{"id":4297,"date":"2026-03-03T14:16:49","date_gmt":"2026-03-03T22:16:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bchealthycommunities.ca\/?p=4297"},"modified":"2026-10-21T14:34:30","modified_gmt":"2026-10-21T22:34:30","slug":"bchc-march-2026-newsletter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bchealthycommunities.ca\/index.php\/2026\/03\/03\/bchc-march-2026-newsletter\/","title":{"rendered":"BCHC March 2026 newsletter"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n
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News & resources from BCHC \u2013 March 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

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Building Healthy Communities together<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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\nVernon is rewriting the map for older adults and dementia caregivers <\/strong> <\/h1>\n

Vernon is embedding age- and dementia-friendly principles into its Official Community Plan \u2013 shaping every new building, sidewalk and public space to support indepen-dence, accessibility, and social inclusion for older adults.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Webinar: Salmon Arm Builds Anti-Racism Together<\/h2>\n

Watch the video for practical strategies on partnerships, Indigenous engage-ment, and commun-ity-led policy.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n

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Designing Communities That Support Aging Well<\/h2>\n

An action guide for governments outlining evidence-based strategies and innovations that help older adults age in place, strengthening health, connection, and resilience across British Columbia.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\n\n
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watch Info session on 2026 age-friendly grants<\/h2>\n

Learn more about the grants, which are open for application until March 12.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n

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A Community Belonging Project for All<\/h2>\n

Discover how the City of Powell River is reshaping municipal services to promote participation and belonging for children with disabilities. Join BC Healthy Communities, the City of Powell River, the Community Belonging Project Advisor, and Vancouver Coastal Health this spring for practical tools and real-world insights. Registration coming soon!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n

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Homes That Build Community Connections <\/h2>\n

Explore how community-driven programs spark social connection in housing. Join Hey Neighbour Collective & United Way BC on March 6 \u2014 register now!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n

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