Investing in Chilcare!💰👪

Dear <<First Name>>,

It is hard to believe that March is already here! It won't be long before the warm weather arrives. As we move forward to the bright days ahead I encourage you to bring a heart full of love and compassion for yourself and others.

May all that you do in this new month be productive and successful. Happy March, my friend.

We are continuing our Ministry Spotlight section where we highlight the key accomplishments my ministry, the Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Education, has achieved in the year 2021!

Building Student Housing

My ministry's highest priority is ensuring that people can access and be successful in their post-secondary training and education. These investments in post-secondary education and skill training will build a strong and resilient workforce that is ready for any challenge.

New Student Housing across B.C.

In September 2021, we announced the creation of 5,854 new student housing beds.

My ministry remains committed to helping students by removing barriers to education by building thousands of new student beds throughout B.C. Students need access to affordable on-campus housing so they can focus on their studies instead of their finances.

Jace Lamoureax, student, Selkirk College –

“Living in student housing, I’m only a short walk away from all of my classes and extracurriculars. It opens so many other opportunities as well, such as on-campus work, getting involved in the student community and being close to new friends. Living on campus makes the beginning of many students’ post-secondary journeys influential and unforgettable.”

Here are some things I'd like to share with you from the week:

Families will save more on child care through Budget 2022

Before we formed the government, child care in B.C. had been underfunded and neglected for far too long. We’re making life better for families through Budget 2022 by continuing to invest in child care that will reduce costs for parents, improve access to child care and build the spaces families need.

With Budget 2022, more families will save as we move closer than ever to our planned $10/day child care. Through a new agreement with the federal government, families will see an average 50% reduction in costs for full-time care for children 5 and under by the end of the year. And families with children in preschool programs and before- and after-school care will see reduced fees to an average of $20 per day by September 2023.

There’s still more work to do, but we’re making progress towards our goals of delivering universal child care to B.C. families.

For more information: https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2022CFD0007-000286

New life sciences investment helps build stronger B.C.

Life sciences is a powerful sector that touches every part of our lives – from health, food security, natural resources and more. As announced in Budget 2022 and aligned with the Stronger BC Economic Plan, we’re providing nearly $195 million in grant funding to Michaele Smith Health Research BC and Genome BC.

This funding will ensure British Columbians and people around the world will benefit from the life-changing work of B.C.’s world-renowned life sciences sector.

For more information: https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2022JERI0007-000280

Record investments to create a clean economy for the future

The last two years have shown us that the place we call home is at risk like never before from the effects of climate change. That’s why we’re investing more than $1.2 billion in new funding for CleanBC through Budget 2022.

This investment will help accelerate actions to strengthen communities and expand opportunities for clean economic growth.

For more information: https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2022FIN0007-000272

February Snapshots

On February 2, I celebrated Lunar New Year with the Indonesian-Canadian community!

On February 4, I did my part and got my booster vaccination at my local pharmacy.

On February 11, MLA Ronna-Raw Leonard, MLA Michele Babchuk and I announced the first student housing project for North Island College!

On February 21, I celebrated Family Day with my loved ones!

On February 26, I walked to support The Coldest Night of the Year for people experiencing homelessness in Burnaby and beyond. Our Burnaby Team collectively raised over $100,000!

On February 28, I was honoured to be at the BC Care Awards ceremony and celebrate many of the best people in the continuing care sector.

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

Free Beginner Tango Class

7 PM- 8 PM

World Dance Co.
4858 Imperial St.

You can tango like you're from Argentina! Try Tango dancing in the fun, festive, setting of the World dance Co studio! Come by yourself or with a partner. Also available Sunday, April 17

For more information, please call 604-517-4644

Standard First Aid

Sat Mar 12- Sun Mar 13
9 AM- 3:30 PM

Edmonds Community Centre
7433 Edmonds St.

Cost: $146.30

This course is the most comprehensive first aid training program for the general public and is a prerequisite for the National Lifeguard program. Rescuers are trained in the skills and knowledge needed to assess and provide basic life support.

Includes CPR-C certification.

Ages 14+

For more information please call 604-297-4838

Foundation of Youth Leadership

ONGOING

Burnaby Neighbourhood House
4908 Hastings St.

For youth in grades 8-12 who want to develop leadership skills, make friends and get active in the community. For info on dates and times to register, contact Sophia at 236-889-4068 or email: leadership@burnabynh.ca

COVID-19 updates from the BC Centre for Disease Control

Total vaccine doses administered in B.C. are 11,355,173.

There are currently 391 new cases in British Columbia as of March 4, 2022. There is a total of 349,604 cases in British Columbia.

As of today, there have been more than 7,074 new tests. Our province has adjusted testing to 6,990 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.

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