Posted on May 31, 2023
The Public Health Association of BC is proud to announce our 13th annual Public Health Summer Institute 2023 (#PHSI23) happening on Thursday, June 22nd and Friday, June 23rd, 2023.
We will be hosting the summer institute virtually, so you can attend from anywhere in the world.
We hope you will join us for two days of engaging presentation, workshops and discussions designed to provide public health professionals with the tools and competencies to deal with the latest issues in public health.
This year’s event will include two separate topics:
- June 22nd: Unpacking the complexities of artificial intelligence and its effect on population health
- June 23rd: Healthy aging and digital equity
Registration for the event is $50 plus GST. As an added bonus, registrants who are located within BC will receive a complimentary one-year membership to the Public Health Association of BC!
We will be circulating more news in the coming weeks, including information on the Scientific Program Committee, speakers, and presentations.
About PHABC’s Summer Institute
Over the last thirteen years, the summer institute has provided excellent opportunities for continuing education and professional development.
The event provides a unique evidence-based program where participants can actively learn, evaluate and test the principles of the curriculum through keynote presentations, best practice examples and case studies, team building exercises, and hands-on activities.
We strive to bring together public health professionals who work directly or indirectly with public health issues across numerous social service sectors and help to foster innovative solutions to the identified issues.
Posted on May 8, 2023
Dr. Irv Rootman is with PHABC’s Executive Director, Shannon Turner, enjoying a beautiful day in Victoria, BC.
The Public Health Association of BC congratulates Dr. Irving Rootman for receiving an Honorary Doctorate from St. Francis Xavier University for his outstanding leadership in health promotion.
Dr. Rootman is recognized internationally for his outstanding leadership in health promotion. Over his four decade career in public service and academia, he has been dedicated to effecting positive change in health policy and practice with a commitment to addressing health equity and social justice. PHABC is honoured to work alongside him towards building a fair and healthy British Columbia for all.
Dr. Rootman started his career at the University of Calgary, where he researched alcohol and drug use. Dr. Rootman holds a BA (honours) in Sociology and Psychology from the University of Alberta and a Masters of Philosophy and a PhD in Sociology from Yale University. He is a fellow of the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences, and holds an Honorary Degree from the University of Victoria.
Dr. Rootman served on many task forces and panels, and is recognized for his scholarly accomplishments. He has worked as a Researcher, Research Manager, and Educator in the federal government, the World Health Organization, the University of Toronto, and the University of Victoria.
He accepted a post-doctoral award in England, which resulted in 18 research papers on drug use, mental health and suicide. Returning to Canada, he was hired as Chief of Epidemiology and Social Research by the Directorate on the Non-Medical Use of Drugs, then part of Health and Welfare Canada.
He went on to serve as Chief of Health Promotion Studies in the Health Promotion Directorate of Health and Welfare Canada; led the landmark Canadian Health Promotion Survey; and served as a Professor at the University of Toronto, where he helped establish the Centre for Health Promotion as its first Director.
He was later honoured by the Michael Smith Foundation as the Health Research Distinguished Scholar. At the University of Victoria he served as Executive Director, Health and Learning Knowledge Centre.
His leadership prompted webinars in collaboration with the National Collaborating Centre for Determinants of Health at St. Francis University. Although retired, he remains active: he is a member of the Executive Committee of Health Promotion Canada, and Chair of their Academic Committee; a member of the Professional Development Working Group; and a member of the Capacity-Building Committee for the Public Health Association of BC.
Posted on April 24, 2023
Public Health Summer Institute 2023
June 22nd & 23rd 9:00am – 2:00pm PST
ONLINE EVENT – TICKETS $50.00+tax
PHABC is proud to announce our 13th annual public health summer institute, happening Thursday June 23th and Friday June 24th, 2023.
This summer institute will be hosted entirely online, so no matter where you are in the country you can join us virtually. Registration will open in early May; for only $50 plus taxes you can join us online to learn about emerging issues in public health informatics and healthy aging & digital equity.
As an added bonus, registrants who are located within BC will receive a complimentary one-year membership to the Public Health Association of BC!
We will be releasing more information on the summer institute; it’s agenda, featured speakers, etc., in the coming weeks. To keep up to date on everything summer institute related please check back on our website in early May.
Posted on April 12, 2023
Planting the Seed: Harvesting connections, ideas and community
Farm to School BC’s first provincial conference will convene a diverse group of food champions who are working to bring more healthy, local, and sustainable foods to the minds and plates of students in K-12 schools across BC.
Set for May 18th to 19th, 2023. Together, let’s harvest connections, ideas, and community this spring!
- Goals: To celebrate the impact of both budding and established school food initiatives, listen to diverse f2s champions’ experiences and perspectives around school food, and generate a revitalized sense of connectedness and empowerment in our community.
- Theme: Planting the seed: Harvesting Connections, Ideas and Community.
Direct questions and concerns to Emily Faris our Event Coordinator at events.coordinator@farmtoschoolbc.ca.
Farm to School BC is a Public Health Association of BC program for public good and is supported by the Province of British Columbia.
Registration
The early bird registration has closed, and final ticket prices are now in effect. Remember, we offer discounts for students attending secondary or post-secondary institutions and for seniors aged 65 and above.
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Draft Program Released
Farm to School BC is thrilled to unveil the preliminary schedule for the “Planting the Seed” Conference! Take a sneak peek at the two-day itinerary.
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Support the Conference
Promote sustainable local food systems by supporting Farm to School BC’s 2023 Conference, Planting the Seed. Bursaries will fund equitable, diverse representation and participation.
Sponsorships will fund operational expenses. Be recognized as a force for public good with your organization’s brand on our conference materials. Learn More
Faces of the Conference
Familiarize yourself with our Keynote Speakers, Megan Zeni, Room to Play Consulting, and Jared Qwustenuxun Williams, Indigenous Food Educator.
Also, get to know the Program Advisory Body (PAB) members who are instrumental in shaping our program. Learn More
Volunteer
We are in search of volunteers who can assist us in making this conference a success.
The commitment required is a total of eight hours of work spread over the two days of the conference.
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Conference Field Trips
As part of our goal to highlight and celebrate the work of local food organizations, we are hosting three field trips on Wednesday, May 17th.
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Social Event
Join us for the post-conference networking and social event on May 18th from 4pm to 6pm at the Gallery on the 4th floor of the Nest.
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Venue and Accommodations
This conference is taking place in The Nest at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver. Further details about how to get there, accessibility, and discounts for nearby hotels are on our website.
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Posted on April 11, 2023
Dr. Tim Takaro, Professor Emeritus and Physician-Scientist in the Faculty of Health Sciences at Simon Fraser University, shares his recent climate activism in an exploration of the ethics of climate change and health action.
Watch the recording now:
