PHABC’s media statement
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Victoria, B.C., November 2nd, 2026 –The Public Health Association of BC (PHABC) welcomes the BC Conservative government, and interim leader Lorne Doerkson.
“We understand that there are a number of critical issues we must address, and we look forward to collaborating to strengthen and support population health in BC,” said Dr. Ihoghosa Iyamu, PHABC’s President. “We are invested in opportunities to enhance the province’s health, economic, environmental and digital portfolios.”
PHABC leads extensive work on the province’s employment for young people, violence prevention, food systems, environmental health, climate safety, healthy aging, physical activity, the digital ecology and privacy, and child and youth mental health.
“As we look towards the future, strategic alliances are key to enhancing a fair and healthy British Columbia for all,” expressed Dr. Shannon Turner, PHABC’s Executive Director. “We are looking forward to connecting with the party leaders.”
PHABC is a non-partisan, voluntary, non-profit, non-government, member driven organization that provides leadership to promote health, well-being and social equity.
For more information, please contact:
Selenna Ho
Communications Director
Public Health Association of BC
communications@phabc.org
672-339-5387