Health Centre
Kitsumkalum Health strives to improve the health & wellness of Kitsumkalum membership
Health care programs are funded by First Nations Health Authority (FNHA), and long-term care services are funded by Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada (INAC). Funding for other programs and services comes from grants.
Programs & Services offered
Non-Insured Health Benefits: Medical Patient Transportation
Providing local and out of town transportation to eligible First Nations.
Kitsumkalum Health Centre provides public transportation for community members to attend medical appointments.
Kitsumkalum Health Centre administers the Medical Transportation Program for First Nations Health Authority.
This Program is administered according to Health Benefits guidelines.
For more information call Kitsumkalum Health:
Toll Free: 1-844-869-5993 | Phone: 250-635-6172
Prince Rupert Patient Travel: 1-888-624-5504 | Fax: 250-622-2893
What do kinesiologists do?
Evaluate Movement: Observe and assess how people move to identify concerns.
Improve Strength, Mobility, and Daily Function: Develop individualized plans for fitness, rehabilitation, or performance.
Support Healthy Aging and Independence: Assist with recovery from injuries or surgical procedures.
Manage Long-Term Health Conditions: Use exercise and movement to support chronic conditions.
Enhance Performance: Improve movement efficiency in sports or the workplace.
Reduce Injury Risk Through Safe Movement Education: Educate on wellness, nutrition, and healthy lifestyle habits.
Links:
Kitsumkalum Kinesiology Program
Kitsumkalum Adult Physical Activity Nutrition Health Survey (2026-1-12)
For more information call Kitsumkalum Health:
Toll Free: 1-844-869-5993 | Phone: 250-635-6172 | reception@kitsumkalum.bc.ca
First Nations Action Support Team (FAST)
What is FAST?
FAST -The First Nation Action & Support Team (FAST) program was administered by Gitxsan Health Society to service the communities of Kispiox, Sik-e-dakh, Gitanmaax, Gitsegukla, Gitwangak, Gitanyow, Haisla, Hagwilget, Moricetown, Kitsumkalum, Kitselas, and Gitxaala.
What you can expect from FAST:
- Follow-up contact if you have been to the hospital with suicidal thoughts or actions
- To provide support and/or assist with finding resources to ensure assistance for anyone who has been affected by the loss of a loved one through suicide
- Referral services to community programs and services
- Set up and Co-ordinate Grief & Loss community Workshops
- Set up and facilitate Through the Pain community Workshops
“Embracing life through suicide awareness and community empowerment.”
For more information call Kitsumkalum Health:
Toll Free: 1-844-869-5993 | Phone: 250-635-6172 | Email reception@kitsumkalum.com or west@fastoutreach.ca
Links & Resources
First Nations Health Authority (FNHA)
http://www.fnha.ca
Health Canada – First Nations Inuit Health
http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/fniah-spnia/index-eng.php
Ministry of Health Services
http://www.health.gov.bc.ca/aboriginal/index.html
BC Centre for Disease Control
http://www.bccdc.ca/default.htm
BC Drug & Poison Information Centre
http://dpic.org
College of Physicians & Surgeons of BC – Find A Physician Accepting New Patients
http://www.cpsbc.ca/find-a-family-physician
Health Canada – Diabetes
http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/fniah-spnia/diseases-maladies/diabete/index-eng.php
Health Canada – Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB)
http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/fniah-spnia/nihb-ssna/index-eng.php
Health Link BC – Non-emergency Health Information & Services
http://www.healthlinkbc.ca
Kxeen Community Services Society – Medical Patient Travel
https://pracss.ca/patient-travel/
News/Updates
Kitsumkalum Health Centre – Event
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Kitsumkalum Health Centre – Event
Walking Group May 4, 2026Mondays & Tuesdays12:30PM-1:30PMMeet at Kitsumkalum Health Centre Kitsumkalum Health Centre, Walking Grp - 4-21-26Download
Northern Health – Toxic Drug Alert
Toxic Drug Alert Prince George, BC Northern Health and First Nations Health Authority have issued a Toxic Drug Alert for Prince George. The substance is being sold as “down” and is pink with white flecks, looking orange when crushed. This substance is highly toxic,...
Kitsumkalum Health Centre – Event
Kitsumkalum Brotherhood for Men's Wellness - Dudes Club Gathering Welcoming brothers from the community to visit and share a meal We will be discussing July’s large men’s gathering with men’s groups from all over the province. This will be 4 day gathering with daily...
Kitsumkalum Emergency Services – Notice Update
UPDATE - Power Outage (2026.3.16) Emergency Warming Centre Opened Due to the current weather and power outage affecting the community, the Kitsumkalum Community Hall is now open as an Emergency Warming Centre for members in need of a warm and safe place. Open:...
