Engaging Communities

We engage communities to get their feedback on health care needs in a number of ways including:

1. Community Engagement Advisory Network (CEAN)

The Community Engagement Advisory Network (CEAN) is a group of members of the public who support patient and public involvement in health service planning and decision-making at Vancouver Coastal Health.

Visit the CEAN page to learn more.

2. Public advisory committees

These committees are held across the province and give members of the community an opportunity to share their experience and knowledge about the community’s health care needs.

Visit the Advisory Committees page to learn more.

3. Public consultations

These consultations give communities an opportunity to provide input on a range of VCH policies and services. We also work with community groups to design services that address the unique factors affecting health in their community.

4. Community partnerships

We provide community groups with the tools they need to be part of the health care decision-making process in their communities.

5. Community development and capacity building

We provide communities with the tools they need to provide input about their health care needs. 

Want to help shape health care policies and programs?  

Visit the Join Us page and complete our application form, the first step to getting involved in your community.