HiH will be sharing our strategy with you shortly regarding:

Provincial advocacy focus: STR exemption and umbrella approach to equitable access to healthcare.

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Federally, to enforce the Canada Health Act.

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Emerging research shows significant system‑wide savings—and measurable patient benefit—when healthcare systems provide appropriate accommodation for traveling patients and ensure timely access to care. Studies consistently demonstrate that reducing travel‑related barriers leads to earlier treatment, fewer complications, shorter hospital stays, and lower overall costs to the health system. Investing in lodging and travel support is not an added expense; it is a proven strategy for improving outcomes and strengthening equitable access across British Columbia.