Rainbow crosswalks added at Cariboo Memorial Hospital in Williams Lake

The crosswalks are a symbol of inclusivity and acceptance

Rainbow crosswalks added at Cariboo Memorial Hospital in Williams Lake Published 11:44 am Wednesday, July 15, 2026 There’s another rainbow crosswalk in Williams Lake. Two rainbow coloured crosswalks can now be found at the Cariboo Memorial Hospital (CMH) that remains under redevelopment. Both are near the main entrance.

CMH director of clinical operations Kelly Dillon stated the rainbow crosswalks were installed in recent weeks as part of ongoing efforts to foster inclusive and supportive spaces. “These new rainbow crosswalks at Cariboo Memorial Hospital (CMH) hold significant importance as a symbol of inclusivity and acceptance for not only CMH and Interior Health staff but for all our 2SLGBTQIA+ community members,” Dillion added. “They serve as a visible representation of CMH’s commitment to diversity and equal rights for all individuals, regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.”

Rainbow crosswalks have been integrated in other Interior Health hospital projects in Penticton and Kamloops, and have been added at hospitals in various other communities, such as Merritt, Cranbrook and Kelowna. On Facebook the Williams Lake Pride Society wrote the rainbow crosswalks at CMH were added by an anonymous donor. Interior Health confirmed the rainbow crosswalks were part of exterior painting, included in the project (redevelopment) budget.

“It’s great to see repeated examples of how our community supports ALL of its members,” the Williams Lake Pride Society added. Dillon noted opportunities to add more crosswalks as part of the project (redevelopment) will be considered as additional site improvements currently underway are completed. Phase one of the CMH redevelopment project which includes an addition to the existing hospital is expected to be complete in early 2027, with phase two to be completed in 2029.