Foundation spotlight series: Lillooet District Hospital Foundation

3 minutes

Foundations in the Interior region raise funds that support medical equipment, care needs, and innovative local initiatives in their communities. Each organization includes respected community leaders, volunteers and staff who are passionate about meeting the needs of patients and families in Interior Health. Thanks to the generosity of their supporters, we all have a stronger health system. 

Temporary service interruption at 100 Mile Hospital District General Hospital emergency department

1 minute

100 Mile House and area residents are advised of temporary changes to emergency department hours at 100 Mile House District General Hospital.

Emergency services will be unavailable from 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, October 1 to 7 a.m. on Thursday, October 2, 2025. Patients can access care at Cariboo Memorial Hospital in Williams Lake during this time.

Six ways to plan for age-related health decisions

3 minutes

Many of us embrace our 50s and 60s and beyond as an opportunity for adventure and discovery. Sooner or later, however—as much as we might not want to admit it—most of us will face age-related challenges.

None of us knows what the future holds, but we can plan for it. There are tools and ways we can plan for the unexpected, whether it’s a medical emergency or slower decline. 

Even if you’re feeling well and healthy now, it’s a good idea to be prepared in case you become suddenly unwell and not able to make decisions for yourself.

A new mom’s journey through the first days of breastfeeding

4 minutes

Like many expectant moms, Emily Canzian attended prenatal classes and did a lot of preparing for her son Luca’s birth. 

But even with classes and education, it was still a shock to Emily how difficult breastfeeding proved to be in the first three days after birth.

“You're not really prepared for how tough it's going to be,” says the Kelowna dietitian. “In the classes they touch on topics like the time it takes for milk to come in, and the several weeks it can take to establish breastfeeding and milk supply.