Throne's speech lays out plans to build a stronger B.C. by putting people first
The throne speech highlights our government’s plans to support people – whether they are rebuilding after the fire and floods or simply getting through this difficult wave of COVID-19. In the year ahead, we will continue to improve health care, fight climate change and help communities prepare for extreme weather, make everyday life more affordable, and train people for the jobs of the future.
We’ve been through a lot together and there’s no doubt that there will be more challenges ahead. But by looking out for each other, we have shown we can overcome anything that gets thrown our way.
For more information: https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2022PREM0007-000182
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One million jobs forecast in B.C.'s Labour Market Outlook
We continue to lead Canada’s economic recovery with more than 100,000 jobs added in 2021. B.C.’s latest Labour Market Outlook forecasts more than 1 million job openings into the next decade, creating opportunities for students and job seekers to develop their skills and find rewarding jobs of the future.
Nearly 80% of these future job openings will require some level of post-secondary education or training. My Ministry will work hard to break down barriers and expand affordable post-secondary and skills training opportunities, so that with the right supports, the people of British Columbia can benefit from the good jobs this report project. By investing in people, we’re building a stronger, more inclusive economy for everyone.
For more information: https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2022AEST0004-000172
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Child care providers will receive additional health, safety funding
Child care professionals are at the heart of child care and they’ve been working tirelessly since the start of the pandemic. We’re investing $20 million in one-time grants to help licensed child care providers meet the challenges of additional pandemic-related health and safety costs.
These grants will help make sure child care providers can continue to keep kids safe and healthy.
For more information: https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2022CFD0003-000171
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The first jobs report for this year shows the resilience of our province and its people
Despite Omicron, floods, and everything that has been thrown at us, B.C. continues to lead the country in economic recovery, having recovered all jobs lost at the outset of the pandemic.
We created 4,200 jobs, have an unemployment rate of 5.1% and our employment is now 102.4%, the highest in the country.
For more information: https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2022JERI0006-000162
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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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Music for Young Children
Ongoing Sunbeam 2 Class
Saturday: 11:15 AM- 12:15 PM
Central Burnaby Keyboard-based music program encouraging kids ages 6-7 to be creative, inventive and imaginative. Group lessons (limited to 3) or via ZOOM. Must have 1 year of previous piano lessons.
For info and cost call Susan Kiddie, 604-430-8858 or 604-789-1541 or email: skiddie@shaw.ca
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Burnaby Neighborhood House Youth Employment Program
Feb 7- 25
The Youth Employment Program is a 13-week program that aims to help youth overcome barriers to employment by providing career training, skills development workshops, employment counselling, job search strategies and work experience with local employers. ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:
- Youth aged 15-30
- Not a full-time student
- Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident or Refugee
- Legally entitled to work in Canada
- Not actively participating in another government-funded employment program
- Double Vaccinated
- A resident of Metro Vancouver
Please contact Saba if you are interested in this program, or have any questions.
Phone: 604-431-0400 or 236-858-4979 Email: sabaf@burnabynh.ca
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Family Day Hike
Monday, February 21
10 AM- 12 PM
Creekside Youth Centre 2720 Beaverbrook Cres
Ages 6-99
Join us for a fun, safe and low-cost hike on Burnaby Mountain. We'll learn more about our backyard forest and the essentials for hiking. Light refreshments will be provided.
For more information, call 604-415-760
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COVID-19 updates from the BC Centre for Disease Control
Total vaccine doses administered in B.C. are 11.043,787.
There are currently 1,318 new cases in British Columbia as of February 11, 2022. There is a total of 337,547 cases in British Columbia.
As of today, there have been more than 9,863 new tests. Our province has adjusted testing to 8,950 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.
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