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.

You can read about the details of this potential exposure at the BCCDC website.

The FNHA is hosting an event to disc​​uss the future of the We All Take Care of the Harvest (WATCH) project​​​.

On November 26 and 27, the FNHA will be hosting Safe Shellfish Solutions, an event intended to bring together coastal First Nations and the WATCH network for conversations on the future of the WATCH project.

The We All Take Care of the Harvest (WATCH) is a seafood and climate change project co-designed and led by pilot First Nations communities and the WATCH Network from August 2020 to March 2024. This year is in transition to determining its future use. 

The purpose of the pilot was to help communities access timely safety information for important marine foods, plan for climate impacts affecting marine foods, and promote seafood safety, security, and sovereignty for coastal First Nations. The transition period is focused on identifying key priorities, areas of expansion, and sustainable programs and services.

We’re hiring for variou​​s positions across BC – if you’re ready to make a difference, explore our career opportunities ​​​​.

​​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.

We're not just delivering health services—we're reshaping the way care is provided, empowering individuals, and creating lasting change. If you're passionate about making a real impact and being part of an innovative team, we invite you to explore our career opportunities.

Whether you're a medical professional, allied health provider, corporate leader, or administrative staff, there's a place for you in our organization.

Together, we stand for better health services and a better future. Discover your potential with FNHA today.​​

Explore our career opportunities at fnha.ca/careers.

Above: Leeland Askew, co-owner of Coyote Cultural Society, interviewing beloved Elder Spelexilh, Squamish Nation, is once again aiming their focus on utilizing film and storytelling as a way to preserve and revitalize Squamish language and culture. They gathered, recorded, and archived Squamish words, phrases, and songs and legends to help further the education and revitalization of their Squamish culture, especially for young adults and next generations.

The grant applications are open until Thursday, November 7, 2024, at 4 p.m.

The First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) is excited to announce another cycle of Winter Wellness Grants (WWG). This year, the theme of the grants and the selection process will be prioritizing wellness initiatives for young adults.

Young adults are the next generation and our future. By prioritizing their wellness, voices, and wisdom, we can help support community and Nation wellness.

This year's WWG cycle is intended to fund initiatives that encourage young First Nations people in BC to host community-led wellness celebrations, events, and honour culture, community, and connection this winter.

The First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) and Province of BC are pleased to share the updated BC Elders’ Guide. The purpose of the Guide is to make sure that Elders, their families and caregivers have access to information about the programs, services and resources they need.

FNHA Contact: Joely.Fulcher@fnha.ca

The Ministry of Health, in partnership with Doctors of BC (DoBC), and Nurses and Nurse Practitioners of BC (NNPBC), is hosting an advanced series webinar for Medical Office Assistants (MOAs) on attaching patients from the Provincial Attachment System (PAS)! The advanced series of this webinar will be offered: November 14 from 12-1 pm PST.  
 
The webinar will include informative content for Medical Office Assistants (MOAs) to support them in using the Provincial Attachment System. Learn how you can engage with your local attachment coordinator to digitally receive, select, and confirm, patients for primary care providers in your clinic directly in the PAS.  The webinar will include an interactive system demo and opportunities for questions throughout.
 
Please forward information about the webinar date (see link below) to the clinics in your community and encourage local MOAs to attend.  

Registration link for the November 14th, 12-1 p.m. session is below to share with the clinics in your community. 

Talk Tobacco offers culturally inclusive and aware commercial tobacco and vaping cessation services to First Nation, Inuit, Métis, and urban Indigenous communities. In 2022, the service was launched in British Columbia in partnership with First Nations Health Authority (FNHA). Indigenous Health Authorities and leaders from Indigenous communities across Ontario, Saskatchewan, Manitoba and BC provided guidance and knowledge to inform the Program's design.
 
Cessation services offered through the Program include culturally tailored, free and confidential phone, text, and online chat support. Additionally, services can be accessed in 16 Indigenous languages. As the current Talk Tobacco Senior Cessation Specialist in British Columbia, Kaila Radan is working to promote the Program within the province through campaigns and partnerships with service providers and Indigenous communities. She currently resides on the unceded and traditional lands of the Haida people, in Masset, Haida Gwaii, as a settler. 

For more information about Talk Tobacco, please visit the Talk Tobacco website: About Talk Tobacco (smokershelpline.ca)

Open to the public, featuring the art of survivors and those who remember them. 

Dates:

• Friday, November 15th, 9-8 p.m.
• Saturday, November 16th, 9-5 p.m.
• Sunday, November 17th, 10-6 p.m.
• Monday, November 18th, 9-5 p.m.

The 2024/2025 Civil Forfeiture Grant Program is now accepting applications. 
 
Proposals are now being accepted for the following funding streams:
 
•         Crime Prevention
•         Indigenous Healing
•         Restorative Justice
•         Gender-based Violence
  
Application forms and the Application Guide can be found at the link below. 
 
Please review the entire application guide, including the FAQ, before applying. The application guide provides an overview of the application process, stream criteria, and key deadlines. The application guide also contain important parameters for applying, which if not taken into consideration, may adversely affect the success of your proposal.
 
Applications will be accepted until 4:30 p.m. (PST) on Monday, December 9, 2024. Due to the volume of applications that must be reviewed, applicants will be notified of the status of their applications in May 2025.
 
If you have any questions please contact CFOGrants@gov.bc.ca