Keremeos and area residents are advised of a temporary change to the emergency department hours at the South Similkameen Health Centre due to limited physician availability.
100 Mile House and area residents are advised of temporary changes to emergency department hours at 100 Mile District General Hospital.
Emergency services will be unavailable from 5 a.m. to 8 a.m. on Sunday, June 21, 2026. Patients can access care at Cariboo Memorial Hospital in Williams Lake during this time.
All other inpatient services will continue at 100 Mile District General Hospital.
Merritt and area residents are advised of temporary changes to emergency department hours at Nicola Valley Hospital.
Emergency services will be unavailable from 7 a.m., Friday, June 19 to 8 a.m., Saturday, June 20, 2026. Patients can access care at Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops during this time.
All other inpatient services will continue at Nicola Valley Hospital.
Interior Health (IH) is sharing the independent report and update on actions taken to address workplace and system challenges that contributed to the seven-week pediatric service interruption at Kelowna General Hospital (KGH) in 2025.
In late 2025, the IH Board of Directors commissioned Harbour West Consulting and Dr. Jana Davidson—who conducted interviews with pediatricians, nurses, administrators and leaders—to identify opportunities to support sustainable pediatric services at KGH.
New Denver area residents are advised of temporary changes to emergency department hours at Slocan Community Health Centre.
Baby Talk is a series of free, drop-in, parenting classes for those with infants 0-12 months. These groups are open to mothers, fathers, partners, guardians and grandparents. This is an opportunity to receive information, share experiences, ask questions and build connections.
Weather pending! Call the Penticton Health Centre the morning of for location if weather is questionable. Bring a blanket to sit on.
Baby Talk is a free, drop‑in parenting group for caregivers with infants aged 0–12 months. Connect with other parents, share experiences, and gain helpful knowledge in a welcoming, supportive environment. The group is facilitated by a Public Health Nurse, giving you the chance to meet a PHN, ask questions, and receive reliable guidance on early parenting and infant development.
Learn the important milestones that come before your baby’s first words and how your interaction supports their communication skills. With PHN Nicole M.
Baby Talk is a free, drop‑in parenting group for caregivers with infants aged 0–12 months. Connect with other parents, share experiences, and gain helpful knowledge in a welcoming, supportive environment. The group is facilitated by a Public Health Nurse, giving you the chance to meet a PHN, ask questions, and receive reliable guidance on early parenting and infant development.
Learn the benefits of touch and practice simple infant massage techniques. (Bring oil/lotion and a towel.) With PHN Tavia.
Baby Talk is a free, drop‑in parenting group for caregivers with infants aged 0–12 months. Connect with other parents, share experiences, and gain helpful knowledge in a welcoming, supportive environment. The group is facilitated by a Public Health Nurse, giving you the chance to meet a PHN, ask questions, and receive reliable guidance on early parenting and infant development.
Learn when and how to introduce solids, recognize readiness cues, and build a positive relationship with food. With PHN Andrea L.
