Central Coast Regional District at a Glance
A snapshot of nearby Vancouver Coastal Health services, programs and facilities.
The following information provides a snapshot of some of the health services available within or near your community, but depending on their health needs, your constituents have access to a broader continuum of specialty resources and health care professionals located throughout VCH.
Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) is responsible for providing health care services to the people and communities we serve, which include Vancouver, Richmond, the North Shore, Sea to Sky, Sunshine Coast, Powell River, Bella Bella and Bella Coola. VCH cares for patients referred from other health authorities and provides 46 per cent of all inpatient specialized care for the entire province and works in partnership with Providence Health Care in Vancouver.
Resources near you
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Bella Coola General Hospital
Bella Coola General Hospital is a 15-bed facility providing acute, residential and emergency care, as well as diagnostic imaging, telehealth, and visiting physiotherapy services.
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ƛ̓uxválásu̓ilas Heiltsuk Hospital
ƛ̓uxválásu̓ilas (pronounced kwil-valas-iwaylas) Heiltsuk Hospital is an acute, continuing care and emergency medical facility that has 6 acute beds, 7 continuing care beds and a 3-bed emergency department open 24/7.
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Lions Gate Hospital
Lions Gate Hospital is a 247-bed hospital serving the North Shore and providing specialty services to Sea to Sky, Sunshine Coast, Powell River, Bella Coola and Bella Bella. It is a recognized trauma centre and one of five neurosurgery centres in B.C. There is an active elective orthopedic and orthopedic trauma service receives referrals from the areas listed above. The hospital provides full maternity and pediatric services; eight surgical operating rooms in addition to four unique procedure rooms for local, cataract and basic fluoroscopy supporting procedures. This specialized acute-care centre also has a variety of diagnostic services including one of the most clinically advanced MRI scanners in Canada.
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Emergency Department Wait Times
Provides emergency department wait times for the Vancouver, Richmond and North Shore emergency departments, as well as the Urgent and Primary Care Centres. Please call 911 or go directly to your nearest emergency department if you are in need of serious medical attention including experiencing chest pain, severe bleeding or stroke symptoms.
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Indigenous Patient Navigators
Vancouver Coastal Health has Indigenous Patient Navigators that provide direct patient and family support, including access to Elders, traditional ceremonies, and traditional healing practices, as well as support and education to health-care team members caring for Indigenous patients.
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Bella Bella Medical Clinic
Services include general checkups, chronic disease management, reproductive and sexual health, disease prevention, mental health and wellness, and children's health.
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Bella Coola Medical Clinic
Services include general checkups, chronic disease management, reproductive and sexual health, disease prevention, mental health and wellness, and children's health.
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Bella Coola Public Health Unit
Public health services include immunizations, pediatric and nursing support services, vision services and nutrition support.
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Hailika’as Heilstuk Health Centre Society
Hailika’as Heilstuk Health Centre Society (HHHCS) is operated by the Heiltsuk people and provides programs and services that are rooted in Heiltsuk values. Programs and services include telehealth, patient transportation, home and community care, community wellness and healthy family programs, and more.
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Nuxalk Nation Health Department
The Nuxalk Nation Health Department provides its members with community-based healthcare services grounded in Nuxalk culture and tradition. Programs and services include dental services, FNHA nursing services, patient travel program, home and community care, and more.
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Bella Coola Community Health General Reception
Access information about home and community health care services such as home-based nursing, community rehabilitation, case management, home support, residential care and more.
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Bella Bella Community Health General Reception
Access information about home and community health care services such as home-based nursing, community rehabilitation, case management, home support, residential care and more.
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Bella Coola Mental Health and Substance Use Intake Services
Services offered include crisis intervention, adult and youth mental health assessment and treatment, addictions services, and community psychiatric services. Access mental health and substance use intake services and assessments by emailing the team.
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Bella Bella Mental Health and Substance Use Intake Services
Services offered include crisis intervention, adult and youth mental health assessment and treatment, addictions services, and community psychiatric services. Access mental health and substance use intake services and assessments by emailing the team.
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HealthLink BC
To quickly access non-emergency health information via the provincial resource, HealthLink BC, dial 8-1-1 or visit www.HealthLinkBC.ca. Translation services are available in more than 130 languages on request.
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Patient Care Quality Office
Patients who have a complaint that remains unresolved after discussion with care providers, may contact the VCH Patient Care Quality Office. Office hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. Contact: 1-877-993-9199 or pcqo@vch.ca
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