Audiology, Speech, and Language Services
BC Early Hearing Program
Tests newborn babies' hearing. Recognizing hearing loss early helps to reduce problems and the concerns that most care-givers share.
Audiology
Conducts hearing assessments for children; provides hearing aids (through the Northern Health Authority Regional Hearing Aid Program); provides auditory training equipment; provides swim plugs and ear defenders.
Speech and Language Program
Conducts screenings, assessments, and monitoring; provides therapy; conducts workshops for parents, child care providers, preschool teachers, and public health nurses.
Address / Contact Info
Northern Health
Terrace Health Unit
3412 Kalum St.
Terrace, BCV8G 4T2
Phone Numbers
Phone: (250) 631-4233
Early Hearing (Provincial Office): 1-866-612-2347
Fax: (250) 638-2209
Hours of Operation
Regular hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 AM
Areas Served
| Communities Served | Terrace and Area, Kitimat and Area |
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Service Details
| Referral protocol | self, physician, specialist, health professional, school personnel |
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| Referral criteria | Parents and individuals are encouraged to make their own referrals. This can be done by a phone call, a referral form or in person. A referral can also be made by any community service provider with parents' awareness and consent. |
| Age ranges served | child 0-12 |
| Languages spoken | English |
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This program was last updated on: 08 Jul 2025.
