What is a Primary Care Network and How It Helps You?

Primary Care Networks (PCNs) are healthcare teams that put patients first. They bring together family physicians and other healthcare professionals—such as dietitians, social workers, nurses, pharmacists, and mental health workers—to provide the best possible care.

PCNs make it easier for patients to get the care they need, when and where they need it. By working as a team, healthcare providers can support each other and offer patients more connected, comprehensive care. This approach ensures that care providers have the resources they need to focus on what matters most—helping patients stay healthy and well.

The South Peace Primary Care Network Includes:

Supporting Our Community's Health Journey 

At the heart of our work is a commitment to building a healthier community together. Our approach is guided by collaboration, respect, and understanding—recognizing that health care works best when it meets the needs of the people it serves.

The Role of the Ministry of Health (MoH)
The Ministry of Health leads the way by setting policies, providing funding, and ensuring accountability for the Primary Care Network (PCN). They support local and regional planning through data sharing and guide continuous improvement by monitoring progress and updating policies when needed.

Local Leadership: South Peace Primary Care Network Steering Committee (PCN SC)
Locally, the South Peace Primary Care Network Steering Committee brings together key community partners to put plans into action. These partners include the South Peace Division of Family Practice, Northern Health, the First Nations Health Authority, and Indigenous and non-Indigenous community representatives. Together, they oversee the delivery of PCN services, ensuring care is accessible, connected, and responsive to local needs.

Honoring Indigenous Voices: PCN Indigenous Advisory (IA)
The PCN Indigenous Advisory plays a vital role in ensuring Indigenous perspectives and cultural safety are central to our work. Made up of members from local nations and organizations, the IA ensures that PCN services respect cultural practices and meet the unique needs of Indigenous communities.

Our goal is to create a primary care network that truly reflects the community it serves—where every voice matters, and every person feels seen, heard, and cared for.