We regret to inform you that due to funding challenges, the Generation Health Community program will be closed as of June 30th, 2025. HealthLink BC is a trusted provincial resource for healthy living information for families. For questions about, or support with, your child’s eating or physical activity, call 8-1-1 to speak with a registered dietitian or qualified exercise professional.
Generation Health Clinic continues to operate and accept referrals for children and teens meeting their eligibility criteria.

Provincial Health Services Authority – English Program
Vancouver, BC — BC Children’s Hospital
Referrals from the Vancouver Coastal Region
Assessment offered in person
Group program offered in person
Team
Program Coordinator
Jill McDowell, RD
Administrative Assistant
Hardip Panglee Mangat
Physicians
Dr. Mary Hinchliffe, MD, CCFP, FCFP
Dr. Janice Blocka, MD, CCFP
Dr. Betty Bartleman, MD (locum physician), FRCPC
Registered Dietitians
Abeera Irfan, RD
Kiran Kalkat, RD
Jill McDowell, RD
Mikaela Stewart, RD
Mental Health Professionals
Stephanie Greenwood, RSW
Dr. Madelaine Gierc, R.Psychologist
Dr. Sandy Klar, R.Psychologist
Provincial Program Manager
Rola Zahr, MPH, RD
Address
948 West 28th Avenue
V2-207 Clinical Support Building
Vancouver, BC V5Z 4H4
Phone: 604-875-2000 Ext. 5984
Fax: 604-875-2388