Canada, we're promoting the importance of oral health for overall well-being. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3OvxUPr
Tell us about a special First Nations mother / mother figure in your life and you could win a gift card to treat her to a Mother’s Day lunch! Learn how you can enter: https://bit.ly/48CJwH9
Today, March 24, is World TB Day, a time to recognize and support the individuals and families living with TB disease and spread awareness about prevention. youtube.com/playlist?lis... #worldtbday
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