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Young Wisdom on Mental Health and Wellness
Head Start Programs Adapt in Laxgalts’ap and Gitanmaax
Chief Medical Officer of the FNHA to Join Indigenous Services Canada to Support Nation-wide COVID-19 Response
Should You Take Your Child to the Doctor During COVID-19?
A Mother’s Day During COVID-19
Enjoy the hot weather safely while practising physical distancing!
First Nations Health Authority Issues Guidance on Notification of COVID-19 Cases
Happy Nursing Week!
International Nurses Day: tips to celebrate nurses in your community
Your story, our future: new survey seeks input from First Nations on COVID-19
First Nations Health Authority and Canadian Red Cross Announce Partnership for Disaster Response
The Power of Voice to Advance Culturally Safe Health Care for First Nations Communities
Practise Lateral Kindness to Help Reduce Stigma and Fear of COVID-19
The FNHA and Canadian Red Cross Partner on Disaster Response
Good Medicine: Show us your homemade / handmade face masks!
Let’s stay strong and committed to our efforts during the long weekend
Taking care of our sexual health during the pandemic
Staying connected if your loved one is hospitalized due to COVID-19
Accessing contraception, abortion and sexually transmitted infection counselling and services during COVID-19
Pandemic Side Effect: Media Spotlight on FNHA’s Doctors
First Nations Virtual Doctor of the Day Service Provides Culturally-Safe Primary Care for First Nations People in BC
Staying strong during tough times with the “medicine of resilience”
Good Medicine: Reclaiming Food Sovereignty and Security with a Gardening Program for First Nations Families
First Nations Health Authorities Tell Commons Committee They Need More PPE
Safety First: Let’s protect our children from ingesting hand sanitizer
Indigenous Peoples Day of Wellness Grants Go Digital for 2020
Commitment Sticks: A Reminder That Culture is Healing
Good Medicine: Laughter! We all need some laughs right now
Phase Two Does Not Mean “Back to Normal”
Good Medicine: First Nations “ninjas” are doing good deeds for homebound community members
Update on COVID-19 Testing Protocols
World Environment Day 2020
Statement of Solidarity with Peaceful Protests against Racism and Police Brutality in Canada and the US
June 15 is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
FNHA Launches Mobile App
Honouring our Elders Today and Every Day
Good Medicine: Share your stay-at-home-made creations!
Good Medicine: Let this be a season for First Nations youth and Elders to learn from each other
Father’s Day this year will look a little different from previous years
FNHA Photo Contest in Celebration of the International Year of the Nurse and Midwife
Introducing the new Good Medicine page!
Leadership Opportunity for BC First Nations Youth
Widespread Racism Requires System-Wide Response: First Nations Health Authority
Good Medicine: We’re celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Day (June 21) a little differently this year!
Good Medicine: Restarting our health and wellness routines as we come out of self-isolation
Staying Strong & Healthy during this time: Join the “Tobacco Timeout Challenge”
FNHA Reports 86 First Nations Cases of COVID-19 to June 14, 2020
Phase Three Means More Reopening, Ongoing Caution
BC First Nations Wellness Champion: Joe Lattie from Gitanmaax First Nation
COVID-19 Pandemic Sparks Surge in Overdose Deaths this Year
Good Medicine: Congratulations to the 2020 First Nations Graduates throughout BC!
BC First Nations Celebrate Culture and Wellness Online
FNHA, FNHC, FNHDA Issue Statement Supporting Mary Ellen Turpel-Lafond’s Investigation into Systemic Racism
BC First Nation celebrates Pride Month with its first-ever Pride Parade!
Good Medicine Breanna Miller Helps Youth Connect with their Strengths
Expanded Prior Approval Coverage for Indian Residential School Resolution Health Support Program
Victoria Demonstration Calls Attention to Latest Incident of Alleged Anti-Indigenous Racism in BC
Indigenous Climate Health Action Program Funding Available for BC First Nations
Community Outbreak Declared on Haida Gwaii
Are your children’s immunizations up to date?
Indigenous Day of Wellness Grant Supports Music Video Sung in Secwepemctsin
Good Medicine: Wellness Champion Megan Metz draws on Haisla culture to support youth mental health and wellness
Taking patient-centred care to the next level – Community Health Nursing in Akisqnuk
Free Webinar on Climate Health Action Planning for First Nations
The FNHA 30x30 Active Challenge is back
Summary Service Plan 2020-21 Release
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FNHA Tackles BC’s Dual Public Health Crises with Overdose Prevention Campaign and New Virtual Health Service
Welcome to the FNHA 30x30 Active Challenge!
COVID-19 Alert – Northwest BC
Hope, Healing and Hip-Hop
Stay COVID-Safe Over the Labour Day Long Weekend
International FASD Day – Esk’etemc Community Highlights Strength-Based Approaches to Wellness
Wellness Champion: Kym Gouchie Turns 30x30 Challenge Into Healthy Habit
Here are some wellness tips to keep you motivated and active!
The FNHA/FNHC/FNHDA Urge Nations to Protect Each Other by Cancelling or Postponing Gatherings and Ceremonies
Information on Wildfire Smoke and the COVID-19 Pandemic
30x30 Active Challenge: Get Moving in Menopause to Help Mind, Body and Spirit
FNHA’s Dr. Nel Wieman talks about using Compassion to tackle the Stigma of Addiction and Prevent Overdose Death
Immunizations Keep Adults Healthy Too!
The Search for FNHA’s next Chief Executive Officer Begins
Wellness Champion: Jessie Jim from Hesquiaht First Nation
A Calling From Childhood
The flu shot: this year, it’s more important than ever to get one!
Environmental Health Day: Supporting Healthy Environments in First Nations Communities
FNHA 30x30 Active Challenge: Remember to stretch as it helps improve performance and prevent injuries
Survivors speak on Orange Shirt Day
Today is the final day of the FNHA’s 30x30 Active Challenge
Read the FNHA’s 2019/2020 Annual Report
Join us in being “Sober(er) for October”!
BC First Nations Health Governance Leadership Supports Investigation
Seeking input on the FNHA’s Five-Year Plan!
Seeking input on the FNHA’s Multi-Year Capital Plan!
COVID-19 Advisory on Sweat Lodges and Potlatches
Keep Your Bubbles Small this Thanksgiving and Into Fall as COVID Cases Rise
Sober(er) for October: Chris Wycotte from the Williams Lake First Nation shares his inspiring story of recovery
There is no health without mental health
Sober(er) for October: helping ourselves and others regain balance spiritually, mentally, physically and emotionally
Good Medicine: The FNHA Wellness Team “Walks the Talk” and Leads by Example!
Six Tips for Using a Mask While Wearing Hearing Aids
Sober(er) for October: Mixing Substances Can Be Risky
A Wellness Champion shares his story of abstinence and how it has contributed to his health and wellness
Dr. Shannon McDonald: Book Your Flu Shot Now
Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day in BC is October 15
Midwife Connects Life Givers to Traditional Birthing
Sober(er) for October: Overcoming Shame and Stigma
FNHA Collaborates With Youth to Create COVID-19 Wellness Campaign
How to celebrate Halloween safely during COVID-19
Sober(er) for October: Relapse Can Happen, Help is Available
Sober(er) for October: Recovery and Harm-Reduction for Youth
Tablet Initiative connects Elders and Knowledge Keepers with Expectant Mothers
Nursing a Connection With the Community
Reclaiming Indigenous Midwifery
Diabetes Awareness Month: You can still live your best life
Dr. Bonnie Henry Issues New Orders as COVID-19 Case Numbers Rise Across the Province
National Addictions Awareness Week 2020 is here
National Addictions Awareness Week 2020: Healing and Treatment
Province extends emergency, introduces mask enforcement measures
FNHA's Becky Palmer honoured by Canadian Academy of Nursing
National Addictions Awareness Week 2020: Help reduce stigma and save lives
Zero Tolerance of Racism Basic First Step to Ensure Equal Access to Health Care for First Nations people in BC
Health and Wellness Support for Indigenous People - Following Release of Addressing Racism Investigation Report
Nursing Is About Walking the Path Together
Review Recommends Steps to Solve Widespread Racism in B.C. Health Care
FNHA Welcomes News of COVID-19 Vaccine
Weathering a COVID winter
First Nations Health Authority announces appointment of Richard Jock as CEO
What to Do if You've Received a COVID-19 Positive Test Result
COVID-19 Vaccines Are Safe, Effective and Will Save Lives
The pandemic and winter blues: a one-two punch to our mental health
The 2021 Winter Wellness Grants are coming soon!
