B.C. releases expert recommendations on repeat offending
Everyone deserves to feel safe in their communities. We received expert recommendations that will help shape actions to keep people and communities safe and connect people who have been committing repeat offences with the support they need to break out of that cycle. We’re determined to address the serious issue of repeated criminal activity that’s hurting communities across the province.
For more information: https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2022PSSG0059-001422
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Care enhanced for people at risk of suicide, facing mental-health crisis
People experiencing mental-health challenges, particularly thoughts of suicide and self-harm, will benefit from improved quality of care in mental-health and substance-use treatment settings.
“When people are in a mental-health crisis, we want them to receive the best possible care. That’s why our government is making system-wide improvements to transform care for those experiencing mental-health crises and suicide thoughts,” said Sheila Malcolmson, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions.
For more information: https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2022MMHA0057-001353
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Government helps raise readers with investment in literacy
Literacy is an essential skill that opens so many doors for children and their families. This year, our government is donating $500,000 to the yearly Raise-a-Reader campaign to support literacy programs offered through community organizations, public libraries and schools.
Nearly 55,000 kids, parents, and caregivers in B.C., including rural, remote and Indigenous communities, can access family literacy programs to improve their reading skills through the annual Raise-a-Reader campaign.
For more information: https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2022MUNI0048-001421
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Province invests in research infrastructure, and innovation at post-secondary institutions
It’s important to prepare people for the jobs of tomorrow. We’re providing $30 million in funding to 8 universities across B.C. to support 120 post-secondary research projects. Through these types of investments, British Columbia can attract and retain world-class talent, develop new jobs & companies, and support the advancement of research and technology.
For more information: https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2022JERI0059-001382
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On August 15, I had the privilege to see BCIT students working with Mass Timber.
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On Aug 23, my Ministry announced $202.3 million in funding for Douglas College's first student housing project.
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On August 24, I was proud to share that my Ministry was funding 1700 + paid internships for students pursuing innovation with an investment of $8.6 million for Mitacs Canada.
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On Aug 29, I celebrated the announcement of SFU's new dining commons offering locally sourced and globally inspired dining options for students!
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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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COVID-19 updates from the BC Centre for Disease Control
Total vaccine doses administered in B.C. are 12,419,400.
There are 651 new cases this week in British Columbia as of Sept 23, 2022. There is a total of 384,266 cases in British Columbia.
As of this week, there have been more than 15,724 new tests. Our province has adjusted testing to 2,246 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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