BC's health goals, established in 1998, set out
a vision for a healthy population and a framework for
action for improving the health of British Columbians.
The Provincial Health Officer plays a key role in
promoting and reporting on progress toward achieving
the health goals. This includes a report on policy
and practice (PDF 215K
) - and the use of health goals by BC government ministries.
In addition to the health goals, the province has
New Era statements for a vision for a healthier BC.
The Ministry of Health Services and other ministries
have also established related performance indicators
and goals.
New Era Vision
Statements |
Health Goals |
Vision Statement 3: A thriving private
sector economy that creates high-paying job opportunities.
Vision Statement 4: Safer streets and schools
in every community. |
Goal 1 - Living and Working
Conditions: Positive and supportive working
conditions in all our communities. |
Vision Statement 1: A top-notch
education system for students of all ages.
Vision Statement 8: Greater equity and equality
for British Columbia in Canada. |
Goal 2 - Individual Capacities, Skills and
Choices: Opportunities for all individuals
to develop and maintain the capacities and skills
needed to thrive and meet life's challenges and
to make choices that enhance health. |
Vision Statement 7: A leading-edge forest
industry that is globally recognized for its productivity
and environmental stewardship. |
Goal 3 - Physical Environment: A diverse
and sustainable physical environment with clean,
healthy and safe air, water and land. |
Vision Statement 2: High-quality public
health-care services that meet all patients' needs
where they live and when they need it. |
Goal 4 - Health Services: An effective
and efficient health service system that provides
equitable access to appropriate services. |
Vision Statement 5: Better services for
children, families and First Nations. |
Goal 5 - Aboriginal Health: Improved health
for Aboriginal peoples. |
10-year health strategy: Intensify efforts
to promote wellness and preventive care through
better education, dietary habits and physical activity. |
Goal 6 - Disease and Injury Prevention: Reduction
of preventable illness, injuries, disabilities
and premature deaths. |
