The First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) and Lheidli T’enneh First Nation held a ceremony Thursday to bless new office space on reserve for FNHA staff.
The 12-person, 1200-foot office will host provincial and regional staff on a full-time and part-time basis. It is also a double-wide trailer that can be moved to a different location if necessary.
It will also provide needed office space for FNHA staff as the downtown facilities are at capacity.
“Our goal is to be situated on First Nations lands wherever possible to keep us connected to the challenges our people face and the solutions they need from us,” said Julie Morrison, FNHA region vice-president for operations.
“When the FNHA says they are growing, that’s good news!” added Lheildi T’enneh Chief Dolleen Logan.
The office is opposite the community’s new health centre, which will help build relationships to support Indigenous healing journeys.
FNHA staff and community members will also benefit from a fire pit next to the river, which will make a nice change from meetings inside and provide opportunities for getting out on the land and healing.
