First Nations Health Authority

The First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) will be attending the Family Medicine Forum 2024 from Nov. 6 - 9! Visit one of our tables to learn more about career opportunities with us. Learn more about the forum at fmf.cfpc.ca or visit the BC Health Careers page at www.physicianjobsbc.ca/fmf You can find open FNHA postings at fnha.ca/careers

The BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC) is alerting the public about a passenger with measles who is known to have travelled through Vancouver International Airport between 6 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. on Oct. 16. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4fkbo3G

The Rural Voices Gathering is an open and inclusive event welcoming everyone who lives, works or provides services in rural, remote, First Nations, and Métis communities across British Columbia, co-hosted by the Rural Coordination Centre of BC (RCCbc), First Nations Health Authority, and Health Quality BC. This event is for anyone passionate about improving rural health. Whether you are a community member, healthcare provider, administrator, policymaker, academic, local business, or organization, your voice matters. Two province-wide sessions will be held virtually via Zoom on Nov. 20 and 27, with accompanying in-person community-based dialogue between these dates. Learn more and register here: https://bit.ly/3NL7OnO

The UBC Indigenous Public Health Training Program is now accepting applications! This program is built to equip Indigenous community members and scholars with the skills they need to address public health issues in Indigenous communities. You can even hear from previous graduates on the website! Applications are open from now until Nov. 30. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4f1rgsn

Attention all First Nations people living in urban areas and/or away from home AND staff from health system partners, urban Indigenous organizations or BC First Nations. Join us for one of our upcoming Vancouver Island engagements in October. There will be gift cards for all participants! Mark your calendars: 1. Nanaimo at Beban Park Social Centre (Auditorium A) on Oct. 30 from 12 - 2 p.m. and 4 - 6 p.m. 2. Campbell River at Thunderbird Hall on Nov. 21 from 12 - 2 p.m. and 4 - 6 p.m. We want to understand your health and wellness service needs and the best ways to engage and communicate with the UAH population. Come share your thoughts with us! You can register at fnha.ca/UAHengagement or learn more at fnha.ca/UAH!

Are you ready to make a difference? Join the First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) in transforming health care with First Nations in BC. As part of our team, you'll walk alongside First Nations people, providing compassionate care and contributing to a healthier future. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g6tvRWBW

The First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) is pleased to announce that Katie Hughes will be taking on the role of Acting Chief Operating Officer (COO) effective October 21, 2024. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3AaB2Jw

The First Nations Health Authority offers meaningful work with competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits and transformative learning opportunities. We offer a wide variety of professions, including physicians, nursing, mental health professionals, allied health professionals, Traditional wellness coordinators, operations and clinical managers, corporate and administrative staff, and many more. Help us reshape health care with First Nations in BC. If you’re ready to make a difference, apply today! Explore our current career opportunities at fnha.ca/careers

Reminder! We need your input! We are inviting community members and First Nations Community Health Leadership to take part in a survey about the programs and services funded or delivered by the FNHA and health system partners. Find out more and complete the survey today by visiting the link here!: https://lnkd.in/gHAajDix (Qatalyst Research Group, an independent consulting firm, has been hired by the FNHA to conduct two major concurrent evaluations)

There's still time to register for the Rural Voices Gathering from Nov. 20-27! Check out the link below to learn how.