** About BCCDC **
The BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC) provides provincial and national leadership in public health through surveillance, detection, treatment, prevention and consultation services.The Centre provides both direct diagnostic and treatment services for people
with diseases of public health importance and analytical and policy support to all levels of government and health authorities.
BCCDC investigates and evaluates the occurrence of communicable diseases in BC and is the provincial reporting centre for reportable cases and categories of communicable diseases. In addition, the Centre creates opportunities for scientists, health professionals, university and other partners to contribute their knowledge and experience in resolving the outstanding health challenges facing British Columbians.
** Mission & Vision **
The British Columbia Centre for Disease Control provides provincial and national leadership in public health through surveillance, detection, prevention, consultation and provides both direct diagnostic and treatment services to people with diseases of public health significance.
Our unique integrated structure, one that combines service delivery, policy advice and research, contributes greatly to our ability to identify and respond to emerging public health threats.
Our mission is leadership in disease control and prevention through learning and action.
We believe that there are no boundaries to what we can do to better the health of British Columbians. Each team member dedicates energy, expertise and passion to the prevention, detection and cure of disease. We lead through research, innovation and action.
BCCDC is dedicated to embedding a culture of quality and safety into all aspects of its’ programs. We work closely with partner health authorities, health professions and other stakeholders to continually improve Patient Safety & Quality of services.
