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We are IH: Nurse educator fosters equitable access to education

September 11, 2025

Blending her two passions of teaching and health care, Echo Porlier aims to promote equitable access to education through her work in rural and remote nursing.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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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Have you heard of these mental health and substance use services?

August 26, 2025

Whether you need mental health or substance use services, help is in your community. Access it in a facility, in-person or virtually.

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Why we gather for International Overdose Awareness Day

August 25, 2025

Aug. 31 marks IOAD, a day to remember those lost to the toxic drug supply. Explore events in your region and show your support for those still with us.

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Vernon art initiative offers perspectives on toxic drug crisis

August 22, 2025

Expressions from the Front Lines: A Journey through the Toxic Drug Crisis is a unique art exhibition featuring the work of Interior Health Peers.

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We are IH: Lillooet physician dedicated to health equity and allyship

August 21, 2025

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From courtyard to connection: KGH welcomes a new healing mural

August 19, 2025

A new mural by artists Jorden and David Doody, and syilx artist Sheldon Louis in a courtyard in the McNair psychiatric unit supports wellness and recovery.

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We are IH: Complex Care Housing team lead values relationships

August 14, 2025

Stefanie Elliott is driven by a desire to walk alongside people on their journey, help them rediscover their strengths and remind them recovery is possible.

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Four daily routines that can help improve a child’s speech and language

May 16, 2023

Our daily routines – mealtimes, family chore time and bedtime – offer opportunities to develop children’s speech and language skills.

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We Are IH: Support services supervisor in Trail fosters kindness

May 11, 2023

Teresa Packer is the housekeeping and food service supervisor in Trail; if she isn’t helping out someone at work, she’s likely taking care of family nearby!