British Columbia Healthcare Industry

The British Columbia healthcare industry is a $7 billion dollar industry which employs over 100,000 people and delivers services to approximately 3.8 million people. The industry is comprised of public sector organizations, specialized private sector companies and industry associations. It is administered publicly through the Ministry of Health which sets policy and standards, and provides governance and funding for direct provision of services. Service is provided by hospitals, other health facilities, and programs such as long term care. Such provider agencies retain staff and resources to enable expert delivery of care. Education and training is provided by post secondary institutions.

	Public Sector Ministry of Health Provincial Health Authorities
	Private Sector Medical Devices, Equipment & Supplies Health Informatics Health Services Pharmaceuticals/Biotechnology Health Health Related Agencies