Establish $50M Rural Health Emergency Fund and flexible staffing for ERs

Status

Made

Policy areas

Jurisdiction

British Columbia

Made

Oct 1, 2026

Campaign

2026 British Columbia Provincial Election platform

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Keep rural ERs and maternity wards open, backed by flexible staffing and a $50-million Rural Health Emergency Fund.

Deploy rapid-relief locum doctors, traveling maternity nurses, and financial bonuses to prevent emergency room shutdowns.

Ready to DELIVER - Lorne Doerkson's Plan for a STRONGER BC / 2026 (Page 32) (opens in a new tab) Source

Page 32 (Protect universal care and improve access): Keep rural ERs and maternity wards open, backed by flexible staffing and a $50-million Rural Health Emergency Fund.