Funding Available for Outdoor Play Spaces at FNHA AHSOR Head Start Sites
What You Need to Know About the COVID-19 Vaccine
Celebrating Christmas during the COVID-19 pandemic
Early Access to COVID-19 Vaccine for Rural and Remote First Nations Communities
Staying “Home SAFE Home” for the Holidays
COVID-19 Vaccines (Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna) – How They Work
Happy New Year 2021! Brighter days are ahead and a vaccine is coming!
The FNHA Winter Wellness Grants 2021 Applications are now open
Board of Directors - Director at Large Recruitment
Open Letter from First Nations Health Authority and Island Health CEOs
An FNHA plan to fight disease with emergency management
Caution over COVID-19 Urged During Vaccine Rollout
The COVID-19 vaccine: a First Nations doctor who’s received the COVID-19 vaccine shares some information and thoughts
FNHA Statement on shortage of Pfizer mRNA vaccines
Warning – Unsolicited Goods (PPE)
How to Have Conversations About Substance Use
Provincial government releases COVID-19 vaccine rollout plan
Indigenous Youth and Mental Health: Culture and tradition go virtual in a good way
COVID-19 Vaccine Hot Topics: FNHA Experts answer your questions
Just the facts: COVID-19 vaccine for pregnant or breastfeeding women
Youth-friendly sexual health care: know your rights!
Moving Toward Vaccine Confidence
First nurses trained to prescribe pharmaceutical alternatives to illicit drugs - a Canadian first
How the Ancestors Saved Harry
BC First Nations Communities Accepting Vaccines With Open Arms, Rolled-Up Sleeves
An FNHA Update on COVID-19 Vaccine Rollout
Stay the course: why we need to follow public health guidelines, even after getting the COVID-19 vaccine
BC Phase 2 Vaccination Rollout Update
Hot Topics: Questions about COVID-19 virus variants? Here are some answers
VaxChamps Share Their Reasons For Getting COVID-19 Vaccines
Celebrating International Women’s Day 2021 and Speaking Up for Change
Evolving Vaccination Plans is Science in Action: Dr. Bonnie Henry
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The Best Vaccine for You Is the One Available to You Right Now
Why Your Second Dose COVID-19 Vaccine Can Be Extended
COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics Opening to Indigenous People Age 55 and Older
The FNHA Seeks Feedback From the Urban and Away-from-Home Population in BC
New Orders from Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry Due to Rising Case Counts
COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics Now Open to all Indigenous People 18+
First Dose COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics Complete in all BC First Nations Communities
The mental health pandemic within the COVID-19 pandemic: Coping with uncertainty and disconnection
BC First Nations Are a High Priority to Receive COVID-19 Vaccine
Draw on Culture, Community and Resilience to Stay Safe Against COVID-19 Variants and Rising Cases
Toxic drug supply claims more than 7,000 British Columbians since 2016
BC’s Toxic Drug Crisis hits five-year Mark
Indigenous People are a High Priority to Receive COVID-19 Vaccinations
Why We Must Keep up Protective Measures Even After Getting Vaccinated
Wellness Kits Promote Self-Care for Coast Salish Youth in Vancouver Island
The Importance of Staying on Track With Childhood Immunizations
BC Heightens Restrictions To Combat COVID-19 Spread
The Tripartite Committee on First Nations Health Releases 2019-2020 Annual Report
First Nations Health Authority’s Dr. Terri Aldred Recipient of 2020-2021 RDOC Mikhael Award for Medical Education
The First Nations Health Authority and Island Health Stand in solidarity with Stz’uminus First Nation to Promote Awareness
Vaccinated mothers can transfer antibodies to their babies to protect them from COVID-19
Being Prepared for Your Future Health Care Needs
Emergency Preparedness Means Being Ready for Anything
“Lifting Our Spirits” with safe celebrations with National Indigenous Peoples Day of Wellness Grants
The Second COVID-19 Vaccine Dose: Why We All Need To Get It, and What To Expect
Joint Statement on Misleading COVID-19 Information
Recognizing FNHA’s nurses for National Nursing Week 2021
Pregnant Women Prioritized for the COVID-19 Vaccination
New Harm Reduction Campaign Aims to “Increase the Support, Reduce the Harm”
FNHA Welcomes Statement on Racism From BC Health Regulators
Second-dose vaccination clinics are rolling out: Can we return to “normal” soon?
FNHA 30x30 Active Challenge is back in June 2021!
COVID-19 Vaccinations Now Available to Youth Age 12 and Older
FNHA Doctors to “Walk the Talk” by Joining FNHA 30x30 Active Challenge
First Nations Toxic Drug Deaths Doubled During the Pandemic in 2020
Kamloops Residential School Statement
Statement on Discovery of Mass Grave in Tk’emlups
Vaccines and Vigilance Key to Putting the Pandemic Behind Us
First Nations Virtual Doctor Service a Life-Saver
Joint Report on First Nations Health and Wellness Is Now Available
Self-Serve Opportunities to Shape FNHA’s Five-Year Plan!
Webinar Series Promotes Language Revitalization in Vancouver Island Region
The First Nations Health Authority Releases 2021/22 Summary Service Plan
Ground Blessing Ceremony Held for New Vancouver Island Healing Facility New Building
Indigenous children to benefit from land-based programming to promote wellness
Travel Restrictions Lifted As BC Restart Plan Moves to Step Two
Vaccine Hot Topics: Myocarditis, Pericarditis and the COVID-19 Vaccines
Island Health honours the children located in Kamloops with moment of silence on June 21
June is Men’s Health Month: Let’s talk about sexual health and wellness
Health Standards Organization and First Nations Health Authority launch public review of first of its kind Cultural Safety
Two Doses Are the Number One Way To Beat COVID-19
Enjoy the hot weather this summer, though think ahead to stay healthy and safe!
Important Medical Health Advice During BC’s Heat Advisory
Province supports First Nations with residential school sites response
FNHA's Heat Response Supports
Getting ‘DUDES’ To Open Up on Indigenous Men’s Sexual Health
Wildfire Emergency Contacts and Supports - 2021
The First Nations Health Authority Congratulates First Indigenous Governor General of Canada
How Harm Reduction Can Save Lives
Are you using our 24/7 Maternity and Babies Advice Line (MaBAL)?
FNHA’s 30x30 Active Challenge: Let’s Keep the Movement Going!
Feeling Anxious about Getting Back to “Normal”? Navigating BC’s Restart Plan
Penelakut Residential School Statement
How Can We Keep Loved Ones Who Use Toxic Drugs Safer?
COVID-19 Vaccination Numbers Add Up to a Concern for First Nations Population
Inclusive Toolkit Provides Mental Health and Wellness Supports for COVID-19
Congratulating Charlene Belleau
New Heat Alert for Southern British Columbia
Sacred and Strong – Report on the Health of First Nations Women and Girls Tells Stories of Strength, Resilience
BC Launches Drive to Get More People Vaccinated
Help! My loved one won’t get vaccinated!
