FNHA Releases 2015/2016 Summary Service Plan
Looking forward to the second full year of operationalizing the transfer, the FNHA is pleased to launch its Summary Service Plan (SSP) for the 2015/2016 fiscal year. This SSP marks an exciting moment in the transformative journey underway for BC First Nations, the FNHA and its partners. A focus will be on supporting another year of smooth operations while expanding FNHA’s vision of transformation and innovation, enabled by its governance and other strategic partnerships. During this time of transformational work, FNHA brings a renewed commitment to uphold our Seven Directives and shared values of Respect, Discipline, Relationships, Culture, Excellence and Fairness.
In the coming year, as the SSP highlights, FNHA will concentrate efforts in four key goal areas rather than five. The goal of smooth transition has been removed while the FNHA moves beyond this stage of the work. Strategic goals include:
1. Enhancing First Nations Health Governance;
2. Promoting and Implementing the BC First Nations Perspective on Wellness as a Health and Wellness Champion;
3. Improving Health Service and Programs as a Health and Wellness Partner; and
4. Strengthening the FNHA as a Sustainable and Effective First Nations Health Organization.
Fiscal highlights this year include an increase in dollars that will flow directly into the regions. The plan notes that 75% of the overall 2015/2016 budget will be for direct regional investment as compared to 70% last year. An 11% increase in Health Actions expenditures means more direct investment in wellness and preventative services. FNHA looks forward to the year ahead and reporting progress as we continue our collaborations with our partners, working towards our shared vision of "Healthy, Self-Determining and Vibrant BC First Nations, Children, Families and Communities".
Download the 2015-16 Summary Service Plan here (PDF 1.88 MB)