The Latest from BC Healthy Communities | Summer 2015

Contribute to the BC Climate Leadership Plan

British Columbians will have two opportunities over the next six months to participate in shaping B.C.’s new climate policies. The Province is currently developing a new Climate Leadership Plan to move forward with climate action commitments. Read more about the public consultation here.

Victoria Festival Helps Build Neighbourhood Resiliency

The first-ever Vic West Street Fest was a resounding success. BCHC was there with an interactive booth exploring what it means to be a resilient neighbourhood. We asked festival-goers to test their knowledge of local businesses and resilient neighbourhoods. See photos of the event.

Build Your Grant-writing and Project Planning Skills

The Community Action Initiative has partnered with the UBC School of Community and Regional Planning to offer training in grant-writing and project planning for community-based, non-profit agencies. The training takes place over 13 weeks. More information here. 

The Debrief: 2015 Public Health Summer School

BC Healthy Communities delivered two presentations at the 6th Annual Public Health Summer School organized by the Public Health Association of BC (PHABC). Executive Director Jodi Mucha presented at the Victoria site and Facilitator Kerri Klein presented in Vancouver on the rich topic of engagement. Read more about the event.

Empowering Community: Elizabeth McCarter

As the Coordinator for Island Health’s Yakimovich Wellness Centre Elizabeth McCarter generates plenty of opportunities to connect with the community at the Centre and around the region. Find out more about McCarter's role as a health educator and the Learning Centre here.

Sharing Wisdom at the BC Elders Gathering

Wise; Experienced; Knowledgeable.These are only a few words that describe the understanding that our Elders possess. BCHC, in partnership with the Ministry of Health, facilitated a workshop at the 39th Annual BC Elders Gathering on 'Planning for a Healthy Tomorrow'.  Find a summary and resources from the session here.

Change Day BC

Date: October 15 2015 | all day
Between now and October 15th, we invite anyone involved in health, social and community care to commit to making a change or trying something new. And we mean anyone! Find out more.

Compassionate Careers: Making a Living by Making a Difference

This book invites people, to blend their passion, purpose, and profession. It is written primarily for people who are considering cause-focused work, and secondarily for the broader field of capacity building education, nonprofit leadership, boards and more. Read an excerpt.