New video in NCCMT’s “Understanding Research Evidence” series!
The short videos in this series explain some important terms that you may encounter in research evidence. Our latest video uses hypothetical data on teen mental health as an example to illustrate how to calculate and use results reported as a Standardized Mean Difference.
Critical Appraisal of Guidelines is a free, interactive and self-paced module designed for public health practitioners and decision-makers who are involved in the implementation of evidence in practice or program development.
Learn about the criteria used to critically appraise guidelines and how to apply those criteria to the guidelines you find.
CHNET-WORKS! is pleased to announce that we are booking webinars for September 2015 – March 2016. For more information on partnering with CHNET-Works! please contact lchilds@uottawa.ca We walk you through preparation, delivery and follow up; providing templates and tools and guidance!
The Greater Victoria School District is currently accepting applications for a Meal Program Dietitian, under the direction of the District Principal of Student Services.
The Meal Program Dietitian is responsible for menu planning, quality assurance, education and evaluation of the food and nutrition related components of the School Meal Program. The School Meal Dietitian will ensure that the School Meal Program meets the Healthy Schools BC requirements.
Applicants must have a minimum of a Bachelor or Baccalaureate Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics and a Dietetic internship or equivalent, extensive knowledge of menu planning and quality assurance procedures, experience in nutrition education, be a member of the College of Dietitians of British Columbia (CDBC) and possess a valid BC Driver’s License and have a vehicle available for use during working hours. The duties as required as they relate to food and nutrition issues.
This position is a term contract at a pay rate of $29.00 per hour, up to 200 hours per year.
To apply, please send your cover letter, resume, proof of qualifications and references to:
Position details: Part-time (2 days/week) position from October 2015 to October 2016. Possibility of contract extension and/or additional hours, fundraising permitting.
Vancity Community Foundation operates as Secretariat for the BC Poverty Reduction Coalition so the position is coordinated through their office in downtown Vancouver and the successful applicant will be a Vancity employee.
Important information: the application process is through the Vancity website but please refer to this posting for responsibilities and required skills (you do not need business knowledge or post-secondary education!)
Salary: Gross salary at 0.4-time for 12 months will be $18,950.
The BC Poverty Reduction Coalition (BCPRC) aims to raise public awareness about poverty in BC and build support for a provincial poverty reduction plan from the government of British Columbia. We are seeking a Communications and Outreach Assistant to support the BCPRC’s ongoing communications and outreach efforts under the direction of the Community Organizer. It involves a mix of strategic communications, youth and community engagement, facilitation, creative services and administration.
Submit a cover letter and CV including at least three names of references on or before Friday September 25, 2015 through theVancity website here.
Inquiries specifically about the job may be directed to Trish Garner at 604-877-4553. Please do not phone to confirm receipt of your application. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
The BCPRC welcomes applications from diverse candidates, including Aboriginal people, immigrants, people with disabilities, single mothers, queer and/or transgender people, and people with experience living in poverty.
The Senior Communications Strategist will work with closely with the Communications Director to provide leadership to the overall communications strategy, with a focus on social media engagement and development-driven outreach. This position will play a lead role in shaping the CCPA-BC’s voice and communicating our role and impact.
