Providence Living – Prince George
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The Rivers
Slated for completion in 2028, Providence Living at The Rivers will be Canada’s and Providence Living’s second public, non-profit long-term care village, inspired by the dementia village concept and the work done at Providence Living at The Views in Comox. Situated at 6500 Southridge Ave in Prince George, this new home will welcome seniors with and without dementia, as well as younger adults in need of long-term care.
Providence Living – Prince George
coming to prince george bc
The Rivers
Slated for completion in 2028, Providence Living at The Rivers will be Canada’s and Providence Living’s second public, non-profit long-term care village, inspired by the dementia village concept and the work done at Providence Living at The Views in Comox. Situated at 6500 Southridge Ave in Prince George, this new home will welcome seniors with and without dementia, as well as younger adults in need of long-term care.
Help Us Transform Seniors Care in Prince George
Working at The Rivers offers a unique chance to be part of an innovative, purpose-driven care model. At Providence Living, staff work in close-knit households where relationships, autonomy, and meaningful daily living are prioritized over institutional routines, creating a more rewarding and person-centred work environment. Employees will have the opportunity to work in a brand-new, modern facility featuring amenities like on-site childcare, collaborative team-based care, and excellent benefits, pension and perks. Joining The Rivers is an opportunity to grow your career while making a meaningful impact in redefining long-term care in Prince George and the North.
your career is
More than a job
Join the innovators and change makers responsible for implementing changes in how we deliver care to seniors in the public healthcare sector. College of New Caledonia LPN students can secure a full-time or part-time position with Providence Living before graduation – offering early career stability and meaningful work.
Students must apply for the bursary, which provides $8,000 toward tuition, and commit to a two‑year return‑of‑service if a successful applicant.
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A Vibrant Centre of Opportunity
Prince George, the largest city in northern British Columbia, is a vibrant centre of opportunity, culture, and natural beauty. Situated at the scenic confluence of the Fraser and Nechako rivers, the city is surrounded by vast forests, winding waterways, and breathtaking northern landscapes. This unique setting gives Prince George a strong connection to nature while it provides the amenities and services of a modern urban centre. Known for its welcoming atmosphere and strong sense of community, the city blends the warmth of small-town living with the opportunities and energy of a growing regional hub.
Outdoor ice Oval
Pidherny Recreation Site
Aberdeen Glen
University of Northern BC
Two Rivers Art Gallery
Northern Lights Estate Winery
Caledonia Nordic Ski
Betulla Burning
prince george
A Vibrant Centre of Opportunity
Prince George, the largest city in northern British Columbia, is a vibrant centre of opportunity, culture, and natural beauty. Situated at the scenic confluence of the Fraser and Nechako rivers, the city is surrounded by vast forests, winding waterways, and breathtaking northern landscapes. This unique setting gives Prince George a strong connection to nature while it provides the amenities and services of a modern urban centre. Known for its welcoming atmosphere and strong sense of community, the city blends the warmth of small-town living with the opportunities and energy of a growing regional hub.
Two Rivers Art Gallery
Aberdeen Glen
Northern Lights Estate Winery
Betulla Burning
Caledonia Nordic Ski
University of Northern BC
Outdoor ice Oval
Pidherny Recreation Site
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Prince George Engagement Team
GENERAL INQUIRIES AND CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
hr@providenceliving.ca
MEDIA INQUIRIES
hr@providenceliving.ca
GENERAL INQUIRIES AND CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
hr@providenceliving.ca
MEDIA INQUIRIES
hr@providenceliving.ca
Frequently Asked Questions
The Rivers is a publicly-funded long-term care village operated in partnership with Northern Health and funded by the Spirit of the North Healthcare Foundation.
We are expecting to re-open applications in Fall 2026. You can connect with us here: College of New Caledonia LPN Opportunity – Providence Living
A variety of full-time, part-time and casual positions will be available for the following roles:
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- Health Care Aides
- Licensed Practical Nurses
- Registered Nurses
- Multiservice Workers
- Main Kitchen Staff
- Activity Aides
- Recreational Therapist
- Art & Music Therapist
- Occupational Therapist
- Physiotherapist
- Rehab Assistants
- Maintenance Workers
- Social Worker
Yes, we support staff with time off to pursue additional education in the Health Care field. There are also bursaries available through other channels for students in the health care field.
With system-wide changes to improve the quality of life for residents in long-term care, Providence Living at The Rivers represents an important opportunity to transform the future of seniors’ care in Prince George, BC, Canada and beyond. Historically, long-term care homes in Canada have struggled with aging infrastructures and negative perceptions of being rigid, medicalized institutions.
In its reimagining of long-term care, Providence is enacting a significant shift towards a social relational and resident/family-centred model of care that supports residents in living their best lives within an environment that feels like home. Providence’s new long-term care villages will give residents the ability to see them as an extension of their own home: a place that honours their comfort, individuality, and dignity. The philosophy of care and building design of Providence Living at The Rivers will support freedom of movement, flexible routines, and autonomy for every resident.
Hiring is anticipated to begin in 2027. For further updates, be sure to sign up for The Rivers newsletter! For further updates, click here to sign up for The Rivers newsletter! Providence Living at The Rivers Email List – Fill out form
Providence Living at The Views is designed to accommodate both seniors with and without dementia, as well as younger adults requiring long-term care.
- The Rivers is set to open in Spring of 2028. For further updates, click here to sign up for The Rivers newsletter! Providence Living at The Rivers Email List – Fill out form.
Applicants go through an interview process, and, if they are one of our successful candidates, are then offered a guaranteed position at Providence Living to begin once they graduate (2-year return of service). The bursary will be given out upon graduation and beginning work at Providence Living.
You will be required to repay the bursary on a prorated basis, based on the remaining period of service.
Yes, if you are a successful candidate for the bursary, you will have the opportunity to reserve a part-time or full-time position at Providence Living at The Rivers.
Employees will be members of their respective unions, dependent on their role (British Columbia Nurses Union, Hospital Employees Union, Health Sciences Association) and will be paid according to the respective collective agreements.
There has never been a more important time to enact change in the long-term care we provide for seniors. For the first time in history, there are more Canadians over the age of 65 than under 14. According to Statistics Canada, the seven million people in Canada aged 65 and older now account for nearly one-fifth of the total population (19 per cent), up from 16.9 per cent in 2016. More seniors will have a greater impact on the health care system and increase health care needs.
The bursary will be provided when you begin your role with Providence Living in Prince George.
Providence Living’s new model of care and villages will be public and accessible to all, no matter one’s financial situation. Residents are assessed and approved for residency by Northern Health and subsidized where needed according to provincial policy.
We are preparing to open our 200-bed Long-Term Care (LTC) Care Village in Prince George, scheduled for Spring 2028. To support the safe launch of this facility, we are seeking various care staff. The Employer has agreed to support employees in completing Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) training through a bursary program, with a commitment to offer a regular position at the end of their training. In return, the Employee agrees to provide a designated period of employment with the Employer following successful completion of the program.
Providence Living at The Rivers will be operated together with Northern Health and eligibility will be determined based on criteria set by the Ministry of Health.
As is the case with long-term care homes, spaces become available over time and that’s why it’s important for people who are wanting to live at The Rivers to work with their health care teams at Northern Health for guidance on the necessary steps.
People who are considering long-term care should work with a Northern Health case manager who can guide them through the necessary steps. Click here to learn more about accessing services in Northern Health Accessing services | Northern Health.
As the bursary is being offered in partnership with CNC, it is only available for CNC students.
