The Province has made appointments to the boards of the regional health authorities.

Cal Huntley of Flin Flon was re-appointed as chair of the Northern Health Region board, while Carrie Atkinson of The Pas was re-appointed as vice-chair.

Also re-appointed to the board were Anne Kenny Thompson of Lynn Lake and Elaine Kobelka of The Pas.

The health region boards are responsible for directing the management and affairs of the region to ensure the delivery and administration of health services. 

Health Minister Cameron Friesen said that the health system relies on boards to guide the safety and quality of care that is available in communities across the province.