BCHC May 2026 newsletter

ByPatrick Dunne

News & resources from BCHC – May 2026

Building Healthy Communities together

Building welcoming communities: Practical tools for children with disabilities

How can municipalities advance the BC Accessibility Act to better serve children with disabilities and their families? Join BC Healthy Communities and the City of Powell River for a free one-hour webinar on May 13 to find out.

Indigenous Voices Shape Vancouver’s
City Planning

Vancouver’s new Urban Indigenous Engagement Report guides City staff in meaningful, respectful collaboration with Indigenous residents — grounding planning and decision-making in reconciliation commitments, UNDRIP, and the diverse voices of urban Indigenous communities.

AFC webinar video: Building resilient,
age-friendly communities

When the grant runs out, what comes next? Watch this webinar featuring Professor Mario Paris for practical strategies on building permanent, community-led resilience in age-friendly communities.

Or check out resources from the webinar:

• Presentation​

• Resource sheet​

one month left to apply for 2026 planh grants

Watch a PlanH grants info session here or read more about the application process.

Wellbeing Built
Into Every Policy

What if health was built into every government decision? Canada’s Quality of Life Framework is doing just that – weaving wellbeing, equity, and environment into federal policy alongside traditional economic measures.