Our latest Age-friendly Communities webinar explores how local governments and communities can design and implement transportation systems that support older adults. Hosted by BCHC Executive Director Vanessa Manuel, this one-hour webinar features two expert presenters who discuss how older adults can stay active and independent – a key to healthy aging. Featuring: Kate Hosford –…
An online info session hosted by BC Healthy Communities (BCHC) marked the launch of the 2025 PlanH Healthy Communities Grants, offering guidance for local and Indigenous governments aiming to build healthier, more equitable communities. PlanH Delivery Lead Connie Allsopp and Grants & Engagement Coordinator Laura Chambers walked attendees through the application process and funding streams,…
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Join our upcoming Age-friendly Communities webinar on June 4, 2025, at 10:30 am to explore how local governments can create transportation systems that support older adults. Helping older adults stay active and independent is an important part of healthy aging. To do this, we need to make sure they can get around safely and easily….
The City of Penticton has launched a groundbreaking Social Housing and Infrastructure Plan (SHIP), developed in partnership with local housing and service organizations and supported by a Healthy Public Policy grant from PlanH. Aimed at tackling the city’s growing need for non-market housing, the plan outlines actionable steps, identifies 15 opportunity sites and aligns infrastructure…
Applications for the 2025 PlanH Healthy Communities Grants open May 12, 2025. Administered by BC Healthy Communities, the grants support projects through two funding streams: Community Connectedness and Healthy Public Policy. Applications close on July 7, 2025. Join us for an info session on May 29 at 2:30 pm to ask questions and learn more…
BC Healthy Communities (BCHC) is pleased to announce that we are now active on Blue Sky, a growing decentralized communications platform. You can find us at @bchc.bsky.social. As a leader in fostering healthier, more equitable communities, BCHC is excited to join Blue Sky to better connect with organizations, partners, and individuals who share our commitment…
More than 40 Indigenous youth gathered at Seabird Island for the third annual Stó:lō Youth Entrepreneurship Initiative (YEI), a one-day event that offered hands-on experience in launching and growing a business. Hosted by Sqéwqel Development Corporation (SqDC), the economic development arm of Seabird Island, the event marked its most dynamic year yet. This year’s theme,…
The application intake for PlanH Healthy Communities Grants is anticipated to open in the Spring of 2025. Local and Indigenous governments interested in applying can prepare in advance by reviewing past application materials to understand the grant streams and eligibility criteria. The 2024 PlanH Application Guide is a good example of what to expect. For…