Dawson Creek to acquire Eljen Medical Clinic to protect primary healthcare

FORT ST. JOHN, B.C. – The City of Dawson Creek is collaborating with stakeholders to acquire the Eljen Medical Clinic on 111th Avenue. 

In a press release on May 27th, the city announced the impending purchase as the latest collaboration between the city and the South Peace Division of Family Practice to safeguard the future of primary healthcare in the area.

“This investment in our community’s health is a testament to the power of collaboration,” Dr. Du Plessis, the South Peace Division of Family Practice spokesperson, said in the release. 

Concerns regarding staffing and possible closures have circulated in the region in recent months, and some physicians have left the clinic. 

By acquiring the clinic, the city intends to protect doctors in the region and their ability to provide primary care services to residents in Dawson Creek.

“We understand the importance of securing healthcare for our community both today and into the future, and this was one way that we could continue to support healthcare needs in our community,” Dawson Creek mayor Darcy Dober said. 

Negotiations for the purchase are still underway, and more updates are to come on the acquisition.