Framework for Health Goals and a Healthy Population in BC
Framework for Health Goals and a Healthy Population in BC
BC's health goals, established in 1998, set out
a vision for a healthy population and a framework for
action for improving the health of British Columbians.
The Provincial Health Officer plays a key role in
promoting and reporting on progress toward achieving
the health goals. This includes a report on policy
and practice (PDF 216K) - and the use of health goals by BC government ministries.
In addition to the health goals, the province has
New Era statements for a vision for a healthier BC.
The Ministry of Health Services and other ministries
have also established related performance indicators
and goals.
Health Goals comparison with New Era Vision Statements
New Era Vision
Statements
Health Goals
Vision Statement 3: A thriving private
sector economy that creates high-paying job opportunities.
Vision Statement 4: Safer streets and schools
in every community.
Goal 1 - Living and Working
Conditions: Positive and supportive working
conditions in all our communities.
Vision Statement 1: A top-notch
education system for students of all ages.
Vision Statement 8: Greater equity and equality
for British Columbia in Canada.
Goal 2 - Individual Capacities, Skills and
Choices: Opportunities for all individuals
to develop and maintain the capacities and skills
needed to thrive and meet life's challenges and
to make choices that enhance health.
Vision Statement 7: A leading-edge forest
industry that is globally recognized for its productivity
and environmental stewardship.
Goal 3 - Physical Environment: A diverse
and sustainable physical environment with clean,
healthy and safe air, water and land.
Vision Statement 2: High-quality public
health-care services that meet all patients' needs
where they live and when they need it.
Goal 4 - Health Services: An effective
and efficient health service system that provides
equitable access to appropriate services.
Vision Statement 5: Better services for
children, families and First Nations.
Goal 5 - Aboriginal Health: Improved health
for Aboriginal peoples.
10-year health strategy: Intensify efforts
to promote wellness and preventive care through
better education, dietary habits and physical activity.
Goal 6 - Disease and Injury Prevention: Reduction
of preventable illness, injuries, disabilities
and premature deaths.
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