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BC Health authorities issue statement on racism allegations

Northern Health’s President and CEO Cathy Ulrich was among the list of presidents from each Health Authority in British Columbia who issued a joint statement addressing the allegations of racism in the healthcare system.

The racist conduct alleged to have occurred has drawn criticism.

“We were recently made aware of a report of an unacceptable, racist practice that may be occurring in emergency departments in B.C. If true, this activity would be evidence of systemic racism and discrimination, underscoring the significant health disparities Indigenous people in our province experience,” the statement read.

“We fully support the provincial investigation Minister Adrian Dix announced today and are committed to working with the Ministry of Health and Mary Ellen Turpel-Lafond on this issue,” it concluded.

An investigation into the racist conduct has been launched.

The full statement can be read online.

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Justin Madu
Justin Madu
Justin is an anchor and reporter with MyPGNow. Born in Kelowna, he has lived in Prince George for over fifteen years. He is a graduate of the UNBC English BA program.

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