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
Links & Resources
First Nations Health Authority
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
News/Updates
Kitsumkalum Update – Vaccine and Provincial Health Orders
Kitsumkalum is still following the Provincial Health Orders set out by BC Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry. Vaccinations for the province started in December with the Phase 1 high-risk population and is now in Phase 2 with the 90+ seniors and Indigenous...
COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics for Terrace and Area
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Not Just Naloxone – Talking About Substance Use in Indigenous Communities – For Youth
https://kitsumkalum.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/NJN-for-Youth.pdf
Not Just Naloxone – Talking About Substance Use in Indigenous Communities – Training for Elders
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Mental Health Supports
A message from our team, if anyone is feeling alone, remember to reach out for support, and although distancing is in place, there are now, more than ever, online and call centres available 24/7. Along with online Doctor’s there’s therapists who can help with many...
COVID-19 – Continue to do your part
There are still people in isolation in the community due to COVID-19. Please continue to do your part in taking precautions: Wash your hands Social distance No social gatherings - stay within your household Wear a mask in all public places No non-essential...
You Are Not Alone – Numbers to Call
You are not alone. If you’re having a tough day or going through a difficult situation please reach out to any of these numbers where someone is ready to help you through: Kuu-us Crisis Line Society (24/7) 1-800-588-8717 Native Youth Crisis Hotline 1-800-784-2433...
Kitsumkalum Food Pantry Twice a Month at Kitsumkalum Health
Kitsumkalum Food Pantry twice a month at Kitsumkalum Health Centre.
COVID-19 Vaccine Update – Kitsumkalum Health JAN 19th
COVID-19 Vaccine Kitsumkalum Health Centre is working with First Nations Health Authority, who are working with the Provincial Health Authority on the roll out of the COVID-19 Vaccine. There is a roll out plan and guidelines that we are following. The number of...
Kitsumkalum Health Centre COVID-19 Update – Jan. 15, 2021
January 15, 2021 Re: Kitsumkalum Health Centre COVID-19 Update The Kitsumkalum Health Centre would like to report there are now 2 active COVID-19 cases within Kitsumkalum community. All residents are urged to continue to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 by...
Health Warnings & Events
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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