First Nations Health Authority

09/09/2026

Today is FASD Day, an opportunity to raise awareness, improve prevention and diagnosis and build understanding of this lifelong disability.

Marie Wilcott, Healthy Children Specialist and a recent addition to the FNHA team, shares her family’s personal story about living with FASD: https://fnha.ca/walking-together-my-familys-fasd-story

09/08/2026

In Chilliwack, a First Nations land stewardship organization is showing how climate action and community well-being can walk together.

The Yakweakwioose Land, Water & Wellness project has transformed former pastureland into a thriving landscape featuring wetlands, native plants, salmon habitat, including a walking trail for recreation, cultural connection and land-based learning.

Learn how community-led, nature-based solutions can help build resilience in a changing climate in the story below.

A message from Maery Kaplan-Hallam, Senior Specialist, Climate Change and Health, Environmental Public Health Services. The Yakweakwioose Land, Water & Wellness project led by S. A. Y. Lands. S. A. Y. Lands provides administrative and land management services to Sq’ewqéyl (Skowkale), Áthelets (A...

09/04/2026

This year’s Run the Spit welcomed hundreds of participants for a 5km journey rooted in culture, wellness and community. With support from the Indigenous Peoples Day of Wellness Grant, the event continues to bring Nations, families and neighbours together in a meaningful way.

Check out the full story and photos from the day in the story below!

Supported by the Indigenous Peoples Day of Wellness Grant, this event brings together Nations, families and neighbours from across the island. Each year, the Indigenous Peoples Day of Wellness (IPDoW) grants support First Nations communities in creating wellness events that honour culture, connectio...

09/03/2026

The start of the school year can be busy for families. Along with gathering school supplies and planning routines, consider taking a few minutes to review your family's immunization records.

Staying up to date on recommended vaccines helps protect children, Elders and communities from preventable diseases, including measles, meningitis and whooping cough (pertussis).

Take steps to support your wellness for stronger, healthier communities: https://fnha.ca/services-and-support/preventative-care/communicable-diseases/immunization-program/

09/03/2026

Live, work, and make an impact on BC's North Coast.

The First Nations Health Authority is hiring a Permanent Full-Time Clerk, Shipping & Receiving in Prince Rupert.

This is an excellent opportunity to:
✨ Experience the beauty and culture of the Coast Tsimshian communities
✨ Develop skills in shipping, receiving, administration, records management, and logistics
✨ Work independently in a supportive team environment
✨ Connect with local partners and communities throughout the region

Join a team dedicated to supporting the health and wellness of First Nations communities throughout Northern BC.

Apply today: https://workwithus.fnha.ca/career-opportunities/?search=shipping

09/02/2026

Join an Indigenous Speakers Series event featuring Dr. Evan Tlesla Adams and Joe Gallagher, members of the Tla’amin Nation, for an all-day event hosted by UBC about journeys in storytelling, medicine, health-system transformation and how these experiences have shaped their vision for thriving Indigenous futures.

This event will happen in-person at Jack Poole Hall on the UBC Vancouver campus and online via livestream on Monday, Sept. 21, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. A recording will be available to view after the event.

Learn more and register: https://redi.med.ubc.ca/frybread-power-the-significance-of-indigenous-empowerment-pride-resilience/

09/01/2026

What does a shared vision for health and wellness look like? FNHA’s updated Vancouver Island Regional Health and Wellness Plan brings together the priorities, aspirations and expertise of 50 First Nations communities to help guide the next five years of regional action.

Read more:

New five-year plan reflects the voices, priorities and aspirations of 50 First Nations communities After 18 months of engagement, review and collaboration, FNHA’s Vancouver Island Region has released its updated Regional Health and Wellness Plan (RHWP), a five-year roadmap that reflects the shared...

09/01/2026

Many nurses join our casual pool for the flexibility and stay for the meaningful connections.

As a Casual Community Health Nurse with FNHA, you'll support First Nations communities across the Interior Region while exploring communities such as Yunesit'in, Neskonlith, Lillooet, and Lytton.

What we offer:
• Flexible scheduling and rotations
• Paid travel
• Housing provided during assignments
• Meaningful, relationship-based work in First Nations communities

For nurses seeking flexibility, variety, and purpose-driven work, the FNHA casual pool offers a unique opportunity to make an impact where it matters most.

Apply today and discover why so many nurses choose FNHA: https://bit.ly/4wOhr9j

08/31/2026

International Overdose Awareness Day is a time to honour and remember the people we have lost due to the toxic drug poisoning crisis. On this day, we hold space for the families, friends, and communities who carry the grief of losing loved ones, and we reaffirm our commitment to supporting wholistic wellness, healing, and hope.

A message from Dr. Nel Wieman, FNHA Chief Medical Officer; and Celeta Cook, FNHA Executive Director, Public Health Response & Primary Care International Overdose Awareness Day is a time to honour and remember the people we have lost due to the toxic drug poisoning crisis. On this day, we hold space....

08/31/2026

That’s a wrap on this year’s Summer on the Land photo-sharing initiative! Thank you to everyone who participated and shared photos and stories of how you and your loved ones are connecting with our lands and waters.

Our final randomly selected gift-card winner is Leeann Eustache, Simpcw First Nation.

Here are the last photos we’ll be posting for this summer:

“My son picking vegetables from the garden.” Photo submitted by Tyra Spence, Syilx/Okanagan peoples.

“Family camping trip at Adams Lake. Twenty of us came together from Vancouver, Prince George, Kamloops, and Simpcw.” Photo submitted by Leeann Eustache, Simpcw First Nation.

“Learning how to pound cedar on the Gitga'at territory of Hartley Bay.” Photo submitted by
Marji Basso Blackfish, Gitga'at First Nation.

“My sons, six-year-old Julian and nine-year-old Jordan, racing war canoes. They train through the spring to race in the summer – and travel alongside family and friends to different Nations in the Fraser Valley, Vancouver Island, and the USA.” Photo submitted by Alexis Paul , Leq'á:mel First Nations.

Take a look back at our previous social posts to check out more of the great submissions we received.