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”.
How Older Adults Can Reduce Risks of Climate Change Hazards
As climate change intensifies, older adults in British Columbia will face increasing health threats from wildfires and extreme temperatures. Now is the time to gain a better understanding of provincial emergency response resources and prepare for potential hazards. With nearly one-fifth of B.C.’s population 65 years or older in 2022 (increasing to 25% in 2031),…
PlanH webinar video: New tools to build social connection in multi-unit housing
Watch a video of our PlanH webinar on New tools to build social connection in multi-unit housing. The April 3, 2024 webinar, hosted by PlanH Delivery Lead Connie Allsopp, featured City of North Vancouver Mayor Linda Buchanan and consultants Madeleine Hebert from Happy Cities and Michelle Hoar from Hey Neighbour Collective. They discussed their multi-phased…
New tools to build social connection in multi-unit housing
Tools & Resources from the April 3, 2024 Healthy Public Policy Webinar titled New tools to build social connection in multi-unit housing.
Climate Change and Well-being: Building Resilience Through Social Connectedness
By Monica DeVidi Almost every day news breaks of another climate emergency occurring somewhere in the world. Hurricanes, forest fires, flooding, drought and extreme heat events are becoming more frequent and severe and are having a devastating impact on communities across the province. These events undoubtedly impact physical health through injury, disease, food and water…
Sign up for an info session on Child and Youth Mental Well-Being guide
Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) partnered with BC Healthy Communities to create a series of guides (https://bchealthycommunities.ca/index.php/child-and-youth-mental-well-being-resources/) to help local governments understand how to promote the mental well-being of children and youth through existing roles and assets. The guides include research, examples and information sources to inform and inspire action on key protective factors that young people need…