• April 2025 Newsletter

    State of BC Health r1 BC Health

    Your April 2025 monthly update from the
    BC Health Coalition

    ANALYSIS

    Impact of the 2025 Canadian Federal Election on Public Health Care

    The results of Canada’s 2025 federal election are expected to have profound consequences for the country’s public health care system. F or

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  • Celebrating YOU on Earth Day

    Wilderness Committee r1 Protect the planet, empower the future. ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ­­ Having trouble seeing this email? Click here

    You make Earth Day matter


    Dear Paov,

    As Earth Day turns 55 and the Wilderness Committee celebrates 45 years of bold action, we want to celebrate people like you who take action to make

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  • Open Letter Calls on BC Government to Fully Bring LifeLabs into the Public System

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    Open Letter Calls on BC Government to Fully Bring LifeLabs into the Public System

    April 16, 2025

    This morning, we issued an open letter calling on the provincial government to end its contract with U.S.-owned Quest Diagnostics, which now controls LifeLabs—B.C.’s primary provider of outpatient laboratory services.

    “We

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  • Reminder: LifeLabs solidarity Event Tomorrow!

    NationBuilder r1

    Hi again Paov --

    The public is outraged about the American takeover of LifeLabs, resulting in hundreds of millions of our public health care dollars ending up south of the border.

    Please join us to support LifeLabs workers, who have been without a contract for a year!

    RSVP

    We’re

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  • Solidarity! Lifelabs Victoria Action April 16

    NationBuilder r1

    Hello Paov,

    When we get sick, doctors rely on the results of diagnostics tests to prescribe treatment. And in B.C., the majority of that testing is done by LifeLabs.

    Quest, a U.S.-based corporation, took over the vast majority of diagnostics testing in B.C. by purchasing LifeLabs in August,

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  • LifeLab stories?

    NationBuilder r1

    Hi Paov

    Since August 2024, LifeLabs—B.C.’s primary diagnostic testing provider—has been under the control of Quest Diagnostics, a U.S.-based corporation. This shift has prioritized corporate profits over patient care and working conditions, with real consequences for both workers and patients.

    Reports of worsening services are growing. Patients are

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  • Solidarity! Lifelabs Victoria Action April 16

    NationBuilder r1

    Hi Paov ,

    It was wonderful to get to know those of you who could join our organizing call this morning! The group shared knowledge and concerns about our health care system, and discussed the dire situation for LifeLabs workers, who need our support.

    The LifeLabs Solidarity event in

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  • Rescheduled: BC Health Coalition Victoria Regional Meeting

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    Hello again Paov !

    My apologies to all who RSVP'ed for our call today! I made an error and as such you did not receive the correct zoom link.

    I hope you can meet tomorrow instead, same time?

    Here's the link to our planning meeting, tomorrow, Wednesday April 9

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  • BC Health Coalition: LifeLabs needs our support

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    Hi Paov,

    My name is Cheryl Cameron, the Lead Organizer at the Coalition. If we have not yet had a chance to meet, I really hope you'll join us on a call next week so we can get acquainted!

    We're working to engage people on issues affecting public

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  • Check out the latest episode of Whateve

    Wilderness Committee r1 Dig into mining in parks in Manitoba with Wilderness and Water Campaigner Eric Reder. ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ­­ View in Browser

    Let's dig into park mining in Manitoba

    Hi Paov,

    Did you know some provincial parks in Manitoba are not protected from mining? It seems inconceivable that beloved parks are open

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  • March 2025 Newsletter

    State of BC Health r1 BC Health

    Your March 2025 monthly update from the
    BC Health Coalition

    ACTIONS & EVENTS

    ACTION ALERT: U.S. Takeover of BC Healthcare Services – Solidarity with LifeLabs Workers

    200 people at rally in solidarity with LifeLabs Workers

    The BC Health Coalition (BCHC) is raising the alarm after a

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  • Why Pharmacare is good for BC

    NationBuilder r1

    Hi Paov


    Last week, my colleague at the BC Health Coalition stood side by side with the Minister of Health to announce that British Columbia has signed on to the historic Pharmacare agreement.

    BC Health Coalition staff Ayendri Riddell speaking alongside Minister of Health Josie Osborne at the

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  • Breaking: BC signs Pharmacare agreement

    NationBuilder r1

    Hi Paov

    Great news—British Columbia has just signed onto the new national Pharmacare plan! This is a huge win for patients and public health care, bringing us one step closer to ensuring everyone can access life-saving medications, no matter their income.

    The BC Health Coalition has been fighting

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  • Tune into the latest episode of Whateve

    Wilderness Committee r1 Check out the GIS and mapping process behind our hard-hitting campaigns. ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ­­ View in Browser

    The maps behind our hard-hitting campaigns

    Hi Paov,

    Last year, we shared many episodes of Whatever’s Wild — our video series hosted by Campaign Assistant Cedar George-Parker . These episodes featured compelling conversations with our

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  • B.C. government backsliding on environment

    Wilderness Committee r1 With the legislature back in session, will the BC NDP double-down on reckless extractivism? ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ­­ View in Browser Photos: David Eby (BCNDP, CC by 2.0); Forest fire in B.C. (Chris Harris)

    Government replaces past promises with reckless extractivism

    Hi Paov,

    After being on hiatus since last spring, the

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  • Feb. 2025 Newsletter

    State of BC Health r1 BC Health

    Your February 2025 monthly update from the
    BC Health Coalition

    ANALYSIS

    Brian Day loses big again

    On January 27, the BC Supreme Court clarified that Cambie Surgeries, a for-profit surgical clinic, was financially motivated in launching a case against public health care.

    Here is

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  • Say No Way to Bridal Veil Mountain Resort!

    Wilderness Committee r1 Spotted owls don’t need a ski resort to recover, they just need protected habitat. Please join me today and tell the government NO WAY to this proposal. ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ­­ View in Browser Photo: Northern spotted owl (Jared Hobbs)

    Speak up for the spotted owl

    Hi Paov,

    The diminutive, endangered

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  • Meet our new Lead Organizer: Cheryl Cameron

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    Hello Paov,

    The BC Health Coalition wants to introduce you to our newest staff member, Cheryl Cameron.

    With ten years of experience in community organizing, campaigning and strategic direction, Cheryl is thrilled to join the BCHC team. Together with our staff team she’s ready to pull out all

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  • Spotted Owl Forest Revival

    Wilderness Committee r1 Our latest issue talks about the Spotted Owl Recovery Strategy, its challenges and the steps needed to drive meaningful action. ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ­­ View in Browser

    Let's protect the spotted owl's future!

    Hi Paov,

    You and I know the spotted owl has been through a lot. Its population in Canada

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  • For-profit surgical clinic is finally being forced to pay for its case against public health care

    NationBuilder r1

    If Cambie Surgeries had been successful in its case against public health care it would have allowed US private insurance companies to compete with and transform Canada’s public health care system

    On Monday January 27, the BC Supreme Court clarified that Cambie Surgeries, a for-profit surgical clinic, was

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