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Our Vision is High-Quality & Sustainable Health Care, Every Day, Every Time, for Everyone in BC. Collection notice: https://hqbc.ca/smcn

Our work leads to better health care for British Columbians. Using evidence-informed strategies, we advance person- and family-centred care, shift culture and improve clinical practice to support high-quality care for every person in our province. Collection notice: http://ow.ly/nUPY50BifZV

04/02/2026

A big congratulations to our newest Quality Academy grads.

Their hard work, learning and dedication to improvement are helping build better care across the province.

04/01/2026

Applications for the Clinician Fellowship in Health Care Quality are opening soon.

If you’re a physician or nurse practitioner passionate about improving health care quality, join one of our upcoming virtual information sessions to learn more about the program and application process.

Learn more and sign up for an information session: https://hqbc.ca/48ouFzY

03/31/2026

Missed the BC Quality Awards Webinar Series?

You can now watch the recordings and learn from award-winning teams, with real examples of work that is improving the quality of care for patients, families and care teams.

Watch the recordings: https://hqbc.ca/4tQtd2K

03/27/2026

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Subscribe to our newsletter for practical resources, learning opportunities, event updates and the latest HQBC news delivered to your inbox.

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03/25/2026

How will patient partners be involved in your work?

The IAP2 Spectrum of Public Participation helps teams define levels of participation. It’s a practical tool for setting clear expectations and supporting transparency, consistency and shared understanding from the start.

Whether you’re planning a new engagement opportunity or refining an existing one, this resource can help.

Download the tool today: https://hqbc.ca/4tctSdC

03/23/2026

Starting tomorrow: the BC Quality Awards Webinar Series.

Join us to hear from award-winning speakers as they share the approaches, insights and lessons behind their improvement work.

Learn more and register for one, two or all three sessions: https://hqbc.ca/4tQtd2K

03/20/2026

Tomorrow, on the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, we encourage everyone to learn more about the ongoing impacts of racism and discrimination, including in health care.

Indigenous Peoples, racialized communities and religious minorities continue to face systemic barriers and inequities that affect safety, access and outcomes.

At HQBC, we remain committed to addressing racism in BC’s health system and advancing culturally safe, high-quality care for all.

Learn more about the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination:
https://hqbc.ca/4sGAWid

03/19/2026

The way we communicate affects how we work together.

Our Communication Style Self-Assessment can help you identify your natural style, better understand others and build stronger communication skills. Get to know the four styles, Eagle, Owl, Penguin and Peacock, and discover practical ways to connect with each one.

Take the assessment today: https://hqbc.ca/4usbBud

03/18/2026

When health care providers listen to and work with patients, families and caregivers, programs, service delivery and policy can be improved by their firsthand knowledge, insight and experience.

Our Guide to Authentic Patient Engagement offers practical support for teams looking to build meaningful partnerships and strengthen health care improvement efforts.

Learn more and download the guide: https://hqbc.ca/4sIbOaQ

03/17/2026

Next week, hear from teams behind award-winning work improving care across BC.

The BC Quality Awards Webinar Series includes three sessions focused on community-based approaches, clinical care delivery and patient quality in hospitals.

Register for one, two or all three sessions here: https://hqbc.ca/4tQtd2K

03/16/2026

Some ideas stay with us.

We’re looking back at past Quality Forum plenary presentations that continue to spark reflection and conversation.

In this featured talk, Kris Vanhaecht explores the “House of Trust” as a powerful framework for advancing quality in health care and leadership.

Watch the plenary presentation https://hqbc.ca/4utUSqq

03/12/2026

Join us for one, two or all three webinars and hear from speakers from BC Emergency Health Services, Island Health, NOHS - North Okanagan Hospice Society, Northern Health, Provincial Health Services Authority - PHSA and Vancouver Coastal Health.

This three-part BC Quality Awards Webinar Series features the teams behind BC’s 16th Annual Quality Award-winning initiatives, sharing improvement work from community, clinical and hospital settings across BC.

Learn more and register here: https://hqbc.ca/4tQtd2K

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