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Centre for young people with extraordinary health needs takes next step
An innovative new centre for children and youth with complex health-care needs is moving forward with government approval of the project’s business plan.
Sunny Hill to receive $2M funding grant to help support B.C. children
The Ministry of Children and Family Development is granting funds to Sunny Hill Health Centre at BC Children's Hospital to help improve community services for children and youth with support needs.
Are you eligible for a COVID-19 test?
Do you need to be tested for COVID-19? The COVID-19 Collection Centre at our hospital tests eligible patients. Read on to see if you can be tested here.
Emergency department wait times now online in real time
The estimated wait times for the BC Children’s Hospital Emergency Department (ED) are now available online, which can help you decide where to take your child should they require urgent care.
COVID-19 vaccination FAQ for 5-11 year olds
Got questions about getting your 5-11 year old vaccinated for COVID-19? Check out these BCCDC frequently asked questions – answered!
Pay parking is back at BC Children's and BC Women's hospitals
Pay parking is in effect again at BC Children’s Hospital and BC Women’s Hospital + Health Centre as of Friday, March 4, 2022. Read what patients and families need to know.
Safer wellness paths for Indigenous Peoples
On February 26, we are moving to an electronic health records system. As part of our new system, patients will have the option to self-identify as Indigenous. We will use these answers to ensure safer service for Indigenous patients.
Hand hygiene heroes show us how to suds up
A new video campaign shows patients, families and visitors how to do something they’re not doing enough – that’s proper hand washing when visiting us.
Children and the COVID-19 Omicron variant
Omicron has overtaken Delta as the most common variant in BC in recent weeks so what does that mean for children? The BC Children’s Hospital experts examine the most recent mutation and the effect it’s having on children in our province, so far.
Culturally safe care, close to home
Learn how the Compass program is making a difference to Indigenous youth living in remote communities.