COVID-19 BC Education Update – April 28, 2020
Honourable Minister of Education providing an update on education in BC
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Vaccination Week in the Americas 2020
Between April 25 and May 2, 2020, the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) and its partners will celebrate the 18th annual Vaccination Week in the Americas with the slogan “Love. Trust. Protect. #GetVax.” This year’s campaign wants to bring to mind the love people have for their children, themselves, and their communities; the trust in vaccines´ ability to save lives; and the protection they provide from diseases for everyone, everywhere.
More information can be found HERE:
Health Habits During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Canada’s lockdown for the COVID-19 pandemic has placed heavy restrictions on individuals and businesses, which have altered many commonplace activities, from preparing and consuming foods to shopping, exercising and spending time outdoors. The health of adults in Canada is changing, and not just because of the virus, but also because of pre-existing and newly emerging health habits.
Throughout this period of social isolation, adults are spending more time preparing meals and drinking alcohol at home, but spending less time exercising and going outside, according to four weeks of recent survey data from the Vanier Institute of the Family, the Association for Canadian Studies and Leger1 and other pandemic data sources.
These patterns will be important to watch throughout the duration of the pandemic, given the potential impacts on both physical and mental health among families across the country.
The Vanier Institute of the Family is a national, independent, charitable organization dedicated to understanding the diversity and complexity of families and the reality of family life in Canada. Through publications, research initiatives, presentations and social media, the Institute works to enhance the national understanding of how families interact with, have an impact on and are affected by social, economic, environmental and cultural forces.
Read the full report HERE
Harm Reduction Policies and Interventions During COVID-19 Webinar
Tue, Apr 28, 2020 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM PDT
During COVID 19, the importance of physical distancing and isolation are critical to prevent spread of the virus. However, implementing such measures is challenging when policies or daily survival make it difficult to stay at home or shelter in place. The role of organizational harm reduction policies and interventions such as managed alcohol and safe supply will be discussed in the context of COVID 19. Bernie Pauly is a community based researcher and educator who has been involved in designing and evaluating harm reduction policies and interventions in multiple settings for more than a decade. She is a Professor in Nursing and a Scientist at the University of Victoria and the Canadian Institute for Substance Use Research.
Go HERE to register.
Support for students and new grads affected by COVID-19
Post-secondary students are feeling the economic impacts of COVID-19. Many students were preparing to start a summer job in May, and are now worried about how to pay rent and cover basic living expenses, while recent graduates are struggling to find meaningful work. This is a critical point in their lives, and we must do everything possible to support their future.
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced comprehensive support of nearly $9 billion for post-secondary students and recent graduates. This plan will help provide the financial support they need this summer, help them continue their studies in the fall, and help many get the experience they need to start their careers. These measures include launching:
- the proposed Canada Emergency Student Benefit, which would provide support to students and new graduates who are not eligible for the Canada Emergency Response Benefit. This benefit would provide $1,250 per month for eligible students or $1,750 per month for eligible students with dependents or disabilities. The benefit would be available from May to August 2020.
- the new Canada Student Service Grant, which will help students gain valuable work experience and skills while they help their communities during the COVID‑19 pandemic. For students who choose to do national service and serve their communities, the new Canada Student Service Grant will provide up to $5,000 for their education in the fall.
More info HERE
PHABC Celebrates Earth Day Today