Take Extra Care to Check on Elders, Children and Neighbours During Hot Weather
Host an Event or Ceremony on International Overdose Awareness Day
FNHA Launches Youth Wellness and COVID-19 Social Media Contest
Harm Reduction Strategies Keep Our Loved Ones Alive and Safe – so That They Can Heal
The COVID-19 Delta Variant in BC: What You Need to Know
Congratulations to the winners of the Youth and COVID-19 Social Contest!
A Fun and Competitive Way to Learn About Culture and Wellness
BC Launches Proof of Vaccination and Renews Mask Mandate
Making sense of increased COVID-19 cases and renewed public health measures
Loved Ones Lost to Overdose are Honoured and Remembered
Share Your Voice to Develop Recommendations for the Tripartite Evaluation
FASD Support During the COVID-19 Pandemic Is About Being Flexible, Creative
The Back-to-School Essentials List: Pencils, Paper… and Vaccines
Breakthrough Infections – Does It Mean the Vaccine Has Stopped Working?
Ending the Toxic Drug Crisis Means Addressing Racism and Colonialism
Everything You Need to Know About BC COVID-19 Vaccine Card
First Nations Youth, Staff And Community Members Connect For Suicide Prevention Day
Going Back to School During the Pandemic: Keeping Your Children Safe
Province Makes Vaccines Mandatory for Health Workers, Announces Third Dose for Immune-Compromised People
The FNHA and JCAM Association Participate in a Cultural Ceremony to Support Truth and Reconciliation in Solidarity
Acknowledging Our Environmental Health Professionals During Environmental Public Health Week
Smoking, Vaping and COVID-19: Do They Affect Each Other?
Celebrating World Environmental Health Day 2021
COVID-19 Cases in My Community: Should I Be Concerned?
Join Our Sober(er) for October Challenge With Friends and Family!
First Nations Health Authority Responds to New PHO Vaccine Mandate for BC Health Care Workers
FNHA Marks National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on Sept. 30
Bannock Taco Lunch Builds Community Bonds Through FNHA Wellness Grants
Find a National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Event in your Region
Province of BC Announces Funding to Enhance Wellness and Cultural Supports for Residential School Survivors
Read the FNHA’s 2020/2021 Annual Report
Kiefer Collison Teams Up with the FNHA For New COVID-19 Vaccination Campaign
Sober(er) for October: A New Season Is a Great Time to Set/Reset Health Goals!
New Report Provides Current Data, Responses to Illicit Toxic Drug Poisoning Events and Deaths for BC First Nations
Sober(er) for October: Honouring Our Healing Journeys
Help Shape Access to Laboratory Testing in BC First Nations Communities
čɛčɛgatawɬ - Helping One Another
Proof of Vaccination Now Required for Visitors of Long-Term Care Facilities
First Nations ‘Kief it Real’ as Vaccine Pledge Portal Numbers Surge
Sober(er) for October: One Community’s Journey
Tl’azt’en Man Urges Indigenous People To Get Vaccinated After Loss of Family Member
COVID-19 Risk Versus the Vaccine’s Side Effects – There’s No Comparison!
Youth-focused “Real Faces” Vaccine Campaign Launched by FNHA
FNHA Mandatory Vaccination Policy Letter
BC Launches COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Program
Breast Cancer Screening Is Still Necessary During the Pandemic
Mask Up, Lather Up and Sleeve Up for the Flu Shot: This Year, It’s More Important Than Ever!
Sober(Er) for October: Youth Are Motivating Youth to Make Healthy Choices
Canadian COVID-19 Proof of Vaccination – Travelling for Medical Appointments
Let’s Stay “Sober(er)” Even After October!
Kiefer Collison Partnership with FNHA Expands into November VaxChamp Contest
The Dangers of Smoking or Vaping Commercial Tobacco
FNHA Urban and Away-From-Home Survey Results Released
The Flu Shot is About Keeping Yourself and Your Community Safe
The 2022 Winter Wellness Grants Are Now Open!
COVID-19 Boosters: What They Are and Why You Need Them
Living With Diabetes in a Good, Balanced Way
Girl, Interrupted: Becoming an Adult During the COVID-19 Pandemic
BC Government Declares Provincial State of Emergency Due to Flooding and Landslide Incidents
Women’s Health: What to Expect When Receiving Your Cancer Screening Results
COVID-19 Vaccines Approved For Children 5 – 11 – What You Should Know
National Addictions Awareness Week 2021
COVID-19 Vaccines Now Available for Children 5-11 in BC
FNHA Announces Call for Proposals for Services to Support Healing From Trauma
An Indigenous Paramedic on the Front Lines of the COVID-19 Pandemic
Dec. 15 Virtual Lunch and Learn – Services for First Nations people living in Urban Areas and Away From Home
End of Federal Transition Period for Domestic Travellers Who Are Not Fully Vaccinated
First Nations Health Authority Provides Update on Anti-Racism, Cultural Safety and Humility Efforts at First Anniversary of
Indigenous VaxChamp Wants To Go Viral in the Healthiest Way
COVID-19 Vaccination Regulations under Part II of the Canada Labour Code Information Summary for Indigenous Partners
COVID-19 mRNA Vaccines Can’t Change Your DNA – Here’s Why
Keep COVID-19 Out of Your Winter Holiday Plans
The Holidays Are a Time for Celebration, Connection, and Compassion
New Health Measures Take Aim at Omicron Variant of COVID-19
What We Know About the Omicron COVID-19 Variant
Rollout of COVID-19 Rapid Testing Kits Expanded in BC
Cultural Safety and Humility Technical Committee Reviewing Feedback From Across Canada
The Loss of Culture, Family, and Connection Due to COVID-19
Keep Your Guard Up Against the Dangerous Omicron Variant
Happy Winter Solstice and New Year 2022!
COVID-19 Rapid Tests Rolling Out – But Not Needed For Mild Cases
New FNHA Video Highlights Sacred Tobacco Use While Urging First Nations to Quit Harmful Commercial Tobacco
FNHA ‘Junior VaxChamp’ Campaign Launches With T-Shirt Giveaway
First Nations Harm Reduction Grants Are Available Now
Omicron – The Myth of Mildness That’s Putting People and Health Systems at Risk
Boosters Best Way to Boost Protection Against Omicron
Don’t Put Off Your Pap Tests During the Pandemic
Joint Statement on Preliminary Findings from Investigation of Former St. Joseph’s Mission Residential School
Masks 101: Your Questions Answered
Mobile Health Unit Bridges Gap Between Healthcare Services and Most Vulnerable
FNHA Statement on 2021 Illicit Toxic Drug Poisoning Data
FNHA ‘Run Until Cold’ Campaign Aimed At Cleaner Drinking Water
Day of Remembrance for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls
The COVID-19 Booster Vaccine is Important in Reducing the Risk of Severe Illness with COVID-19 Infection
COVID-19 Restrictions in BC Eased But Masks, Vaccine Cards Essential
Remembering Keegan
“It wasn’t my time to go”: Personal and Cultural Survival During the COVID-19 Pandemic
We invite you to join the FNHA’s “Food is Medicine” Challenge!
An Overdose Conversation That Comes From the Art
‘Good Relationships’ Helped Support Communities Impacted by 2021 Flooding
Food is Medicine: The Cooking Show
Advisory to Communities on Emails from Scammers Posing As FNHA Employees
International Women's Day Statement
Food is Medicine: A Youth Perspective
COVID-19 Mask Mandates and Other Restrictions Easing in BC
Temporary Increase to Medical Transportation Mileage Rates
Food is Medicine: A Climate-Resilient Food Sovereignty Project
The 2022 Indigenous Peoples Day of Wellness Grants Are Now Open!
