Vision, Purpose & Values

You are looking for an organization with a strong sense of purpose and shared values. At Island Health, our vision, purpose and values were created from the shared core beliefs of our employees, medical staff, volunteers and Board of Directors and are the guiding principles that we use to provide the highest quality health care services to the populations that we serve.

People are our greatest strength, and the bonds our teammates and leaders share are what keeps us motivated and thriving. This is how we deliver the empathetic care our patients deserve, with respect, courage to always do the right thing, care for ourselves and each other, and the undeterred aspiration to constantly reach the highest degrees of quality and safety.

Our Vision

Excellent health and care for everyone, everywhere, every time.

Our Purpose

To provide superior health care through innovation, teaching and research and a commitment to quality and safety – creating healthier, stronger communities and a better quality of life for those we touch.

Our Values

We believe that our values guide our actions and relationships, shaping how we make decisions and plan for the future. Our C.A.R.E. values are:

  1. Courage

    To do the right thing – to change, innovate and grow.

  2. Aspire

    To the highest degree of quality and safety.

  3. Respect

    To value each individual and bring trust to every relationship.

  4. Empathy

    To give the kind of care we would want for our loved ones.

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Territorial Acknowledgement

Island Health occupies the traditional territories of the Coast Salish, Kwakwaka’wakw, and Nuu-chah-nulth First Nations who have lived here since time immemorial and who continue to hold rights and titles on these lands. Island Health acknowledges and recognizes these homelands and the stewardship of Indigenous peoples of this land.

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