NEWS RELEASE
Burnaby, B.C. (July 29, 2025) — Today, Dan Levitt, the BC Seniors Advocate, released a report detailing the crisis occurring within B.C.’s seniors’ long-term care system. The report, “From Shortfall to Crisis,” makes six recommendations to address current shortfalls and respond to future demand.
“The report makes clear, using the government’s own data, that the crisis in long-term care is impacting our entire health-care system,” said Mary Polak, CEO of the BC Care Providers Association (BCCPA). “Meeting this challenge requires the government to reach out and collaborate. Our members are here to help!”
Data highlighted in the report shows that shortfalls in support for family caregivers, lack of Assisted Living options, and long wait lists for long-term care all contribute to increasing the use of acute care and emergency care by seniors. This compounds the existing pressures within our already overstretched healthcare system, and it means that seniors are not receiving the care they need and deserve.
“Investing in quality living, wellness, and care for seniors is not only the right thing to do, it is essential for the sustainability of the rest of the health care system in B.C.,” Polak said. “BCCPA members have the commitment and expertise to work with government to follow through on the report’s recommendations.”
To read more about BCCPA’s 2025-2026 Budget Submission and our recommendations for improving access to Assisted Living and Home Health, click here.
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ABOUT BCCPA
Established in 1977, BCCPA is the unified voice of the seniors living, wellness and care sector. Our growing membership base includes over 500 long-term care, assisted living, and commercial members from across British Columbia. The organization also represents independent living and private-pay home health operators.