Singing In The Rain and Bringing Light Through a Dark Pandemic
World TB Day Spreads Awareness of Tuberculosis Disease
Do Eased Restrictions Mean the COVID-19 Pandemic Is Over?
FNHA Sponsoring Indigenous People Wanting to Attend Health Conference
British Columbia to Launch Spring Booster Campaign
Hoop Dreams Come True at 2022 JANT
First Nations, Métis and Inuit Met Pope, Received Initial Apology for Residential School Abuses
Join Us in Celebrating the Inaugural BC Indigenous Nurses Day
FNHA, Talk Tobacco Launch Program to Help People Quit Commercial Tobacco
Cannabis Guidebook Supports Decision-Making for First Nations Communities
Drop-in Webinars for Phase Four of FNHA Regional Health Survey
FNHA’s Compliment and Complaints Process Aims to Improve Health Care One Story at a Time
FNHA Doctor Among Recipients of 2022 CMA Awards
Now Is a Great Time to Ensure Your Vaccinations Are Up to Date
Taking a Trauma-Informed Approach to Foods and Indigenous Knowledge
Kicking-off Community Climate-Health Action Projects
New Partnership Creates First-Ever Overdose Prevention Site on Indigenous Land in BC
FNHA Releases New Summary Service Plan
Living With the Long-Term Effects of Post-COVID-19
Bear Witness Day Keeps Spotlight on Jordan’s Principle and First Nations Children
Forever Sacred and Strong – Remembering Those Who Have Been Taken
Announcing the Medical Transportation Transformation Engagement Report
The Smoked Salmon Project: Re-invigorating Food Safety Regulations
The Tripartite Committee on First Nations Health Releases 2020-2021 Annual Report
Celebrating Our Nurses Across BC
Taking a Stand to End Violence Against Women and Children in Canada
Mother’s Day Pow Wow Returns to Vancouver with Big Crowds
Local Environmental Observer Network in BC Spring 2022 Update
Vancouver Island Partnership Accord Renews Commitment for First Nation’s Health Outcomes
Taking Action Against Invasive Species in British Columbia
Stay Home When Feeling Sick: Don’t Risk Spreading COVID-19!
A Health Benefits Message on Updates to the Temporary Increase to Medical Transportation Mileage Rates
I·SPARC Chosen to Deliver Popular Community-Based Food Systems Program
Getting Ready for Flood, Wildfire, and Heat Season
Joint Statement on the One-Year Anniversary of the Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc Findings
Your Rights When Accessing Medical Transportation Services
Join our 30x30 Active Challenge and Jumpstart Your Health!
World No Tobacco Day: Committing to Quitting Commercial Tobacco
Reports of Monkeypox Cases in Canada
June 4 is National Health & Fitness Day: Regular Exercise is Good Medicine for Physical and Mental Health
Possession of Small Amounts of Drugs to Be Decriminalized – but Not Legalized – in BC
Standing up Against Coerced Sterilization in the Health Care System
BC Coroner’s Report Calls for Province-wide Action Plan to Address Extreme Heat Events
Calling on Indigenous Artists and Youth for Healing Our Spirit Worldwide Logo Contest
30X30 Active Challenge: Get Moving for 30 Minutes Each Day of June With the FNHA and I-SPARC!
SmartParent Text Message Program Helps Ease Transition to Parenthood
FNHA and HSO Release BC Cultural Safety and Humility Standard
Dr. Todd Alec: Father, Family Doctor and FNHA Wellness Champion
As Summer Heats Up, Be Prepared for Potential Flooding
30x30 Challenge: Chair Workouts for Elders or Less Mobile People
Preparing for Summer Weather Heat
The 30x 30 Active Challenge Ends Today, but We Encourage You to Keep Going!
How Do I Know If It's My Allergies, a Cold or COVID-19?
Second Round of COVID-19 Boosters Coming – But Many People Still Need Their First!
First Nations Health Benefits: Over-the-Counter Medications
FNHA Statement on Papal Visit to Canada and Tickets to Events for Survivors
COVID-19 Vaccine Approved by Health Canada for Children Aged 0-5
Board of Directors – Director at Large Recruitment
Prevention through Self-Care is the Best Medicine!
Increased Risk of Heat-Related Illness as Weather Warms Up in BC
Host an Event or Ceremony in your Community on International Overdose Awareness Day
Monkeypox Advisory for 2SGBTQ+ Communities Ahead of Pride Events
Coming Out to Coming In: Reclaiming and Resurging Two-Spirit Voices through Indigenous-Led Research Project
Indigenous Surgeon Nadine Caron Receives Order of British Columbia
Celebrating International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples
Collaborative Project Seeks to Determine Indigenous Healing Indicators
Updates From the Field: Tlaamin Nations Climate Action Project
Congratulations to Gregory Barker, Winner of the Healing Our Spirit Worldwide Logo Contest
Sonia Isaac-Mann Appointed to the Mental Health Commission of Canada Board
Capturing First Nations Community Health Staff Feedback on a Long-term Care Continuum
Announcing the Youth Winners of the Healing Our Spirit Worldwide Logo Contest
Reframing Indigenous Harm Reduction Ideologies to Heal Indigenous Spirit
On International Overdose Awareness Day 2022, We Honour Loved Ones Lost to the Toxic Drug Crisis and Intensify Our Actions
FNHA Messages of Hope on Suicide Prevention Day
Celebrating Grandparents’ Day
What You Need to Know About COVID-19 Bivalent Vaccines
An Update to FNHA’s COVID-19 Isolation Supports
Could You Benefit From a Medication Review?
What Does National Truth and Reconciliation Day Mean to You?
Help Us Name the New Medical Transportation Administrative System
Sober for October: Join Us in Wellness
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Disorder (FASD) Awareness Month 2022
FNHA Statement on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
It’s Concussion Awareness Week: Watch Your Noggin!
Celebrating World Breast/Chestfeeding Week
New Project Recognizes Grief Experienced by People Who Have Lost a Loved One to Toxic Drugs
Sober for October Challenge: The Time is Now
It’s World Mental Health Day How’s Your Mental Health?
Sober for October: Wellness Champion Story
Choose Lateral Kindness in Confronting Workplace Bullying
Cultural Safety and Humility Standard Celebration on First Nations Land
Sober for October: All Paths Lead to Wellness
It’s Time to Sleeve Up for the Flu Shot: Protect Yourself, Your Family and Your Community
Sober for October: Continuing Your Journey November and Beyond
Good Medicine for Preventing and Managing Diabetes
Read the FNHA’s 2021/2022 Annual Report
People in Williams Lake Receive Improved Access to First Nations-Led Primary Care
Upcoming Engagements to Highlight Communities’ Good Work During COVID-19 Pandemic Response
The 2023 Winter Wellness Grants Are Now Open!
Flu Epidemic: Get Your Flu Shot and Follow Lessons Learned During COVID-19
National Addictions Awareness Week 2022: The Importance of a Caring Community
Respiratory Illness Season is Here Again: How to Protect Yourself
Applications Now Open for the Indigenous Health Program
National Addictions Awareness Week: All Paths Lead to Wellness
Getting Your Flu Shot or COVID-19 Vaccine After You’re No Longer Sick
First-of-its-Kind Cultural Safety & Humility Standard a Significant Milestone in Ending Systemic Racism in British Columbia
The Critical Role of Phytoplankton Monitoring for Seafood Safety and Security
Applications Open for Indigenous – First Nations, Métis and Inuit Students
Breaking the Language Barrier: Radon Testing
The FNHA launches ‘Connecting to Culture’
Reclaiming Indigenous Children’s Futures through Home Visits and Intergenerational Playspaces
Indigenous AIDS Awareness Week: One Vision, Many Paths
Protecting Our Children Against Respiratory Illnesses
Candy-Lea Chickite Wins BCPhA Friend of Pharmacy Award 2022
Innovative Water and Wastewater Operations Program for Indigenous Students
The Holiday Season is Here: Let’s Reach Out and Support Each Other
Happy, Healthy Holidays to One and All! Stay Safe and Take Care of Yourself and Your Loved Ones
Tips for Celebrating Safely Over the Holidays
New Year 2023: Gratitude for All the Good Things About You
Congratulations to Dr. Nel Wieman on Acting Chief Medical Officer Assignment Following Dr. Shannon Mcdonald’s Retirement
Mental Health Reminder: Reach out for Help or to Help!
