The Government of British Columbia has appointed Colleen Nyce, current interim chair, as board chair for Northern Health and Frank Everitt as a board member.

“Nyce and Everitt have been instrumental in providing leadership to their communities for many years and now they will lend their expertise to Northern Health’s board,” said Health Minister Adrian Dix. “Their previous experience will help them play a key role in contributing to a strong public health-care system to benefit residents of northern British Columbia.”

From the ranks of corporate work, and labour and social development, Northern Health benefits greatly from the accomplishments of both appointees. “The values held by our newest members will help showcase the North as an attractive choice for families, doctors and students to live, work and study,” added Dix.

A health authority board of directors helps ensure that British Columbians receive the best possible care in an efficient, well-managed public health-care system. Boards are responsible for the governance and management of health services in the province. They work with health authority leadership to establish the organization’s overall vision and ensure there is appropriate community consultation. Boards also regularly review the organization's long-term plans, look at significant issues affecting the organization and evaluate results.

Dix thanks previous Northern Health board member Pat Bell for his service.

A backgrounder follows.