Albertans across the province are encouraged to apply for new advisory council positions to improve healthcare in their communities
In November 2023, the Government of Alberta announced plans to restructure Alberta’s healthcare system. Alberta Health has committed to ensuring that local voices are directly contributing to better healthcare outcomes in their communities by creating twelve regional advisory councils and one Indigenous advisory council.
Members of the regional councils will represent a wide range of lived and professional experiences, and include everyday Albertans receiving healthcare services, as well as healthcare workers, community leaders, and municipal representatives. Members of these councils will directly advise Alberta’s government and the new primary care, acute care, continuing care, and mental health and addiction organizations on clinical, capital, and workforce planning in their regions. Each regional advisory council will consist of a maximum of 16 members.
In addition to amplifying the voices of Indigenous communities and suggesting how to improve healthcare for First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, the Indigenous advisory council will inform the design and delivery of culturally appropriate healthcare programs and service delivery. It will also explore opportunities to integrate and embed traditional Indigenous healing practices and teachings within Alberta’s healthcare delivery system. This advisory council will consist of a maximum of twenty-two members.
Individuals interested in joining a regional advisory council or the Indigenous advisory council can apply online. Applications that are submitted by April 30 will be considered for appointment this spring.
Kallie Wischoff
Policy Advisor
855.319.2245
kallie@RMAlberta.com
Wyatt Skovron
General Manager of Policy & Advocacy
780.955.4096
wyatt@RMAlberta.com