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Take Our Kids to Work Day inspires future health-care workers

November 7, 2025
Some of the highlights from Take Our Kids to Work Day across the Southern Interior at IH.

Grade 9 students from across the Southern Interior region joined Interior Health (IH) on Nov. 5 for Take Our Kids to Work Day 2025—and what a turnout it was!

This year saw record participation with students exploring more than 30 departments in over 10 communities.

From patient care to administration and everything in between, IH teams opened their doors to give students a hands-on look at the many exciting and meaningful careers in health care.

Whether diving into skills workshops, shadowing staff, or getting a behind-the-scenes look at hospital operations, students enjoyed a day filled with discovery, inspiration and fun.

Teams engage students in creative ways

Enthusiasm was palpable at IH sites, from small towns to the larger cities. More than 110 students took part this year—a wonderful sign of growing interest in the health sector by the next generation of health care professionals.

Young people and an adult in medical clothes practise putting casts on arms.
Grade 9 students take part in a skills workshop at Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops.

Each IH site brought its own local flair. Teams found creative ways to engage students through tours, simulations and interactive experiences that highlighted just how diverse and rewarding a career in health care can be.

Thank you to everyone for all the hard work! Whitney had the best day, as did I. This day is so important to inspire students! As well as to provide them a glimpse into the interdisciplinary work we do here while they begin to choose their educational path.

-- Melissa, parent and Registered Nurse

Day sparks curiosity, strengthens connections

Beyond exploring future careers, Take Our Kids to Work Day is also a special opportunity for students to connect with the important people in their lives. Students spend the day alongside family members, family friends and mentors who make a difference every day at IH.

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It’s a meaningful way to spark curiosity, strengthen community connections, and inspire young people to imagine themselves as part of the health care story.

Learn more about Career Exploration with IH

We provide career exploration job shadow experiences for Grade 10, 11 and 12 students, as well as high school and post-secondary students and community members. If you have questions about Career Explorations, email the recruitment team at CareerExploration@InteriorHealth.ca.

Visit Career Exploration at IH

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