BC Cancer is committed to creating a workplace where Indigenous peoples feel welcome, supported and valued as employees, patients, visitors and community members.
Indigenous-specific roles are an important part of our interdisciplinary teams. These positions help bring Indigenous healing practices, medicines, ceremonies and traditions into cancer care to support a holistic approach to treatment and wellness.
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In this photo, Jalissa, an Indigenous patient navigator, demonstrates the use of sacred medicines, such as sage. People may use these medicines for grounding, cleansing, prayer or settling energy, depending on their needs and intentions.
Learn how BC Cancer and PHSA support Indigenous candidates and employees throughout their career journey.
Sanya’ḱula: Together in knowledge
The Sanya’k̓ula Team works to create an inclusive and empowering environment for Indigenous candidates and employees across PHSA, including BC Cancer.
Guided by Spirit, Culture, Collaboration and Respect, the team works to eliminate racism, support Indigenous employees, and help strengthen Indigenous representation in health care across British Columbia.
The Indigenous Recruitment team supports Indigenous applicants at every stage of the hiring process. Whether you are exploring careers or ready to apply, the team can provide guidance, encouragement and support.
Learn more about the Sanya’k̓ula Team
- Guidance and support for Indigenous candidates throughout the recruitment process
- Workpace support and conflict resolution grounded in Indigenous ways of knowing
- Support for employees transitioning out of PHSA
- Assistance with job searches and sharing opportunities through Indigenous networks
- Resume and cover letter support
- Indigenous employee networking opportunities, including coffee chats and newsletters
- An Indigenous community of practice that brings employees together to connect, learn from Indigenous leaders, and participate in cultural activities
- Support for Indigenous-specific anti-racism and Indigenous Cultural Safety initiatives throughout the employee experience
Stay connected with the Sanya’ḱula team on
Facebook and
LinkedIn for job opportunities, career fairs and hiring events.
The team also publishes a biweekly newsletter featuring Indigenous-specific job postings, events and updates.
Perks and benefits
At BC Cancer, we are committed to supporting the well-being of Indigenous employees and strengthening the Indigenous care provider community.
The Sanya’ḱula Team also supports Indigenous Cultural Safety learning through workshops, consultations and tailored learning opportunities.
Benefits for BC Cancer employees include:
- Indigenous ceremonial, cultural, spiritual and compassionate leave (5 days)
- Four weeks of vacation (prorated for part-time employees), with additional vacation earned over time
- Municipal Pension Plan (MPP)
- Career development and advancement opportunities
- Flexible work options, where available
- 13 statutory holidays
- Relocation reimbursement for eligible moves to or within British Columbia
- Extended health and dental benefits
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Paid leaves, including sick leave, parental leave and bereavement leave
- Employee discounts and perks
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Indigenous Cancer Control
BC Cancer is working to improve culturally safe cancer care for Indigenous peoples across British Columbia.
This work includes:
- Implementing commitments to cultural safety and humility
- Developing cultural safety plans
- Supporting anti-racism activities
- Creating culturally appropriate cancer screening and health promotion programs
- Expanding Indigenous health promotion specialist roles
- Improving access to care through Indigenous patient navigators
- Strengthening the collection of Indigenous self-identification data through a distinctions-based approach
