From a friend who cares
Dear You, If you’re reading this, it means you’re here. And that matters more than you might realize.Maybe today feels heavy. Maybe it’s been heavy for a long time. Maybe you’re tired, ov...
The Hazeltons
Cultural leave as a path to wellness and reconciliation
As part of Northern Health’s (NH) commitment to Truth and Reconciliation, Indigenous staff are supported in reconnecting with their cultures, families, and communities through initiatives like cultu...
Strengthening care for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit patients
As part of Northern Health’s (NH) ongoing commitment to Truth and Reconciliation, we are proud to announce the evolution of the Indigenous Patient Liaison program into the Indigenous Care Team (ICT)...
Return to the North: An international medical graduate’s journey back
Showing a canvas-printed photo of the Stekyoden (also known as Roche de Boule) mountain range in its fall colour splendor, Dr. Savanna Naylor shared with me the story of how she is completing a full c...
National Physiotherapy Month: Baisakhi Sarkar’s story
May is Physiotherapy month in Canada! Across Northern Health, we're celebrating the amazing work of physiotherapists. This week, we're highlighting Baisakhi Sarkar. Graduating from Western University ...
Hazelton medical lab assistant Lavinia Ethier recognized with excellence award
On May 1, 2022, medical lab assistant (MLA) Lavinia Ethier received the BC Society Laboratory Science (BCSLS) Medical Laboratory Assistant Preceptor Excellence Award. This award is for MLAs who show e...
What's in your COVID-19 toolkit? Vaccination is your best protection
As COVID-19 restrictions have eased across British Columbia, many are wondering what they can personally do to protect themselves, and the health of those around them. Northern Health board member ...
