We are excited to share the RCCbc 2023 Annual Report, highlighting the collective efforts and meaningful milestones we achieved together last year. Our work in 2023 focused on fostering relationships, facilitating crucial discussions on rural health, and coordinating innovative projects that have significantly impacted rural care delivery in British Columbia.

Here are a few highlights from our journey:

Supporting Rural Healthcare

• 13,000 Real Time Virtual Support (RTVS) Calls and Messages: These provided crucial support to health teams across rural BC, ensuring timely assistance and expertise where it was needed most.

Engaging Communities

• 30 Rural Sites and Communities Visited: Our teams ensured continuous feedback and connection with local communities, strengthening our understanding and responsiveness to their needs.

Promoting Learning

• Four Point of Care Ultrasound (POCUS) Electives and 24 Research Presentations: These initiatives enriched the professional growth of rural healthcare providers, enhancing their skills and knowledge.

Enhancing Collaboration

• 100 Providers Adopted a Personal Health Record: This innovation represented 5,000 patients and improved care continuity, fostering better patient outcomes.

Building Leadership

• 152 Participants Completed Compassionate Leadership Training: This programme fostered a supportive and resilient healthcare environment, empowering leaders to navigate challenges with empathy and strength.

Our commitment to Truth and Reconciliation has deepened through meaningful engagement with Indigenous communities, aiming to close healthcare gaps and deliver respectful, culturally safe, and effective services.

These accomplishments are a testament to the dedication and collaboration of our partners. Your invaluable support has been integral to this progress, and we are truly grateful.

We invite you to explore these highlights and more by reading the full report. Click the link below to delve into the detailed insights and stories that reflect our shared vision and ongoing efforts to improve rural healthcare across British Columbia.