Penticton Downtown Mental Health & Substance Use

Every year, we document our progress in delivering environmentally sustainable resilient health care in B.C. Meet the people behind the projects and programs.

The Shuswap Hospital Foundation raises funds for equipment and upgrades at Shuswap Lake General Hospital and medical facilities in Salmon Arm.

Jessica Calder works as a medical office assistant and helps vulnerable people as a Peer Support Volunteer. She enjoys combatting stigma and helping others.

Interior Health’s (IH) free community-based day program offers clients skills, tools and social connections to sustain a healthy and balanced lifestyle.

Inspired by her community, and what quality of life can be, Marie began her career in health care to broaden her understanding of what well-being truly means.

A new set of tools, resources and training for emergency department staff that supports those at risk of suicide is expected to save lives.