2023 First Nations Harm Reduction Grants Are Now Open
Preventing Cancer by Taking Care of Our Wholistic Wellness
First Nations Health Authority and BC Cancer Launch New Cancer Screening Campaign
Sexual and Reproductive Health Awareness Week Highlighting the Good Work of Three Indigenous Women
Indigenous Student Program Now Accepting Applications for Latest Cohort
Board of Directors Regional Director Recruitment
FNHA Statement on One Year Anniversary of the Remembering Keegan Case Study Reflection
Today is Anti-Bullying and Pink T-Shirt Day
Announcing Changes to the Office of the Chief Medical Officer
Joint Statement on Tseshaht First Nation Investigation Findings on Former Alberni Residential School Site
Protect Yourself Against Various Cancers with the HPV Vaccine
British Columbia announces new 10 year cancer care action plan
Good Food is Good Medicine Join the FNHAs 2023 Food is Medicine Wellness Challenge
Urban and Away-From-Home Engagement Sessions Are Now Open
FNHA to Sponsor Radio Show Launching on New Northern Native Broadcasting Station 106.3 FM
On International Women’s Day 2023: We Lift up and Honour All Women, Especially First Nations Women
Food is Medicine: The Cooking Show, Season Two
Office of the Chief Medical Officer Welcomes Back Dr Evan Adams
The First Nations Health Authority stands with the BC Association of Aboriginal Friendship Centres
Food is Medicine The Wetsuweten Huntresses
FNHA Named Joint Winners for Virtual Health in 2023 BC Quality Awards
Water is Life: Every Person has a Right to Clean, Safe, and Reliable Drinking Water
Food is Medicine A Youth Perspective with Taleetha
$12.5 million announced to build new healing house in Tkemlups te Secwepemc
Federal Funding for new Healing House in Tkemlups te Secwepemc
Former NHLer Jordin Tootoo Delivers Keynote at Addictions Forum
Food is Medicine: Wellness Champion Shawntei Michell
Good Food is Good Medicine
FNHA Releases 2023/24 Summary Service Plan
Thunderbird Partnership Foundation Sponsors the Ninth Healing Our Spirit Worldwide Gathering
Honouring and Celebrating Indigenous Nurses Day
Building a Fairer Healthier World for World Health Day 2023
April is Oral Health Month in Canada
Canada Announces New $8.2 Billion Funding Agreement with FNHA
Supporting and Improving Indigenous-Led Health Care for First Nations in British Columbia
Advance Care Planning Day 2023
Partnering to Advance Cultural Safety and Humility Through Standards and Accreditation in a New Joint Project
First Nations Health & Wellness Summit Addresses Critical Health Issues Impacting First Nations People in BC
Enter our Mothers Day Contest
FNHA Releases 2022 Toxic Drug Poisoning Crisis Data
The 2023 Indigenous Peoples Day of Wellness Grants Are Now Open!
Supporting Peer Workers – the Need for Love
National Immunization Awareness Week 2023
Its Mental Health Week May 1-7
A Safety-first Approach to Healing Centres
Love, Patience and Understanding: The Wholistic Path to Healing and Recovery
Supporting Health Care Providers with Virtual Pathways
National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls
Tripartite Data Quality and Sharing Agreement 2021 Annual Report on Progress
Emergency Preparedness Week Do Your Part to be Prepared
Finding Wholistic Wellness Through Traditional Foods
Board of Directors Vancouver Island Regional Director Recruitment
Creating a grab-and-go evacuation bag and emergency preparedness kit
Raising Our Hands to the Essential Work of Nurses
Being Prepared for Hotter Weather This Weekend and Beyond
Announcing the Winners of Our First Nations Mother's Day Contest!
Cannabis Awareness Campaign Uses Indigenous Strengths to Help Youth Make Informed Decisions
The FNHA Recognizes International Day against Homophobia Transphobia and Biphobia
Where There Is Wildfire There Could be Smoke
First Nations Health & Wellness Summit: Sharing Wise, Community-Driven Practices for Wholistic Wellness
Call for Submissions - First Nations Photographers and Carvers
Safe Boating Awareness Week May 20 26
Sonia Isaac-Mann Accepts New Role as CEO and President of Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority
May is Speech and Hearing Month in Canada
Enter Our Fathers Day Contest
Tobacco Awareness Day Reducing the Harm of Commercial Tobacco
Join our 30x30 Active Challenge and Jumpstart Your Body Mind and Spirit
Being Active Supports Our Wholistic Health and Well-Being
Acknowledging and Celebrating National Indigenous History Month
Protecting Our Planet Against Plastic Pollution
Urban and Away-from-Home Engagement Prince George and Quesnel
Supporting Me on the Path That Im On Kwakwakawakw Evaluation Report Released
Board of Directors Regional Director Recruitment June 2023
The FNHA Complies with UNDRIP Principles
30x30 Active Challenge Baby steps and balance is key
Highlighting the Food Systems Program
International Mens Health Week
Recognizing International Elder Abuse Awareness Day
Participate in our Family Focus Groups
Workshops for First Nations Community Clinicians and Navigators
Celebrating National Indigenous History Month with Wayne Wallace
Announcing the Winners of Our First Nations Fathers Day Contest
Province Asking for Public Input to Tackle Systemic Racism
30x30 Active Challenge Walking with Clarence
Culture as Healing
2023 Indigenous Peoples Day of Wellness Message
Applications for International Overdose Awareness Day Grants Now Open
Wrapping up the FNHAs 30x30 Active Wellness Challenge
Walking in Two Worlds
Indigenous Coach Training Certificate Program
National Injury Prevention Day
Urban and Away-From-Home Engagement Events Northern BC
FNHA 10 Year Anniversary Youth Logo Contest
Work Begins on the Cariboo Memorial Hospital Project
Share your Summer on the Land photos
A Summer Guide to Health and Wellness
Board of Directors Director at Large Recruitment-july-2023
Announcing the Winners of Our 30x30 Active Wellness Challenge Contest
2023 Indigenous Peoples Day of Wellness Celebrations
Treatment Centre Client and Family Surveys
New Speakers Announced for Healing Our Spirit Worldwide
International Drug Users Remembrance Day
Strengthening our Wholistic Wellness with Regular Self-Care
Quit Smoking First Week Challenge
Courtney Defriend awarded Governor Generals Gold Medal
Dr Unjali Malhotra Honoured by 50 Under 50 Young and Aspiring Indo-Canadians Award
Being connected to others is important for our health
How to Order Postcards and Pins in Support of International Overdose Awareness Day
Exciting updates for Healing Our Spirit Worldwide
Severe Drought and How to Cope With Hot and Dry Summer
Study Shows Benefits of Real-Time Virtual Support
Indigenous Milk Medicine Week August 8-14
Congratulations to Team BC Athletes
First Nations leading climate-change readiness with support from ICHAP
New Harm Reduction Campaign supports Connecting to Culture for International Overdose Awareness Day
Early detection of toxic algae confronts testing gap for safer harvests
Eliminating Stigma Around Substance Use Will Help Save Lives
Two FNHA Recovery Wellness Champions Share Their Stories
Youth Mental Health and Wellness Cassidi’s Story
FNHA Statement on Reporting of First Nations Data About the Toxic Drug Emergency
The First Nations Health Authority Mental Health and Wellness Photography Scavenger Hunt
Urban and Away-From-Home Engagement Northeastern BC
Improving Prevention and Support for People Living with FASD
World Suicide Prevention Day Reach out for Help
From words to action Advancing Indigenous Rights through legislation with Mick Gooda
stay up to date with healing our spirit worldwide
Sue-Anne Hunter delivers powerful keynote on Yoorrook Justice Commission
UNDRIP Guiding the way for Indigenous Rights
Healing Trauma From Natural Disasters Through Traditional Indigenous Practices
Native American Multi-Level Approach to Youth Mental Health and Wellness Shared at HOSW
The Toxic Drug Crisis An International Perspective
What Matters 2 Adults Australian study allows measurement of wellbeing for Aboriginal peoples
Indigenous Leader Calls on Communities to Look Inward for Real Change
Bringing Life to a Healing Program
A Place to Rest Maori model tackles homelessness in Aotearoa
Report shows Indigenous-designed interventions improve mental health outcomes
Healing Our Spirit Worldwide Concludes International Event
Decolonizing Mental Health Communities Already Have What They Need
Community Strength and Resilience in Aotearoa
Thunderbird Partnership Foundation Leads the Way for Culturally Grounded Training Across Canada
Thunderbirds Community Wellness Hub
The FNHA Launches Funding Initiative to Support the Urban and Away-from-Home Population
Taking Back What Was Stolen
Missing Children Are Also Our Ancestors
We Wear Orange Because Children in Residential Schools Could Not
Breaking the Cycle: Indian Day Schools and the Path to Trauma-Informed Healing
Healing Through Reconnecting to Culture, Land and Language
Rainier Ward’s Journey to Inspiring Wellness and Kindness in Others
Sto:lo Residential School Statement
Standing up for Everyone’s Health, Each and Every Day
The Flu Shot and COVID-19 Vaccine: Stronger Together
Truth and Reconciliation Day Message
Stay HPV-Free With Prevention and Screening
Join Us for the FNHA’s Annual Sober for October Wellness Initiative!
