First Nations Health Authority (FNHA)

Designs, manages, and funds the delivery of First Nations health programs and services in BC. Services are community-based and focus on health promotion and disease prevention, including primary care services, mental health and addictions, environmental health and research, health infrastructure, and non-insured health benefits. Also works with health care providers to facilitate virtual patient care. Works in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and regional health authorities. Prince Rupert Aboriginal Community Services Society administers the Medical Transportation Program on behalf of FNHA; see that agency's listing. Office hours are 8 am to 5 pm Monday to Friday.