By Guangke Dai, Communications Officer
Pictured from left to right: Councillor James Wang, Dr. Victoria Lee, Councillor Daniel Tetrault, Sherman Chan, Dr. Baldev Sanghera, Dr. Leo Dai, Olga Stachova, Mayor Mike Hurley, MLA Paul Choi, MP Peter Julian, Councillor Richard T. Lee. (Photo Credit: Threshold Studios)
On February 6, the MOSAIC Community Clinic (MCC) officially opened in the Edmonds neighborhood of Burnaby, offering culturally safe and trauma-informed primary care for priority populations. The clinic provides a welcoming environment where individuals can receive team-based health care tailored to their needs. To mark this milestone, a ribbon-cutting ceremony was held with Mayor Mike Hurley, MP Peter Julian, MLA Paul Choi, and leaders from MOSAIC, the Burnaby Primary Care Network, and other partnering organizations in attendance.
MCC operates within the Burnaby Primary Care Network (PCN), a community-based network of health-care professionals and clinics that plan and deliver health-care services to the community. The clinic is run by MOSAIC in partnership with Fraser Health, the Burnaby Division of Family Practice, the Burnaby Inter-Agency Council, and the Ministry of Health.
Located on the traditional lands of the hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓ and Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Sníchim-speaking peoples, MCC was developed with a commitment to equitable, patient-centered care for diverse communities.
“We’re excited to support the creation of this new community clinic in Burnaby, which will help more people in the community receive personalized and compassionate team-based care,” said Josie Osborne, Minister of Health. “This clinic is the result of the collaboration between MOSAIC and the Burnaby PCN, along with essential contributions from Fraser Health, the Burnaby Division of Family Practice, and the Burnaby Inter-Agency Council. It’s another important step we are taking as a province in helping people access the healthcare they need, when they need it.”
A Holistic Approach to Primary Care
The MOSAIC Community Clinic offers a wide range of primary care services, including routine check-ups, immunizations, chronic disease management, women’s and children’s health services, specialist referrals, and patient education.
The MCC care team features family physicians, nurse practitioners, social workers, lactation consultants, and registered nurses, all supported by a skilled administrative team that includes medical office assistants, a clinic manager, a clinic director, and a medical director.
“Whether you’re monitoring a health condition or need routine services like a vaccination, it’s essential to have high-quality health care close to home,” said Raj Chouhan, MLA for Burnaby-New Westminster. “This new clinic gives more options to people who need health-care support that fits with their busy lives, and we’re grateful to have it in the heart of our community.”
Improving Access for Burnaby’s Priority Populations
“The MOSAIC Community Clinic is an important step in addressing the critical health-care needs of priority populations in Burnaby,” said Olga Stachova, CEO of MOSAIC. “We want to ensure that everyone in our community can access primary care services that are safe, inclusive, and designed to meet their unique needs.”
MCC prioritizes care for vulnerable groups facing barriers to health services, including newcomers (in Canada for less than three years), persons who identify as First Nations, Inuit, and Métis, new mothers and their babies, individuals with complex mental health conditions, and individuals experiencing homelessness or precarious housing.
“MCC is a testament to what we can accomplish when health care providers work collaboratively with community organizations,” said Huyanne Le, PCN Manager with the Burnaby Primary Care Network. “By focusing on a culturally sensitive, trauma-informed care approach, we are building a resilient system centered on patients’ well-being and dignity.”
How to Access Care at MCC
Patients will be matched with primary care providers through BC’s Health Connect Registry, with additional support from community agencies to prioritize care for vulnerable populations.
Burnaby patients without a family doctor or nurse practitioner are encouraged to sign up through the Registry while continuing to seek care at walk-in clinics and Urgent and Primary Care Centres.
“Our partnership with MOSAIC and the Burnaby community is helping to expand equity and access in health care, ensuring those who need it most receive care,” said Justin LoChang, Director, Clinical Operations, Primary Care & Chronic Disease Management at Fraser Health. “The MCC represents a holistic, team-based model of care that integrates compassion and understanding at all levels.”
Clinic Location & Hours
Address: #306 7366 Edmonds St, Burnaby, V3N 1A9
Hours: Monday to Saturday, 9 AM – 5 PM
To learn more about the MOSAIC Community Clinic and how to access care, visit MCC’s official page.
