Trusted Resources

This page highlights a set of core, trusted health care resources and directories to help you find the right information and support.

Community Pharmacists

BC Pharmacists offer a wide variety of services. In addition to consulting on and dispensing prescriptions, pharmacists can provide immunizations, access to free contraceptives, treat minor ailments and more.

HealthLink BC: 24/7 Health Advice

Call 8-1-1 to speak to a Health Services Navigator who can help you find health information and services, or connect you with a Registered Nurse, a Registered Dietitian, a qualified exercise professional, or a Pharmacist.

KBHCR.ca

KBHCR.ca is the Kootenay Boundary’s central starting point for people without a family doctor. It is where you can sign up for the Health Connect Registry and explore local care options – including KB Access Clinic, screening services and more.

211 BC

A free, 24/7, confidential, and multilingual service that connects people to community, government, and social services.

KB FETCH

FETCH is a searchable directory of health and community services in the Kootenay Boundary. It helps people find local programs, clinics, and community supports close to home.

KB Cultural Safety

Explore directory of health and community resources – filterable by Aboriginal group and available for patients, families in the Kootenay Boundary.

Kootenay Boundary Patient Advisory Committee

The Empowering the Citizen Patient series shares practical information to help community members better understand the health care system, along with tips and resources to support health and navigate care in the Kootenay Boundary.

Kootenay Boundary Division of Family Practice – Patient resources

A collection of helpful links and downloadable tools on a range of health topics

Pathways Medical & Community Service Directory

Online directory that can help you find information about medical clinics and health services in Kootenay Boundary.