Taking action: Victoria duo wins 2026 Youth Harm Reduction Award
Island Health has recognized two Victoria teens for their efforts to promote harm reduction awareness and training at Glenlyon Norfolk School in Victoria.
On-demand STI testing launches at Cowichan District Hospital
A new on-demand service recently launched at the Cowichan District Hospital lab is enhancing access to testing for sexually transmitted infections.
Royal Jubilee Hospital parkade to undergo repairs
People attending Royal Jubilee Hospital (RJH) this summer should be aware of construction disruptions in the parkade.
New substance use service at Royal Jubilee Hospital helps patients in crisis
Adults experiencing significant substance use challenges now have access to a new, dedicated inpatient service at Royal Jubilee Hospital (RJH).
Making progress to improve health care in Cowichan Valley
The new Quw'utsun Valley Hospital / Quw'utsun Hulitun-ew't-hw is nearing completion and is set to welcome patients in mid-2027.
Esquimalt Urgent and Primary Care Centre closed May 30 due to planned power outage
The Esquimalt Urgent and Primary Care Centre (UPCC) will be closed to in-person visits all day Saturday, May 30, 2026, due to a planned BC Hydro power outage.
New process for accessing urgent after-hours medical care on Hornby Island improves reliability
Island Health and our local partners are informing residents and visitors to Hornby Island of a change in the way people access urgent after-hours medical care that will improve reliability and ensure a timely and appropriate response.
Advocates, outreach founder and society honoured at 10th annual mental health and substance use awards
The Island Health South Island Mental Health and Substance Use (MHSU) Advisory Committee has recognized the Andre Courtemanche Society and Kay Martin as winners of the 2026 Island Health MHSU Community Service Awards.
New Indigenous art and donor plaque unveiled at West Coast General Hospital
A new, prominent piece of Nuu-chah-nulth art at West Coast General Hospital in Port Alberni honours the community’s incredible support and generosity.