The mandate for the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) states: “The truth telling and reconciliation process as part of an overall holistic and compressive response to the Indian Residential School…
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PHABC and POVC value and advocate for 2SLGBQTIA+ rights
The Public Health Association of BC (PHABC) and Prevention of Violence Canada (POVC) recognize that people who identify as 2SLGBQTIA+ continue to face barriers to accessing equitable, safe, and reliable…
Investments in compassion and dignity: PHABC welcomes BC Budget 2023
PHABC’s media advisory on BC Budget 2023 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Summary PHABC applauds vital investments in housing, healthcare, childcare, safety, environmental health and food security. PHABC also supports the…
Canada’s moral obligation: Truth and Reconciliation
PHABC emphasizes that our moral obligation as Canadians is to bring peace and to honour Indigenous means of transforming societal harmony. It’s hard to put into words the raw emotions…
Misinformation and Disinformation: Agents of Abuse
Statement from the Public Health Association of BC (PHABC) and Prevention of Violence Canada (POVC) This statement concerns the level of rage directed at the female Deputy Prime Minister, Chrystia…
British Columbia’s multi-crises requires 6% investment in public health for long-term solutions
PHABC’s media statement regarding the Report on the Budget 2023 Consultation FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Summary Every one dollar spent in public health, BC saves seven dollars in mental health and…