First Nations Health Authority

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.

08/28/2026

“It was with great disappointment that we learned of the Province’s decision to cancel the planned overdose prevention site slated for 900 Helmcken in Downtown Vancouver. Harm reduction services, including overdose prevention sites, save lives by offering compassionate, accessible health services to people who use substances, wherever they are on their healing journey.”

Read the full statement from the First Nations Health Authority, First Nations Health Council and First Nations Health Directors Association: https://fnha.ca/statement-on-the-provinces-decision-to-cancel-900-helmcken-street-overdose-prevention-site/

08/27/2026

There has been a recent increase in toxic drug poisonings from Quesnel, BC and area. Substances circulating in community are highly toxic, causing heavy and prolonged sedation, and require more naloxone to reverse. Overdoses are happening when the substances are smoked and/or injected.

Read the full advisory here: stories.northernhealth.ca/news/overdose-advisory-quesnel-1

For information on other current drug alerts and advisories for the region, visit: www.northernhealth.ca/health-topics/overdose-prevention

08/27/2026

At Fort Nelson First Nation, harm reduction is about more than responding to the toxic drug public health emergency. It’s about creating spaces where people feel seen, supported and connected.

At Fort Nelson First Nation, harm reduction is about more than responding to the toxic drug public health emergency. It’s about creating spaces where people feel seen, supported and connected. That commitment is at the core of the Nation’s annual International Overdose Awareness Day gathering ea...