Overview
HealthLink BC provides reliable non-emergency health information and advice in British Columbia. Information and advice is available by telephone, our website, a mobile app and a collection of print resources.
Through our programs and services, you can get the information you need to make decisions for yourself and those you care for. With our website and telephone service, information is available wherever you want it, any time of the day or night, every day of the year.
Our products and services
HealthLink BC brought together some of British Columbia's most trusted and recognized health information services.
8-1-1
You may call HealthLinkBC at 8-1-1 toll-free in B.C., or for the deaf and the hard of hearing, contact us using Video Relay Services (VRS) or Teletypewriter Relay Services (TTY).
The Video Relay Services (VRS) provides sign language interpretation. It is free for registered deaf, hard of hearing or speech-impaired Canadians who use sign language. VRS is available when making telephone calls using Internet and cell-phone technology.
Visit Video Relay Services to sign up and give them the number 604-215-5101 to call us.
To access TTY, dial 7-1-1. A TTY relay service call allows a person with a hearing or speech disability to reach a relay operator who facilitates a call with 8-1-1.
You will be connected with an English speaking health service navigator, who can provide health and health service information and connect you with:
- Dietitian Services: speak to a registered dietitian from 9am to 5pm Pacific Time, Monday to Friday
- Nursing Services: speak to a registered nurse any time, every day of the year for non-emergency, confidential health education and advice
- Pharmacist Services: speak to a pharmacist from 5pm to 9am Pacific Time every day of the year
- Physical Activity Services: speak to a qualified exercise professional from 9am to 5pm Pacific Time, Monday to Friday
Translation services are available in more than 130 languages. For service in another language, say the language you want (for example say “Punjabi”), and an interpreter will join the call.
Our website
This website (www.HealthLinkBC.ca) provides medically-approved information on more than 5,000 health topics and symptoms. It includes interactive health tools and tips for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Our website is optimized for many different types of devices. You can access health information from your smartphone, tablet, laptop or desktop computer.
Learn more about the HealthLink BC website
BC Health Service Locator App
Our app helps you find walk in clinics, hospitals, emergency rooms, Urgent and Primary Care Centres, immunization locations, pharmacies and laboratory services near you. You can search for health services by city or keyword.
Learn more about the BC Health Service Locator App
HealthLinkBC Directory
The HealthLinkBC Directory lists health and health-related services provided by the provincial government, provincial health authorities and non-profit agencies across the province.
You can search for walk-in clinics, emergency rooms, hospitals, mental health programs, home care programs, pharmacy services, laboratory services and so much more.
Visit the HealthLinkBC Directory to find health services
HealthLinkBC Files
The HealthLinkBC Files are easy-to-read fact sheets about public health and safety topics. The files are available on our website and in print at local public health units. Many HealthLinkBC Files are available in English and translated into Chinese, Farsi, French, Korean, Punjabi, Spanish and Vietnamese.
Learn more about our HealthLinkBC Files
Print and other resources
You can order guidebooks and resources, including the Healthy Eating for Seniors Guide, the Move for Life DVD and guides on reducing sodium and sugary drinks. You can also order HealthLinkBC brochures, posters and magnets. If you would like more information about HealthLink BC please contact us at healthlinkbc@gov.bc.ca.
To order, visit our Resource Order Form page