National Breastfeeding Week Oct 1-7
What Does Accessibility Mean to You
FNHA Celebrates Ten Year Anniversary
Healing the Heroes Firefighters Honoured at Chawathil First Nation
Launching BC First Nations Perspective on Quality and Pathway for Quality Improvement
FNHA and HSO Celebrate Five-Year Partnership in Advancing Cultural Safety and Humility
Sober for October Traditional Medicines and Wellness from Squamish Nation
The 2024 Winter Wellness Grants are Now Open
Sober for October Breaking Intergenerational Cycles Lindas Sobriety Journey
FNHA Funding Initiative Supports Warming and Cooling Centres in Northern BC
Sober for October Take Your Wellness Journey into November and Beyond
The Wholistic Landscape of Diabetes Wellness: Learning From Each Other
FNHA Statement on the BC Coroners Service Death Review Panel Report
FNHA Northern Region Funds Worker to Support Opioid Outreach in Vancouver
Living With a Disability Visibility Equals Accessibility
Urban and Away-From-Home Engagement Sessions: Virtual and In-Person Sessions
Wellness Champion Profile Richard Peter First Nations Paralympian
Make Your Community Safer with a Road Safety Grant
Reducing the Harmful Stigma of Addiction: Substance use is a health issue
Standing Against Gender-Based Violence from Nov 25 to Dec 6 Onward Always
Empowering Communities through Health Infrastructure Investments
Potential Measles Exposure Advisory
First Nations Elder Teachings Reach a Worldwide Audience Online
Cervical Cancer Screening Update
The First Nations Health Authority and Helicopters Without Borders Partner for Remote Communities
Stsailes First Nation Welcomes Future Primary Care Centre with Cultural Ceremony
Have Fun AND Stay Safe This Holiday Season!
Tis the season to be jolly but what if youre lonely or unhappy
Have a Harm Reduction Holiday Season
The Holiday Season is Here A Time to Celebrate Reflect and Support Each Others Wellness
The FNHA Mental Health and Wellness Photography Scavenger Hunt
National Ribbon Skirt Day Celebrating Our Indigenous Heritage
The FNHA launches Whats Your Tobacco initiative
Board of Directors Northern Regional Board Appointee Recruitment
Preparing for Winter Weather
BC to Offer New Self-Screening Test for Cervical Cancer
Flu cases rising with children especially at risk
National Non-Smoking Week: Pathways to quitting or reducing commercial tobacco
Reflecting on Language and Its Impacts on Indigenous Foods and Nutrition
Hows your mental health
FNHA staff on fourth season of the Addiction Practice Pod
One year into decriminalization legislation in British Columbia
2024 First Nations harm reduction grants are now open
World Cancer Day 2024: Close the Care Gap
New cervix self-screening kits available now
TikTok star and All My Relations basketball player shares inspiring message ahead of All-Native
Cervix self-screening: What you need to know
Sexual health is for everyone
Day of Remembrance MMIWG message
More publicly funded treatment beds announced to support people with substance use challenges
First Nations life expectancy in BC drops due to toxic drug poisonings and COVID-19
Partnership Accord to renew commitment to Indigenous Peoples in the Fraser Salish Region
Introducing the UAH Funding Initiative grant recipients
Pink T-Shirt Anti-Bullying Day Feb 28 2024
International HPV Awareness Day1
Join the FNHA’s “Food is Medicine” Wellness Challenge!
Hobiyee 2024 in Vancouver a celebration of cultural resiliency and healing
Are you protected against measles
The FNHA develops new pathway for community-driven data and research requests
Board of Directors Director at Large recruitment March 2024
Honouring all First Nations Women on International Womens Day
National Day of Observance for COVID-19
Food is Medicine: Taking a pause to listen to the sounds of community, food and wellness
The FNHA’s First Nations Student Program a life-changing experience
World Water Day Cooperation and collaboration is key in protecting clean drinking water
Food is Medicine Calling my spirit back to the land
Just a kid from the rez on the air
Twin stars Annika and Ayanna Parr shine at 2024 Junior All-Native
Lights out Are you prepared for Aprils total solar eclipse
Updates to Mental Health Counselling Programs
Food is Medicine for Life
April is Oral Health Month
World Health Day is about health equity for all human beings
6 First Nations nurses talk about why they got into nursing
Dr Sheila Blackstock assumes the role of Board Chair
The toxic drug crisis: a devastating public health emergency reaches its eighth year
Do you have somebody who knows what your health care wishes are?
The FNHA Releases Paddling Together, the 2024/25 Summary Service Plan
FNHA named as honouree for National Indigenous Good Governance Awards
7 ways to reduce risks when using cannabis
Just the facts on vaccines National Immunization Awareness Week 2024
Food is Medicine Canning and preserving of traditional foods
The FNHA leads Knowledge Exchange with Maori and Sioux Lookout First Nations
Namgis First Nation blesses ground on location of new wellness centre Construction set to begin in May
First Nations in BC to benefit from improved access to internet
Are you prepared for an unexpected emergency
Every day is different First Nations nurses talk working in community
Good mental health takes a wholistic approach that embraces every part of your wellness journey
Housing IS Health Care
The Ninth Gathering of Healing Our Spirit Worldwide Building once in a lifetime connections
May 5th Commemorates National Day of Awareness for Murdered and Missing Indigenous Women and Girls MMIWG
The 2024 Indigenous Peoples Day of Wellness Grants are now open
May is Speech and Hearing Month Reflecting on what communication means to you
Beyond their job description FNHA nursing leaders speak about the important roles nurses play
Happy Mothers Day to all First Nations Mothers in BC
Pharmacy Care Initiative Grants are available now
Culturally supportive housing rooted in land-based harm reduction
Wholistic Care Bringing care closer to home
Cybersecurity Incident
We want to know your thoughts on the changing climate
Land-based healing saving lives on Wet’suwet’en territory
A new phase for the Social Determinants of Health
Tour through First Nations communities shows Johns Hopkins Centre for Indigenous Health team reach of ongoing project
The FNHA continues knowledge exchange initiative with Nunavut Health visit
Movement is Medicine: Join the FNHA’s 30x30 Active Wellness Challenge!
