The First Nations Health Authority is a diverse and transformational health organization of professional, innovative, and dedicated team members and leaders.
The first of its kind in Canada, FNHA works as a health-and-wellness partner with BC First Nations to support self-determination and decision-making to improve health outcomes.
The First Nations Health Authority is committed to respecting diversity within our workforce; preference will be given to individuals who identify as First Nations, Inuit, or Métis. All interested First Nations, Inuit or Métis individuals are encouraged to apply. The First Nations Health Authority has a mandate to increase First Nations, Inuit or Métis representation in the workforce. Applicant skills, perspectives and lived experience may be matched for this role, or other opportunities within the FNHA.
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As the Regional Planner, you will have the opportunity to support transformative change for Fraser Salish First Nations, in alignment with the FNHA Values and Directives. Regional Planning roles work directly with Fraser Salish First Nations to advance their health and wellness goals, and ensure community-level priorities are reflected within regional plans and strategies.
Title: Regional Planner
Salary: $76,530 - $95,662- $105,229 per year (pay range explained below)
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Regular, 37.5 hours per week (core hours 9am-3pm Mon-Fri)
Location: Across the three Fraser Salish Regional Offices ( Sto:lo, Matsqui, and Surrey) - Hybrid (Hybrid working is an option in line with FNHA’s flex work policy).
About the role
As Regional Planner, you will model cultural safety and humility in all interactions, partnerships, and planning initiatives. Also, centering Fraser Salish First Nations cultural teachings and practice as the foundation to uphold culturally safe and relevant approaches to the planning work and organizational programs and services.
About you
To be successful in this role you will have-
Education & Experience:
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Relevant university degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience
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Recent, relevant experience in strategic, operational, or community planning (typically 4–6 years), preferably within health, public sector, or First Nations contexts
Knowledge:
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Strategic Thinking – Analyzes complex information to inform planning and decision-making
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Relationship Building – Builds trust and collaborates effectively with First Nations and partners
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Adaptability - Responds effectively to changing priorities
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Planning & Organization – Manages multiple priorities and timelines effectively
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Cultural Awareness – Demonstrates understanding of First Nations governance and perspectives
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Communication - Clearly conveys information verbally and in writing
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Physical ability to perform the duties of the position
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Demonstrated understanding of and respect for First Nations governance, protocols, and approaches to health and wellness.
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Supports integration of FNHA’s First Nations Governance and Wellness Framework into regional planning processes and practices.
Working at FNHA
As a member of the team, you will have access to a wide range of employee benefits, including:
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Municipal Pension plan with an employer contribution of 9.31%
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3 weeks’ vacation, which increases with service to 4 weeks, plus 5 personal days, 1 volunteer day, and 14 public holidays including National Indigenous People’s Day, National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, Easter Monday and Boxing Day
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Access to group health benefits and a Health Care Spending Account through Canada Life on day 1 of employment
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And more!
Leading with culture, all FNHA employees complete San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training. We support our family to be leaders in wellness and all staff members develop a yearly wellness plan as part of their performance partnership and goal-setting.
The Pay Range is the minimum and maximum annual salary based on full time equivalent hours.
Incumbents are typically hired, transferred or promoted between the minimum and midpoint of the range based on their knowledge, skills, abilities and experience in relation to the role requirements.
The top 10% of the pay range is for the incumbents who are industry experts in the job with the combination of exceptional experience and competencies needed to perform all duties and responsibilities at a superior capability level. Internal employee compensation will be determined as per the FNHA Employee Total Compensation Policy.
How to apply
Closing date: July 29, 2026 (at 23:59)
