Originally exclusive to Northern Health as a way to address staffing challenges in rural and remote sites, GoHealth BC is a collaborative effort between Northern Health, Interior Health, Island Health, the Ministry of Health, and the British Columbia Nurses Union to allow Northern Health nurses to expand their scope of professional practice and take on new experiences in places like NVI.
A pair of Cowichan-based Island Health employees are cycling across Canada this summer to raise funds and awareness about mental health, homelessness, substance use and brain injuries - and how these issues are so connected.
Community resilience will be supported by 51 new projects across Vancouver Island and surrounding coastal communities because of Island Health’s Community Wellness Grant Program.
The Healthy Communities program advances community health and well-being throughout the Island Health region.
Information for community members about services available to support local community health initiatives.
Our Ecosystem is our health system. Tools to strengthen climate resilience and health through adaptative capacity, design of our communities and injury prevention.
This section shows some of the ways you can help your child reach and maintain good health.
There are many ways you can keep your toddler safe from physical harm. This section has information and community resources to help you ensure car seat safety, a safe home, and safe play for your toddler.
Here you will find information on caring for your 6-month to 3-year-old child.
Island Health works as a partner with K-12 schools, school districts and community for whole school health and well-being.