An Indigenous maternal liaison supports culturally appropriate birthing experiences for Indigenous pregnant persons (Life-Givers) accessing health and wellness services at Surrey Memorial Hospital.
Last updated: January 14, 2026
The liaison can connect with other health care professionals and service providers to promote and advocate for culturally appropriate and timely care.
An Indigenous maternal liaison can:
- Connect you with a birth keeper (doula) for support in pregnancy and delivery
- Support you in navigating maternal health and cultural services
- Advocate for your choices and decisions with hospital care providers
- Connect you with an Elder or cultural advisor to support cultural practices
- Connect you to culturally supportive community services
- Help make space for culture and ceremony in the hospital, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and delivery room at Surrey Memorial Hospital
- Provide information on the First Nations Health Benefits Program and Métis Nation British Columbia supports
All clients who self-identify as Indigenous or Aboriginal can receive support from an Indigenous maternal liaison. This position is funded by the Surrey Hospitals Foundation.
Contact an Indigenous maternal liaison
Call: 236-332-7615.
Hours of service: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday (excluding holidays).
Referral: Family members and care providers can refer Life-Givers to the Indigenous maternal liaison. A Life-Giver may self-refer. Referrals and self-referrals are done by telephone or by talking to any hospital staff who can connect Life-Givers and their families with the Indigenous maternal liaison. Please note Indigenous maternal liaison support is given only with Life-Givers' consent.
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A heartfelt journey to culturally appropriate maternal care for Indigenous Life-GiversAn Indigenous maternal liaison is helping Indigenous Life-Givers at Surrey Memorial Hospital have culturally appropriate birth experiences. |
