January 18, 2018 – The Public Health Association of British Columbia, Farm to Cafeteria Canada and the Whole Kids Foundation are launching a call for projects for schools that want to make student access to healthy, local and sustainable food a priority. Thanks to a new panCanadian Farm to School Canada Grant program led by Farm to Cafeteria Canada, up to 5 grants (valued at up to $10,000 each) are available for schools in British Columbia that wish to engage students in a Farm to School salad bar progra.
“Farm to Cafeteria Canada is an important partner of the Public Health Association of British Columbia in ensuring children in British Columbia have access to healthy and nutritious food. We welcome their collaboration and are thrilled to be working so closely with federal government and other jurisdictions in the country” say Shannon Turner, Executive Director, Public Health Association of British Columbia.
“There is a food revolution afoot in Canadian schools. Parents, teachers, students, and food service workers are clamouring for a fresh local crunch in school lunch and local farmers and fishers are eager to deliver. We are excited about the opportunity to continue to seed, feed, and watch this movement grow!” says Joanne Bays, National Manager Farm to Cafeteria Canada.
The application deadline is March 31, 2018. For more information about the grant program and to see the inspiring stories from past grantees visit: http://www.farmtocafeteriacanada.ca/ourwork/farm-to-school-canada-grants/ Farm to School: A growing movement
Farm to Cafeteria Canada is proud to champion the national Farm to School movement. F2CC works closely with the Public Health Association of BC, the lead agency spearheading Farm to School efforts in British Columbia. Today, more than 11,000 schools and campuses across the country are providing more than 750,000 students with an opportunity to experience Farm to School through school gardens, cooking programs, salad bars and many other activities. These schools and campuses estimate they spend nearly $16 million annually on local food.
The national Farm to School Canada Grant program was created as a partnership between the Whole Kids Foundation (WFK) and Farm to Cafeteria Canada (F2CC). To date, the WKF has invested over $1 million in this program designed to support school communities in their endeavours to get more healthy local foods on the minds and on the plates of students. F2CC is the national agency delivering the Farm to School Canada Grant program.
A dynamic role for a skilled analyst with excellent research and communication skills
The Health Sector Workforce Division is responsible for managing over $3.0 billion in public health care funding for physician and supplementary services. Our focus is patients. Our role is to direct medical services funding to get the best value in patient care. Our mission is to support patient access to high-quality, cost-effective, and evidence-based medical services throughout British Columbia. With these principles at the forefront, the Division leads the Ministry in directing change in physician clinical practice (patient care); negotiating and managing compensation for physicians and supplementary benefit practitioners; and developing policy and managing operations for the Medical Services Plan. In addition, the Division engages in rigorous critical analysis and strategic management to support its overall strategic direction.
The Compensation Analyst, working independently or as part of a team, provides analysis, direction and advice in the disciplines of forecasting, estimating, implementation, and interpretation of processes and practices related to physician compensation. The Compensation Analyst provides quality services to a variety of stakeholders within and outside the Ministry. This includes the application, interpretation and impact analyses of cost data, methodologies, and policies/procedures related to physician compensation programs managed by the branch, e.g. the Alternative Payments Program (APP), the Medical On-Call Availability Program (MOCAP), and Rural Practice Programs.
Qualifications for this role include:
Degree in Business, Public Administration, Human Resources, Social Sciences, Health or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience (minimum of 3 years) in analyzing and resolving compensation and/or business/program issues and implementing change.
Experience working with complex and multi-faceted compensation and/or business/program policies and issues.
Demonstrated experience in developing cost-benefit analyses, and options to resolve diverse and complex issues.
Experience anticipating and identifying issues, analyzing and assessing their impact and providing advanced warning to management related to projects, compensation, data accuracy, etc.
Experience communicating and consulting with stakeholders on sensitive issues with tact and discretion.
Experience identifying trends and resolving related issues, developing workable alternatives, creating project plans, etc.
An opportunity for rewarding work that is rich in indigenous culture, and enjoy ocean vistas, outdoor recreational activities, and a relaxing lifestyle
The Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council Nursing Department is currently accepting qualified applications for a full-time Primary Care Nurse on the West Coast of Vancouver Island. The Primary Care Nurse is based out of the Tofino NTC Nursing office providing primary and remote nursing service to the Ahousaht Nation.
Preferred Qualifications:
♦ Remote Nursing Certification
♦ Minimum of 2 years clinical nursing experience with First Nations with expertise in Relational Practice, Reflective Practice and Trauma-Informed care
♦ Community Health Nursing experience particularly in Maternal/Child/Communicable Disease Programs
♦ Must have a car and a valid driver’s license
♦ Clean criminal record
To be considered for this opening, you must have a current license with CRNBC and provide acceptable references.
Our Nurses receive a competitive salary, benefit package, subsidized travel and self-directed professional development plus regular in-service.
If you have any questions, please call Jeannette Watts, Nursing Manager at: 250.724.5757.
Apply by January 22, 2018 by sending your cover letter, resume and three references to:
Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council P.O. Box 1383 Port Alberni, BC V9Y 7M2
Attn.: Human Resource Manager
Fax: (250) 723-0463
Email: apply@nuuchahnulth.org
(We regret that we will only respond to those applicants chosen for an interview)
The Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council (NTC) is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse to provide a full continuum of Community Health Nursing services to individuals in a variety of community-based settings in NTC’s Southern Region territory. Our Nursing services follow the Nuu-chah-nulth Nursing framework that ensures culturally safe, relational, reflective and trauma informed Nursing Practice. This position is based out of Port Alberni.
