Indigenous Partnerships

The Interior Partnership Accord is a written commitment that reflects the ongoing relationship between the seven First Nations in the Interior Region and IH, built on recognition and respect for the rights of Indigenous People, as outlined in the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous People, Article 24.

Read the Partnership Accord

• Partnership Accord Leadership Table (PALT): The PALT provides strategic direction and oversight to the implementation of the Partnership Accord; focused on systems improvement and transformation. PALT membership is comprised of the Interior Region Nation Executive (IRNE), and senior leadership from IH and First Nations Health Authority (FNHA).
• Partnership Accord Technical Table (PATT): The PATT is a technical advisory body that provides advice and recommendations to the PALT to support systems transformation. PATT membership is comprised of technical representatives from the seven First Nations in the Interior Region (appointed through Nation approved processes), IH, and FNHA.

The Métis Interior Leadership Table (MILT) brings Métis Nation BC (MNBC) and IH leadership together to support improved health outcomes for Métis people living in the Interior. The MILT provides strategic direction and oversight to the implementation of the MNBC - IH Letter of Understanding (LOU) and Health & Wellness Plan.

Read the  Métis Nation BC - IH LOU

Read the MNBC-IH Métis Health & Wellness Plan 2024-2028

Nation-IH partnership agreements and letters of understanding (LoU) outline the commitment to work in partnership and guide how we work together to build a culturally safe, community‑driven, and Nation‑based health system that aligns with Nation priorities. The Nation‑specific agreements are supported through joint committees, where partners meet regularly to advance shared priorities and wellness initiatives.

• Ktunaxa LoU
• Nlaka'pamux Nation LoU
• Northern St’át’imc Nation LoU
• syilx Nation LoU
• Secwépemc LOU
• Tŝilhqot’in LOU
• Ulkatcho First Nation LoU
• Métis Nation of B.C. LoU

The Tripartite Committee on First Nations Health (TCFNH) provides a forum for discussion on the progress and implementation of the health plans and agreements, and promotes effective partnership among B.C. First Nations, Federal and Provincial Governments, and Regional Health Authorities.

Learn more about the Tripartite Framework Agreement

The inaugural Indigenous Engagement Forum was successful in creating space for external Indigenous partners and IH leaders and staff to come together, build and strengthen partnerships, share information on joint projects, learn about IH services and programs, and gather input on services. The Forum also highlighted successful partnerships and outstanding initiatives.

Final Report Indigenous Engagement Forum

Engage IH is our online engagement community where you – patients, families, staff and the public – can contribute feedback and ideas about projects that impact your health and the health of the community.

Visit EngageIH.ca

IH partners with First Nations, Métis Nation B.C., and other Indigenous partners to develop and deliver experiential learning opportunities for IH employees that are grounded in local Indigenous histories, lived experiences, traditional knowledge, and wellness practices. These learning opportunities complement existing Indigenous-specific anti-racism and cultural safety education by deepening understanding of the lived experiences of Indigenous Peoples across the Interior region and their deep historical and ongoing connections to the land.

Tŝilhqot’in: The People of the River

Ktunaxa Nation Sovereignty- ʔamakʔis Ktunaxa 

Cariboo Friendship Society: An Indigenous centre offering holistic services to all people