Leaf Turrell is paving a new path in reconnecting to culture
FNHA and BCIT team up to produce first Indigenous cohort of water and wastewater program graduates
Reclamation involves courage A Xaxtsa youth talks dancing advocacy and bravery
Restoring wholistic wellness to First Nations in British Columbia
“Movement is Medicine” for people with chronic conditions
Thanking health care assistants for their dedication and hard work
Community Wellness Champion Cyrils Wholistic Wellness Journey
Send us photos of your National Indigenous Peoples Day celebration and you could win a VISA gift card!
Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day!
Sebastian Abbott: Drawing inspiration from his ancestors to inspire the next generation
Community Wellness Champion Joshua Wesley My Active Wellness is Being on the Land
Applications for 2024 International Overdose Awareness Day Grants Now Open
Message from the FNHA Board Chair
Raising the Canoe & Firekeepers
30x30 Active Wellness Challenge Wrap-up: Continue Your Active Wellness Journey!
FNHA supports Trans Care BCs We Are Allies campaign
Healing hearts: Navigating grief after the death of a loved one to toxic drugs
Watch the FNHA’s new Paddling Together video
The OCMOs Leadership Forum on Birthing Sovereignty Answering First Nations Calls to Improve the Reproductive Health Care
Join us in Williams Lake Urban and Away-From-Home Engagement Sessions
First Nations peer worker talks about supporting people who use substances after hours
Connecting tradition and technology: Sq’ewlets Nation launches new wellness app
A physicians journey of building relationships in First Nations Primary Care
Show your support for preventing toxic drug poisonings by wearing a purple ribbon pin
Healing Indigenous Hearts training peer leaders for grief support groups after toxic drug poisoning deaths
Province has lifted COVID-19 public health emergency issued new vaccine reporting requirements for healthcare workers
Family Spirit trainees take learnings back to their First Nations communities
Mind Body Milk Medicine Marking Indigenous Milk Medicine Week
Urban and Away-From-Home Engagement Sessions Vancouver Island
The 48th Annual Elders Gathering celebrates Elders’ wealth of experience, knowledge and traditions
Update on health indicators of First Nations Peoples in BC
Include vaccinations as part of back-to-school planning
From Birth to Spirit Welcoming Earthside
First Nations youth share their perspectives in new FNHA overdose awareness campaign
Youth a priority for FNHA on International Overdose Awareness Day
New FNHA report examines the impacts of the pandemic and climate change on Indigenous food sovereignty and food security
The FNHA and Southern Chiefs Organization share their combined wisdom and knowledge
Connected Care Innovation Grant paves way for project that supports integrated culturally safe care for BC First Nations
Improved access to First Nations-led primary care on the way to communities province-wide
Wellness Champion Shannon Alec shares her courageous story of recovery
Community empowerment supports members living with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders
Changing the narrative on suicide
Mpox and rising cases outside of Canada
Join us in Victoria: Urban and Away-From-Home Engagement Sessions
CEOs statement on the Canadian Medical Associations apology to Indigenous Peoples
New treatment centre will help more First Nations people across BC
Have your say on rural and remote health care
FNHAs Chief Medical Officer and Deputy Chief Medical Officer awarded King Charles IIIs Coronation Medals
Honouring the past and shaping the future Dr Sheila Blackstock on Orange Shirt Day
Wellness Champion Dennis Saddleman shares his triumphant healing journey
FNPCI Crossing – CDM Students create a digital tour of First Nations Primary Care Clinics
From Pap to Swab: HPV Screening Made Easy
Kitasoo Xai’xais Nation celebrates new heliport and rebuilt nursing station
Northern Vancouver Island receives improved access to First Nations-led primary care
Community health is supported by a healthy environment
Truth and Reconciliation Day Message Lets all stand in solidarity together this September 30
Join the FNHAs 7th Annual Sober for October Wellness Initiative
Closing the Gap National Breastfeeding Week
Notice of Cybersecurity Incident and Data Breach
FNHA releases further information on cybersecurity incident to First Nations people
Reflect reach out and support this World Mental Health Day
Sober for October Youth Wellness Champion Story I am still sacred you are still sacred our communities are still sacred
Celebrating Healing The Grand Opening of Tsow-tun Le Lum Treatment Centre in Cowichan
The Winds of Change Developing a National Standard for Cultural Safety and Humility
Sober for October Community Wellness Champion Story: “My Healing Journey”
The 2024-2025 Winter Wellness Grants are now open!
Celebrating Health Care Assistants Day
FNHA launches 2024-25 Urban and Away-from-Home Funding Initiative
Katie Hughes assumes the role of Acting Chief Operating Officer
Start your career with the First Nations Health Authority
Potential Measles Exposure Advisory at Vancouver International Airport
WATCH project event Safe shellfish solutions for all coastal First Nations
Read the FNHAs 2023 2024 Annual Report
Attend the Rural Voices Gathering 2024
10 Common Myths About Type 2 Diabetes
The First Nations Health Authority signs Joint Executive Agenda with the Public Health Agency of Canada
Office of the Chief Nursing Officer expansion announcement
Peter Eckert retires as Vice President of Finance and welcomes Chris Mullen to the role
FNHA Statement on the death of Murray Sinclair
Raising the Canoe – First Nations Student Program alumni Sara Daigle-Stevens (Yamu Ɂakiⱡ nuhu, Kwik-ga) shares her journey
Celebrating and Continuing Your Sober for October Wellness Journey
For family: the story of an Indigenous veteran
Chawathil’s Efforts Secure Aboriginal Head Start On Reserve Funding
Naomi Williams assumes role of Vice President Regional Operations Fraser Salish Region
Education is the key to Elder Margaretta James diabetes wellness journey
Finding balance Lucys Journey with Diabetes
Haida ancestral teachings help support local fisheries workshops in Skidegate
Leaders of First Nations Health Governance Structure call for action in response to racist remarks
Nurturing Our Roots pop up engagement sessions continue in the Fraser Salish Region
Stewards of the Land
Campbell River and Kamloops urban and away from home community We want to hear from you
COINS Urban and Away From Home Funding Initiative A full circle moment
Antimicrobial resistance: How it happens and why it matters
10 Tips for Making Your Holidays a Little Happier
2019 Fall Interior Regional Caucus
2020 Winter Wellness Grants
Additional cannabis products available for purchase legally in mid-December
Agreement will provide Indigenous peoples in northern B.C. better housing when travelling to access health care
Article About FNHA’s Healing Complex Trauma 1 Program Wins International Award
B.C. experiencing highest rates of infectious syphilis in the last 30 years
Bank of Montreal (BMO) Donation to St. Paul’s Foundation Supports FNHA Heart Health Chair
BC Court of Appeal Dismisses Final ITHA Appeal Against Contract Termination
BC Patient Safety & Quality Council Signs Declaration of Commitment to Cultural Safety
CEO Update
Clients Give Thumbs Up to New Health Benefit Plan – “Works!”
Connect From a Distance This Easter Long Weekend
Connecting Youth with Mentorship and Knowledge for World Mental Health Day 2019
COVID-19 - Smoking and Vaping: What’s the Risk?