Responsibilities will also include:
♦ Provide comprehensive health care with an emphasis on healthy living, illness prevention, health education, chronic disease management, and clinical intervention.
♦ Establish and maintain community partnerships to help address health issues, reduce the incidence of disease, and to enhance the health of individuals, families groups and general populations
Preferred Qualifications:
♦ Current RN license with the College of Registered Nurses of British Columbia (CRNBC)
♦ CRNBC Certification in Sexually Transmitted Infection Management is an asset
♦ Familiarity with Panorama, Mustimuhw cEMR, or other related electronic medical record charting system will be considered an asset
♦ Experience working with First Nations will be considered an asset
♦ Must have a valid BC Driver’s license, access to a reliable vehicle, and be prepared to travel within the region
♦ Provide acceptable references and criminal record check
The successful applicant will receive a competitive salary, benefits package (including 2 weeks paid winter break, supplemental vacation after 5 years and reimbursement of nursing licensing fees), self-directed professional development, regular in-services, and subsidized travel.
Further questions can be directed to Robyn Clarke, Community Health Nurse Clinical Leader.
Telephone: (250) 724-5757.
Apply by January 22, 2018 by sending your cover letter, resume and three references (available to contact) to:
Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council P.O. Box 1383 Port Alberni, BC V9Y 7M2
Attn.: Human Resource Manager
Fax: (250) 723-0463
Email: apply@nuuchahnulth.org
(We regret that we will only respond to those applicants chosen for an interview)
An opportunity for rewarding work that is rich in indigenous culture, and explore Vancouver Island’s scenic vistas, waterways and towering rain forests
The Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council (NTC) is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse to provide a full continuum of Community Health Nursing services to individuals in a variety of community-based settings in NTC’s Northern Region territory. Our Nursing services follow the Nuu-chah-nulth Nursing framework that ensures culturally safe, relational, reflective and trauma informed Nursing Practice. This position is based out of Gold River.
Responsibilities will also include:
♦ Provide comprehensive health care with an emphasis on healthy living, illness prevention, health education, chronic disease management, and clinical intervention
♦ Establish and maintain community partnerships to help address health issues, reduce the incidence of disease, and to enhance the health of individuals, families groups and general populations
Preferred Qualifications:
♦ Current RN license with the College of Registered Nurses of British Columbia (CRNBC)
♦ Experience working with First Nations will be considered an asset
♦ Familiarity with Panorama, Mustimuhw cEMR, or other related electronic medical record charting system will be considered an asset
♦ Must have a valid BC Driver’s license, access to a reliable vehicle, and be prepared to travel within the region
♦ Provide acceptable references and criminal record check
The successful applicant will receive a competitive salary, benefits package, self-directed professional development, regular in-services, and subsidized travel.
Further questions can be directed to Robyn Clarke, Community Health Nurse Clinical Leader,
Telephone: 250.724.5757.
Apply by January 22, 2018 by sending your cover letter, resume and three references to:
Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council P.O. Box 1383 Port Alberni, BC V9Y 7M2
Attn.: Human Resource Manager
Fax: (250) 723-0463
Email: apply@nuuchahnulth.org
(We regret that we will only respond to those applicants chosen for an interview)
Reporting to the Deputy Minister, Health and Social Services and as a key member of the department’s executive team, the Assistant Deputy Minister (ADM) is responsible for leading Health Services delivery and innovation across this truly unique Canadian territory. The ADM is accountable for ensuring programs and mechanisms meet the needs of and contribute towards the wellness of all Yukon residents, and are resource effective and culturally appropriate. The focus of the work is ensuring Yukon’s health services improve the patient care experience, attain better health outcomes and provide value for money in health spending. The success of this position will depend on the incumbent’s ability to establish effective relationships and work collaboratively with other members of the department’s senior executive team, governments (federal, provincial/territorial, municipal, and First Nations), patients, clients and their families, communities and NGO’s to achieve and execute on a shared vision.
The ideal candidate brings a proven track record in integrating and operationalizing significant change, and the ability to make difficult decisions by employing an evidence-based approach. An experienced executive with strong strategic planning, policy development and program management/implementation skills, the ADM will be capable of balancing multiple priorities in a complex, multi-disciplinary, high profile public service work environment.
Modern in approach, the ADM will also drive a renewed sense of engagement within the department and staff, while utilizing technical expertise and political savvy to navigate issues and move agendas forward with diligence and sensitivity.
The selected candidate will bring extensive, progressive senior leadership experience in health services or related administration and hold a Master’s degree in a health-related discipline (or equivalent experience). Clinical experience is an asset.
If this exceptional opportunity is the next step in your career, submit your application to Allison Rzen and Jennifer Madden at www.pfmsearch.com.
Yukon is a land of rich culture, natural beauty, outdoor adventure and welcoming people. Having a meaningful professional life in one of Canada’s most stunning and unique natural and cultural regions – and plenty of exciting opportunities to develop and grow your career path too – is what it means to be a part of the Yukon public service.
As members of the Yukon public service, we are able to make a genuine difference in our communities. Every day, we work closely with both the people we serve and with the decision-makers who guide the policies that affect our lives. A career with us allows you to be a part of that process and watch the results of your work come to life in the real world.
