Legislation supports the B.C. Government in its delivery of health care services to B.C. residents. It serves to protect the health, safety and rights of all British Columbians.
The Public Health Act supports key public health objectives to promote health and prevent disease and injury.
The Medicare Protection Act and the Medical and Health Care Services Regulations govern the provision of British Columbia’s public health care system.
The Health Care Costs Recovery Act allows the Province of British Columbia to recover health care costs related to personal injury claims whether or not a lawsuit has been filed.
The B.C. Public Service acknowledges the territories of First Nations around B.C. and is grateful to carry out our work on these lands. We acknowledge the rights, interests, priorities, and concerns of all Indigenous Peoples - First Nations, Métis, and Inuit - respecting and acknowledging their distinct cultures, histories, rights, laws, and governments.
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