Interior Health forms task force to improve emergency services in 100 Mile House

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• exploring a trial of virtual physician support for the emergency department 
• reviewing emergency department scheduling options beyond the current 12-hour shifts, including the possible use of eight-hour shifts, along with the supports and training needed to improve staffing flexibility 
• improving access to same-day primary care in the community 
• increasing physician recruitment efforts, including targeting U.S.-trained physicians 
• expanding the existing health-care landing program in 100 Mile House to support recruitment and retention through housing assistance, relocation support and community integration 

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The 100 Mile emergency department has temporarily closed 17 times in 2026. District officials have been in contact with B.C. Health Minister Josie Osborne over possible solutions to try to put an end to the ER closures. Cariboo-Chilcotin MLA Lorne Doerkson also launched a petition related to the matter in April. 

While the task force’s work is moving forward, Interior Health says staffing shortages remain a challenge, especially during peak vacation periods such as the summer months. 

Interior Health adds that updates will continue to be shared as planning and implementation of the task force’s work progresses.