Latest Community Service Updates

Autism Caregiver Peer Supports [Autism Caregiver Connection and Support Canada] (Province-wide)
Gambling Support [SHARE Family & Community Services] (Vancouver Coastal Health Area, Fraser Health Area)
Legal and Tenant Advocacy Programs [SHARE Family & Community Services] (Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody)

Community Services News & Events

Taking Action Against Colorectal Cancer: Observing Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about colorectal cancer, its risk factors, prevention strategies, and the importance of early detection. Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer diagnosed in both men and women in Canada, with thousands of new cases diagnosed each year. This type of cancer affects the colon or rectum and can develop slowly over many years, often starting as precancerous polyps. By educating the public about risk factors, symptoms, and screening options, we can help reduce the burden of colorectal cancer and save lives.

Click here to schedule your screening appointment. Encourage others to do the same and help raise awareness.
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Important Update: BC Cancer Breast Screening Notices

Effective April 1, 2026, BC Cancer Breast Screening will update how screening results are communicated to patients.

Letters will only be mailed to patients if follow-up or further action is required. Normal screening results that do not require follow-up will no longer be automatically sent by mail. Reminder letters will continue to be mailed when patients are due for screening or when follow-up is needed.

Patients can still access all breast screening results, including normal results, through the following options:

  • Online via Health Gateway
  • By contacting their health care provider
  • By calling the Breast Screening Services Centre at 1-800-663-9203

For more information, refer to BC Cancer Screening’s Common Reminder and Result Notices Resource for an overview of notices issued to patients and health care providers across all four cancer screening programs.

How to use the Pathways website


How to use the search directory:
Are you looking for community services and programs on our website? We have created a short informational video to help you find resources quickly.

Virtual Maternity Hub website

Your local resource for pregnancy and newborn care

This website was created by Fraser Northwest Division maternity care providers (in New Westminster and Tri-Cities BC).
The aim is to provide resources to pregnant women in Tri-Cities and New Westminster on delivery at RCH, maternity care providers, prenatal and postnatal classes (currently being held virtually), frequently asked questions answered by maternity physicians, and more.

Go to maternityhub.ca to check it out!
You can share this poster if you know anyone who might be interested in the new website.

Find a Family Doctor


If you live in New Westminster, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Anmore, or Belcarra you can register for a family doctor by joining the waitlist.




Subscribe to the Fraser Northwest Division newsletter

Subscribe to our mailing list to receive the latest health and community updates for New Westminster and Tri-Cities. Click here to view our latest newsletter. (Note: we do not send lots of emails. We want to send valuable resources, which means we send approximately 5 emails per year).





Disability Tax Credit Qualification Guidelines


The Government of Canada outlines specific guidelines which describe whether a person qualifies for a disability tax credit which reduces the amount of income tax they pay.
  • For more information about the tax credit, click here.
  • To find out if you might qualify, complete the eligibility questionnaire here.

    • Note: If you do qualify, you will be required to bring the disability tax credit form to your doctor and pay a fee to fill out and sign the form.

    Advanced Care Planning - How well do you know me?


    When it comes to planning for your future health care, you need to check in and find out from your family and friends: How well do you know me? These people may need to make health care decisions for you if you cannot. You may be surprised at what they don’t know about you! Use the How Well Do You Know Me questions to get started.
    For more resources visit the BC Centre for Palliative Care Website

    Pathways does not provide medical advice. If you have an emergency please call 9-1-1. If you require assistance navigating services please call 8-1-1.

    For general inquiries or for assistance, please email us:

    community-services@pathwaysbc.ca

    If you are requesting clinical access to medical Pathways, please provide the following information via the email above:

    1. First Name
    2. Last Name
    3. Email
    4. In which city/town do you work?
    5. What is your role? E.g. Family Physician, Office Staff, Medical Resident
    6. Employer Name (for office staff)
    7. Office Phone

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