HealthLink BC (8-1-1)

HealthLink BC (8-1-1): Free, by phone or online or by video.

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Quick Facts

Who it's for
Adult,Youth,Senior
How to access
Phone, Virtual
Cost
Free
Availability
Open 24/7
Delivery
Virtual / online (no physical location to visit)
Information last updated
October 6, 2026

Free health information and advice for everyone in B.C. Call 8-1-1, any time. In an emergency, call 9-1-1. ▸ How it works: A health service navigator answers. They can give you general health information, help you find care in your community (like walk-in clinics or mental health services), and connect you with: • A registered nurse — 24 hours a day, every day • A pharmacist — 5 PM to 9 AM, every day • A dietitian or exercise professional — 9 AM to 5 PM, Monday to Friday • A physician, if the nurse refers you ▸ Need a family doctor? Navigators can help you register with the Health Connect Registry. ▸ Language: interpreters in over 130 languages. ▸ Deaf or hard of hearing: call 7-1-1 (TTY relay), or use Video Relay Services (free) and have them call 604-215-5101.

Contact Information

Address
Phone service - available anywhere
Phone
811
Email
healthlinkbc@gov.bc.ca
Website
https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/find-care/healthlink-bc-8-1-1-services
Hours
Health service navigators and nurses: 24/7. Dietitians and exercise professionals: Monday-Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Pharmacists: daily 5:00 PM - 9:00 AM
Cost
Free
Access
Phone, Virtual
Service Area
Anywhere in BC

Also known as: 811, 8-1-1, HealthLinkBC, nurse line, health advice line, pharmacist line

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