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This pamphlet on creating culturally safe engagements was created from the voices of Indigenous (First Nations, Métis and Inuit) patient partners. We hosted an event centred around “What Matters to You in Indigenous Culturally Safe Patient Engagements?”, where we heard from Indigenous patient partners about what makes them feel comfortable…

Health care partners are gradually returning to their offices as COVID-19 restrictions start to relax. Some meetings will shift to a hybrid model which means there’s a mix of both in-person and virtual attendees. Meaningful engagement can happen with a hybrid model. We hope that these tips for patient partners…

Ensuring the voices of all in British Columbia are heard takes a willingness to recognize the barriers to health care services and a strong resolve to reduce them. It’s through this self-reflection that health care has the potential to improve for everyone. This document is designed to highlight the importance…

Creating a great partnership means making sure both the health care team and patient partners feel comfortable with moving forward together. For some opportunities, you may have a shortlist of patient partners, and it may be appropriate to host an informal discussion to ensure that they will be a good…

Patient Voices Network uses the Zoom online platform for all orientations, education, and training. We have put together this handy guide to help prepare you to participate. If you have any further questions about using Zoom for PVN related activities, please contact pvn@bcpsqc.ca or 1.877.282.1919. Download the tips…

Including patient partners in your work can provide a unique perspective to any decisions being made. Please use this checklist to help you think about what you need before moving forward. These supports help ensure patient partners are prepared and supported to participate in a meaningful way. Download…

Welcome to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) – Patient Partners! As we continue to support what you need to be confident as a PVN member, we will continue to add to these. If you do not find the answer to your question here, we encourage you to contact by telephone at…

We encourage you to get together with your team and use this checklist to have a discussion around whether or not you’re ready to engage patients. If you are unable to check off every item on the checklist, it might be time to reach out to your local Engagement…

This simple one-pager provides recommendations about transitioning working together from an in-person to a virtual environment. These guidelines include some helpful questions and encouragement to talk together about what works best for you. Download the Guide…

In the spirit of resilience, the Canadian Mental Health Association’s BC Division is proudly offering expanded supports during the COVID-19 pandemic crisis with funding from the provincial government. Participants in this session were: Introduced to innovative new supports and resources for health care workers and the public Taking…