About Us
Setting strategic direction
The Alberta government sets strategic direction for the health system through:- Policy, legislation and standards;
- Allocating resources;
- Helping develop and support the health system; and
- Administering provincial programs such as the Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan and communicable disease control expertise.
The Office of the Provincial Health Officer provides direction and guidelines on public health policy to Alberta Health Services, and gives information to the public about communicable diseases and public health programs.
Alberta's health services are delivered by Alberta Health Services through health professionals in fee-for-service practice and others who provide equipment, supplies and services. Some public health services may also be provided by private health care clinics.
The Health Quality Council of Alberta (HQCA) is an organization engaged in gathering knowledge and translating it into practical actions that can improve the quality, safety and performance of Alberta's health system.
