Moving from Australia to Canada at the age of 53, to live and work as an internationally educated nurse (IEN) in the remote, regional location of Terrace, BC, has been one of the most enriching and positive experiences of my life. There really is something special about regional, remote nursing. It's the location as well as the professional experience. I highly recommend nursing in another country, particularly Canada!
Latest news
There has been an increase in overdose events in the community of Terrace, linked to purple and blue drugs. Overdoses are occurring when these drugs are smoked and injected.
Northern Health has issued a drug advisory for the Northern Health region. A round white pill sold as “Oxycocet” has tested positive for isotonitazene.
Isotonitazene or "Nitazene" is a synthetic opioid that is equal or more toxic than fentanyl and is not detected on fentanyl test strips.
Maternity clients in Quesnel and the surrounding areas are now being supported by a team of care providers at the newly opened Quesnel Maternity Clinic, located at GR Baker Hospital.
