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How housing and health are connected
October 15, 2025

Housing is a right. IH’s Health & Housing Program Plan aims to improve health-care access for people experiencing housing insecurity and those living outdoors.

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We are IH: Recruitment advisor finds purpose in growing careers
October 9, 2025

Sahra joined IH just two months after graduating from Okanagan College, and has served in many roles with IH that led her to where she is today.

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Health & Wellness
Stop guessing – Drug checking saves lives
October 6, 2025

Interior Health has non-judgmental drug checking services throughout the Interior region. Samples as small as a grain of rice can be tested.

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Foundation spotlight series: Lillooet District Hospital Foundation
October 3, 2025

Lillooet Hospital holds a special place in Jessica McLellan's heart. A 3rd-generation resident of Lillooet, she has served as LDHF's chair since 2018.

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We are IH: Labour relations specialist strengthens relationships
October 2, 2025

Righting wrongs gives Sharon a sense of purpose at work. There is no typical day in labour relations which makes the job exciting and a great fit for her.

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Health & Wellness
Six ways to plan for age-related health decisions
October 1, 2025
Many of us embrace our 50s and 60s as an opportunity for adventure. Even if you’re feeling healthy now, it’s a good idea to plan your future health decisions.
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Health & Wellness
A new mom’s journey through the first days of breastfeeding
September 29, 2025
Like many expectant moms, Emily Canzian attended prenatal classes and did a lot of preparing for her son Luca’s birth.
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Why we wear orange on National Truth and Reconciliation Day
September 26, 2025
Sept. 30 marks Orange Shirt Day & the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Our Indigenous staff & colleagues got together to share why they wear orange.
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We are IH: Guided by connection in Indigenous patient care
September 25, 2025
Natalie’s always been empathetic to people in all their moments, leading her to a career of connection – to patients, and to Indigenous ancestors.
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Health & Wellness
Program that helps prevent youth substance use to expand in B.C.
September 25, 2025
PreVenture is a research-backed Canadian program that equips students ages 12-16 with decision-making tools and skills that promote mental well-being.
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We are IH: Patients’ gratitude motivates Support Services manager
September 18, 2025
Xavier Gomes is the head of Dietary and Environmental Services for the East Kootenays. He’s fulfilled by contributing to patients’ comfort & recovery.

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Two health-care professionals chat with one another as one examines instruments on a tray. They're standing in an examination room with cabinets and a sink with eye wash station.
Community & Culture
Launch your nursing career with the ESN/ESPN paid work program
September 10, 2025
Our Employed Student Nurse/Employed Student Psychiatric Nurse program offers students real-world experience under the guidance of an experienced RN, RPN or NP.
A person with medium-length blond-grey hair and glasses wearing a pink t-shirt and lanyard stand in front of a yellow with a sign that say Day Care Surgery.
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We are IH: Registered nurse of 35 years pursued her dream
September 4, 2025
Diana Heighes has much of her career at Royal Inland Hospital. For 10 years she has worked in day care surgery and even had a chance to work with her daughter.
A person with long curly grey hair and glasses holds up a button that has a slash through the word stigma.
Health & Wellness
Stigma from the inside out: how internalized stigma can trap you
August 29, 2025
Alison, a harm reduction coordinator with IH, explores how stigma kept her from seeking the help she needed. Read about her journey to wellness.
Three people stand shoulder to shoulder to take a selfie style picture in a very green forest setting. One with a biking helmet, and the other two with their sweater hoods up.
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We are IH: Compassionate RN eases pain and fear in people
August 28, 2025
Kim’s love of science, curiosity, and empathy for people are what drew her into nursing. Today, she’s a member of IH’s harm reduction team.

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