Active Communities Tool
This tool is a conversation starter for local government staff looking for efficient and clear processes to successfully implement healthy community policies.
Healthy Natural Environments Action Guide
What you’ll find in this Action Guide:
Active Communities Action Guide
This guide is for local governments of rural and urban communities across British Columbia who want to create active, healthy and thriving places for all people. What you’ll find in this Action Guide:
Tobacco Reduction Action Guide
This Action Guide supports British Columbia’s local governments in decreasing the harmful impact of tobacco use in communities.
Social Connectedness Action Guide
This Action Guide supports British Columbia’s local governments in their efforts to build healthier communities for all. It shares promising practices andexamples of how local governments can create conditions that support healthy and thriving communities.
Healthy Community Engagement Action Guide
This guide is for local governments of rural and urban communities across British Columbia who want to receive community input in a way that is authentic and meaningful.
Active Coastal Communities
An introduction to B.C. coastal communities. Physical activity opportunities and barriers in small coastal communities in B.C.Promising practices for physical activity in small coastal communities in B.C.A selection of tools and resources. Funding opportunities to explore.
PlanH Action Guides
Action Guides Visual Quick Starts
Healthy Social Environments Framework
The importance of social health and social connections (e.g. neighbourliness, positive social interactions, social support) as well as positive perceptions about one’s local community (e.g. inclusivity, accessibility, safety and trust) has received growing recognition for its significant impact on our overall quality of life and well-being. Positive social connections can be increased not only through…
How do Local Governments Improve Health and Community Well-being
Download this resource guide for local governments that outlines how local governments can improve health and community well-being. PlanH action guide “How do Local Governments Improve Health and Community Well-being”.