Kitsumkalum Emergency Services – Notice Update
Update – Power Outage As of 11:39 AM on March 16, 2026, the BC Hydro Duty Officer reports that a crew is expected to arrive on scene at approximately 12:33 PM to assess the damage. An update and estimated timeline for power restoration will be...
Kitsumkalum Emergency Services – Notice
Power Outage (2026.3.16) Ama Sah, Kitsumkalum, Kitsumkalum Emergency Services are aware of the power outage affecting multiple homes and are working with BC Hydro to resolve the issue. Kitsumkalum First Nations Health Centre will be reaching out to vulnerable...
Kitsumkalum Health Centre – Event
Youth Health Fun Night 3.0 March 12, 2026Thursday4:00 PM to 7:00 PMAt Kitsumkalum Hall
Kitsumkalum Health Centre – Announcement
Kitsumkalum Health is pleased to introduce Barbara Zampini, our new FAST Mentor! What is FAST? FAST -The First Nation Action & Support Team (FAST) program was administered by Gitxsan Health Society to service the communities of Kispiox, Sik-e-dakh, Gitanmaax, ...
Kitsumkalum Health Centre – Event
Kitsumkalum Brotherhood for Men's Wellness Dudes Club Gathering for Men's Wellness February 15, 2026SundayAt Kitsumkalum Health Centre4:00 PMPizza for dinner Welcoming brothers from the community to visit and have a good meal. Making beads out of devil's club that was...
Health Warnings & Events
Northern Health – Toxic Drug Alert
Toxic Drug Alert Prince George, BC Northern Health and First Nations Health Authority have issued a Toxic Drug Alert for Prince George. The substance is being sold as “down” and is pink with white flecks, looking orange when crushed. This substance is highly toxic,...
Kitsumkalum Health Centre – Advisory
Overdose AdvisoryIssued for Prince George, BCFor Immediate ReleaseSeptember 17, 2025 There has been an increase in overdose events in the community of Prince George with peoplereporting heavy and prolonged sedation and requiring more naloxone to reverse. Overdoses...
Kitsumkalum Administration – Information Sharing
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What to Know About ‘Tranq,’ the Animal Sedative Infiltrating Street Drugs: Xylazine
Public health officials are warning about xylazine, also known as “tranq” or “tranq dope,” an animal sedative that's infiltrating the nation’s illicit drug supply in substances such as heroin and fentanyl. Andrew Lichtenstein / Corbis via Getty Images An animal...
Resources During Heat Wave – Kitsumkalum EM Update
Hello Kitsumkalum, As we have entered a warmer period, I want to encourage you to be mindful of not only your own well-being, but also the well-being of those around you. If you notice someone has not left home or has been unusually quiet, don’t hesitate to reach out...
Kitsumkalum Hall is Closed to Events
Kitsumkalum Community Hall is closed to events until further notice. Kitsumkalum is following Provincial Health Orders that are set in place until February 16th, 2022. Public Healther Orders concerning indoor organized gatherings: Indoor organized gatherings of any...
Public Health Orders Extended to February 16
"Due to the ongoing surge of COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations, current provincial health orders have been extended until February 16. Gyms and fitness centres will gradually be able to reopen with additional safety measures, starting January 20. Let’s continue to...
COVID-19 Cases in Kitsumkalum
COVID-19 Cases in Kitsumkalum There are positive COVID-19 Omicron cases in Kitsumkalum and exposures have occured in some buildings in the community. Kitsumkalum has taken great steps to reduce the case count as much as possible, and continues to do so among all...
Terrace Area COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics
Shoppers Drug Mart on Park Ave250-615-5151Walk ins available for the 1st vaccine and then for the 2nd & booster you will need an invitation Shoppers Drug Mart on Lakelse Ave250-635-7261Make appointments through shoppersdrugmart.ca/covid19 Safeway Pharmacy on...
Northern BC Overdose Alert
Overdose alert There has been an increase in overdose events across the Northern region from substances sold as down. Substances circulating are highly toxic and may be contaminated with benzodiazepines (benzos) causing heavy and prolonged sedation, and requires more...
Contact Info
Kitsumkalum Health Centre
250-635-6172 Fax: 250-635-6182 Toll Free: 1-844-869-5993
Hours
Monday – Friday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Closed 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Terrace Health Unit …………………..250-631-4200
Park Avenue Medical Clinic …………250-615-5040 Fax: 250-638-2342
Mills Memorial Hospital …………….250-635-2211 Fax: 250-635-7639
Prince Rupert Regional Hospital …..250-624-2171 Fax: 250-624-2195
Terrace Aquatic Centre ……………….250-615-3033 Fax: 250-615-3013
Terrace Sportsplex …………………….250-615-3000 Fax: 250-615-3010
Patient Travel
Prince Rupert Patient Travel: 1-888-624-5504 Fax: 250-622-2893
Health Benefits
FNHA Health Benefits: 1-855-550-5454