Health

Services and information topics

About B.C.'s health care system

Understand how health care is delivered in B.C.

Accessing health care

Find health care near you and learn how to apply for financial aid for medical-related travel.

Assisted living

Find resources if you are considering assisted living or if you are operating an assisted living residence in B.C.

Health and drug coverage

Understand what medical services, supplies and prescription medications are paid for through PharmaCare.

Managing your health

Learn about the programs and services available to assist you in staying healthy and making healthy choices.

Mental health and addictions

Find information about accessing mental health and addictions supports in B.C. 

Keeping B.C. healthy and safe

Learn how B.C. supports public health and safety to promote healthy living and reduce health care system demands.

Conducting health research and analysis

Access provincial data, guidance and resources to support health-related research.

Health forms

Find common health-related forms that you may need in B.C.

Nurse in Practice Program

Effective April 11, 2025, the Ministry is pausing receipt of new Nurse in Practice applications to evaluate the program’s implementation and consider improvements. No new applications will be received at this time. Subscribe to this webpage for future program updates.

Practitioner and professional resources

Access resources, guidelines and information to help health professionals deliver high-quality care and navigate the health system.

Health innovation

Learn how health care partners in B.C. can submit ideas in support of a sustainable and innovative health care system.

Provincial Attachment System

Learn how to connect with a family doctor or nurse practitioner who can take on new patients.

News

In Focus

Offering support for youth, families through new Foundry centre

Friday, March 13, 2026

Facility delivers mental-health, substance-use and wellness supports for Tri-Cities youth, families