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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.

Practitioner and professional resources

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

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April 2026 saw 119 lives lost due to unregulated-drug toxicity

Thursday, June 11, 2026

In April 2026, 119 people in British Columbia lost their lives to suspected unregulated-drug toxicity according to preliminary data reported by the BC Coroners Service, equating to about four deaths per day.