COVID-19: BC First Nations Community Guide for Additional Supports Needed
Diabetes Awareness Month 2019
Dr. Nadine Caron named founding First Nations Health Authority Chair in Cancer and Wellness at UBC
National Immunization Awareness Week 2020
Elders support patients, families and care teams at North Island Hospital campuses in Comox and Campbell River
First Nations Community Closures and Checkpoints in COVID-19 Pandemic
First Nations Health Authority Clarifies Selection of Unist’ot’en for Land Based Healing Project
First Recorded BC First Nations Community COVID-19 Fatality
Flu Update: Be Present to the Dangers of Presentee-ism!
FNHA Advises Cancellation or Postponement of Community Gatherings
FNHA Advises First Nations Communities to Prepare for Possible Spread of Coronavirus
FNHA Advising Communities to Avoid Large Gatherings and Unnecessary Travel
FNHA and SFU Sign Groundbreaking Agreement to Secure More Funds for Indigenous Health Research
FNHA eBlast - December 13, 2019
FNHA eBlast - January 3, 2020
FNHA eBlast - January 31, 2020
FNHA eBlast - November 15, 2019
FNHA eBlast - November 29, 2019
FNHA eBlast - October 4, 2019
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FNHA eBlast - September 20, 2019
FNHA eBlast - September 9, 2019
FNHA Health Benefits – Notice for Mental Health Providers Regarding COVID-19
FNHA Podcast - COVOID-19 Information
FNHA ships over 150,000 pieces of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) across the province
FNHA Signs MOU With RCCbc to Promote Rural Health Collaboration
FNHA/FNHC/FNHDA Advise Against All Gatherings to Prevent COVID-19 Spreading
Food is Medicine: Getting mindful about healthy eating when gathering!
Food is Medicine: Salmon Soup anyone?
Four years in, opioid crisis continues to take too many lives
Fraser Salish Leaders come together to improve health outcomes for Fraser Salish Nations
Get the facts about preventing cervical cancer!
Gitxsan Way of Knowing About Dementia
Good Medicine: A Parade to Deliver Inspiration
Good Medicine: Ideas for supporting land-based healing and wellness during the pandemic
Good Medicine: Keeping Active at Home
Good Medicine: Online Scavenger Hunts and Activities Raise Spirits in Sts’ailes
Good Medicine: Tsow-Tun-Le-Lum Society’s virtual smudge receives over 10,000 views
Health Advice: Reducing Risk From Consumption of Herring Eggs
Healthy medication use – what we can learn from Coyote’s Food Medicines
Heart Health and Wellness at the 2019 Nursing Education Forum
Helping rural, remote and Indigenous communities respond to COVID-19
Homemade Face Masks
Honoring our Commitment to End Violence Against Women and Girls By Charlene Belleau, Chair, First Nations Health Council
How to Host a Virtual Social Gathering during the Pandemic Staying Connected while Practising Physical Distancing
If it’s not toilet paper, don’t flush it!
Immunity for Your Community - Spreading Protection by Preventing the Spread of the Flu
Impacts of the Pandemic on Mental Health and Wellness
Improving access to First Nations-led primary health care
Indigenous End of Life Guide Four-Day Certificate Course
Indigenous Women’s Heart Health – Culture and Ceremony play a role
Information on novel coronavirus (COVID-19)
Interior Regional Board Appointee
International Women's Day 2020
Joint statement on second case of 2019 novel coronavirus in B.C. and federal travel recommendations
Joint statement on the first case of 2019 novel coronavirus in B.C.
Joint statement on two new cases of 2019 novel coronavirus in B.C.
Joint statement on updates on the 2019 novel coronavirus in B.C.
Let’s Talk Mental Health & Wellness: What is it, how to nurture it
Let’s use Lateral Kindness to “lift each other up”
Life Promotion for All My Relations Video Short
Líl̓wat Health & Healing Shifts Advanced Care Planning for COVID-19
Maintaining Essential Services during COVID-19
National Addictions Awareness Week - Peer Outreach Q & A
National Diabetes Month 2019: Let’s Talk About Living Well with Diabetes
Need to see a Doctor? Introducing the First Nations Virtual Doctor of the Day
New “Watchmon” Page Tells the Story About the FNHA’s Office of the Chief Medical Officer
New 5-bed Recovery House in Esk'etemc First Nation opened in January 2019
New All Nations Room at West Coast General Hospital provides a culturally safe space for all families, patients
New Guidelines for Syphilis Testing In Pregnancy
New Resources Offer Information About First Nations Health Benefits
Northern First Nations Health Partnership Committee Communique
Northern Leadership Gather for Northern Regional Health Assembly
Notice - Helping Rural, Remote and Indigenous Communities Respond to COVID-19
FNHA eBlast - November 1, 2019
October 18, 2019 FNHA eBlast
Orange Shirt Day 2019
Practising Harm Reduction during COVID-19
Protecting babies and infants during the pandemic
Protecting pregnant women and new mothers during a pandemic
Providing Activities for Children during a time of Crisis
Provincial Health Officer's statement on the first case of 2019 novel coronavirus in B.C.
Public health processes and the role of communities during COVID-19
Reconciliation at the heart of the 2020 Communicable Disease Forum
Remember that Food is Medicine
Researchers use ‘two-eyed seeing’ to improve Indigenous children’s health
Results Released from Expanded First Nations Health and Wellness Survey
Richard Jock COVID-19 Podcast
Senior Medical Officer Dr. Nel Wieman of the FNHA talks about COVID-19
Sign Up for the Pacific Blue Cross Member Profile, Receive a Chance to Win Health Cash!
Sober(er) beyond October!
Sober(er) for October 2019
The Sober(er) For October Challenge is on Now
Sober(er) for October: Everyone’s Included in the Circle
Sober(er) for October: Leading with an Open Heart
Sober(er) for October: Let’s talk!
Sober(er) for October: What kinds of supports do we need when we are trying to be sober(er)?
Sober(er) for October: Why Sober(er)?
Sober(er): Time for your Wellness Check-in
Supporting children in a time of crisis
Temporary Changes to Medical Supplies & Equipment Benefits in Response to COVID-19
Temporary Medical Transportation Changes in Response to COVID-19
Ten Tips for Sleeping Well During Troubled Times
Thank-You Message to Nurses & Midwives during National Immunization Awareness Week
The First Nations Health Authority launches direct payment for Shingrix® shingles vaccine
The First Nations Health Authority unveils new benefits plan for BC First Nations
The FNHA Releases COVID-19 Public Health Messages for Video and Radio
The Impact of Diabetes on Families
Tips for Safer Celebrating over the Holidays
Together in Wellness: The Tripartite Committee on First Nations Health Annual Report
Vancouver Coastal Region Health Assembly – Looking Back to Move Forward
What Caring Means through Culture and Connection at the Nursing Education Forum
When staying home is not safe
When You’re in Recovery and a Pandemic Hits
World AIDS Day 2019: Let’s talk about sexual wellness and HIV/AIDS
World Cancer Day 2020: Living Well From Prevention to Survivorship
World Environmental Health Day 2019
World Food Day 2019
Your Care, Your Choice
Your Health and Wellness Matter
FNHA eBlast - October 4, 2019
10/7/2019
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2020 Winter Wellness Grants
Registration Open for Gathering Wisdom for a Shared Journey X
Results Released from Expanded First Nations Health and Wellness Survey
Sober(er) for October 2019
Elders support patients, families and care teams at North Island Hospital campuses in Comox and Campbell River
Orange Shirt Day 2019
Clients Give Thumbs Up to New Health Benefit Plan – “Works!”
World Environmental Health Day 2019
A Made-for-BC Accessibility Legislation
Healthy Schools BC Regional Grants - Now Available
FNHA Job Opportunities
BC First Nations and Aboriginal Health Job Opportunities
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