Medical Transportation
Seabird Island’s Medical Transportation program aids with travel costs to eligible off-reserve medical care, with prior approval. We assist with transportation, meals, and lodging when accessing essential specialist appointments, treatments, and other services not available locally. Contact us to learn more about documentation needed, eligibility, and how we help coordinate access to healthcare.
Seabird Island's Medical Transportation Program
Seabird Island’s Medical Transportation program, supported by First Nations Health Authority, provides assistance with travel costs for eligible medical appointments and treatments. With prior approval, we can aid with expenses related to transportation, meals, and accommodations when accessing necessary off-reserve healthcare services.
The program offers financial support for travel to specialist visits, substance abuse treatment, and other essential care not available within the community. For those unable to arrange their own transportation, we can also coordinate driver services to appointments.
Please contact our team to learn more about eligibility, required documentation, and how we can support your healthcare access needs. We’re here to help you get to vital medical care.
Assistance We Provide Through Funding
Land and water travel expenses
Air travel expenses
Ambulance Services
Meal & lodging costs
Arranging Driver Services
Frequently Asked Questions
To be eligible for this service you must: be a registered Indian according to the Indian Act and living on reserve; be an infant up to one year of age and have an eligible parent; be registered or eligible for registration under a provincial or territorial health insurance plan.
To be eligible for this service you must: be a registered Indian according to the Indian Act and living on reserve; be an infant up to one year of age and have an eligible parent; be registered or eligible for registration under a provincial or territorial health insurance plan.
If you’re requesting a driver, they will be able to take you to specialist appointments as well as detox treatment for alcohol, drug, and solvent abuse.
Call or email Seabird Island Doctors’ Office & Medical Centre
Email: kristim@seabirdisland.ca
Phone: (604)796-2165
Seeking More Information?
To learn more about Seabird Island’s Medical Transportation program or request assistance, please contact our health team:
Phone: 604-796-2177
Reach out with any questions about accessing our travel support services for eligible off-reserve specialist appointments, treatments, and healthcare needs. We’re here to help coordinate and fund your medical transportation when required.
