Recently, my Constituency Assistants, Nick and Tyler, attended the announcement to begin construction on the new Burnaby Hospital! The redevelopment is expected to cost more than $1.3 billion, making it among the province’s largest healthcare investments. I am so excited for Burnaby residents to have access to two new state-of-the-art patient-care towers, a bigger ER & a new cancer treatment centre.
Upgrading the Burnaby Hospital will make a real difference for the people of Burnaby!
For more information: https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2022HLTH0033-000852
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Government launches preparedness plan for heat events, a heat alert
Last summer’s unprecedented heat dome tragically resulted in hundreds of fatalities, making it clear that we need to do more like a province to be better prepared. That’s why we’re launching the new BC Heat Alert and Response System which will send alerts directly to people’s phones during extreme heat emergencies.
We’ve also been making fundamental changes in BC’s ambulance service and are bringing in additional measures to bolster BC’s ambulance system to better respond to a significant increase in 9-1-1 calls during emergencies.
For more information: https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2022PSSG0035-000904
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Tahltan Central Government, B.C. make history under Declaration Act
Our government has a rich history of partnerships with the Tahltan Nation. By weaving together our respective government processes, we’re demonstrating the promise of reconciliation, supporting predictability & clarity for business, & encouraging investment in BC.
This historic agreement shifts our governments legal decision-making framework to respect First Nations jurisdiction, recognizing the inherent rights of the Tahltan and providing a clear, stable, and sustainable path for everyone to work together.
For more information: https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2022PREM0034-000899
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BC bid opens to buyers, suppliers, public
People, businesses and public-sector organizations can now view and bid on procurement opportunities on the newly launched BC Bid site, the Province’s online procurement marketplace. The new system will make it easier for companies of all sizes, in every region, to do business with the Province, and will create new jobs for people across B.C.
For more information: https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2022CITZ0018-000885
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I'm here for you
As always, if you have any questions or concerns about any provincial issue, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We are here to help you.
My office can be reached at (604) 775-0565 or Anne.Kang.MLA@leg.bc.ca.
Sincerely,
Anne Kang, MLA
Burnaby-Deer Lake
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Planning for change at Hall Towers
BC Housing is in the process of creating a proposed plan to redevelop Hall Towers. Part of the redevelopment would include replacing existing units with new affordable housing options.
BC Housing and City of Burnaby are holding an information session just for Hall Towers tenants on Thursday, June 16th, from 3 to 7 pm. This session will be held in the plaza outside Hall Towers. This will be a chance for you to meet the project team, ask us your questions, and tell your thoughts and ideas for the future of your community. There will be more details about the proposed plan.
You can also find more information at www.letstalkhousingbc.ca/burnaby-kingsway.
If you have more questions, please contact Michael Birmingham, Development Manager at communityrelations@bchousing.org.
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Zoom Training Sessions for Adults - Burnaby Neighbourhood House
Wednesday, June 15, 22 and 29
Join us to learn how to use Zoom efficiently and professionally!
Classes are being held on Wednesdays from 1:00 – 2:30 pm, online via Zoom.
Click on the following link to register for class:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZArcumvpj0iGtUMeKZhBotRRzjo5OR3U0vd
For more info, please email daliq@burnabynh.ca or call 604-396-6955.
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Workshop: tantrums, Meltdowns and Outbursts - Information Children & Parent Support Services Society of BC
Tantrums, Meltdowns and Outbursts! Join us as we explore how to navigate tantrums, meltdowns and outbursts, and how we can stay connected to our little ones through their big feelings. Together we will learn what is taking place developmentally, what happens in the brain, and what they are communicating through their behaviour. We will look at practical strategies of how to provide connection and support for our children (and for ourselves) during these challenging times.
Monday June 27 @ 10-11:30am
Click here to register, or see attached poster for more information. Space is limited so sign up soon.
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COVID-19 updates from the BC Centre for Disease Control
Total vaccine doses administered in B.C. are 11,883,759.
There are currently 895 new cases this week in British Columbia as of June 10, 2022. There is a total of 372,611 cases in British Columbia.
As of this week, there have been more than 19,929 new tests. Our province has adjusted testing to 2,847 people per 100,000.
For more information, please visit BCCDC's website
COVID Resources
For medical info, visit covid-19.bccdc.ca or call 811
For vaccination info, visit gov.bc.ca/getvaccinated
For financial supports for people and businesses, visit this page.
For PHO orders and guidance, visit this page.
For seniors looking for additional support, or for those looking to support seniors, call 211 or visit bc211.ca
For virtual mental health resources, click here.
For Mental Health Resources for Educators, Parents and Youth, click here.
Burnaby Family Doctor Resources
To find a family doctor, click here
To find a clinic, click here.
For non-emergency health information and advice, click here.
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