The residents of northeastern British Columbia are soon to get a new healing centre, focused on helping patients with services rooted in community and focused on wellness. This model combines Indigenous healing traditions with Western medicine practices.

The new centre will provide a local place to get addiction treatment to the residents of the Peace Region. Right now, many must travel far for help, and if there’s no space, they can end up on the streets and sometimes never return home. The recent groundbreaking of North Wind Wellness Centre (NWWC) included a blessing ceremony with traditional healing songs and indigenous prayers. Pouce Coupe is a small town in northeastern British Columbia and part of the Peace River Regional District. Construction will begin in July, and services are expected to start by December 2025.

The 35,000-square-foot centre will provide trauma-informed, culturally safe care to people 19 and older, supporting them at every stage of recovery. The centre will have 55 spaces, including detox beds, addiction treatment beds, supportive housing units, and a community hub called The Junction. This new facility will offer people a safe, local place to heal, stay connected to their community and culture, and access ongoing support to help them build a healthier life.

Source: Nathaniel Leigh, EverythingGP