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People with injuries, disabilities supported getting back to work
In celebration of B.C. Disability Employment Month, people with disabilities or recovering from a physical injury or mental-health challenge will receive extra help in their recovery and safe return to work thanks to $4 million in funding to the National Institute of Disability Management and Research (NIDMAR).
An inclusive B.C. means all British Columbians receive employment support if needed to find meaningful work.
This funding for NIDMAR supports employers in establishing and sustaining workplaces that are barrier-free, thus ensuring all British Columbians can be part of our workforce.
Read more: https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2023SDPR0053-001412
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B.C. communities can apply for new Foundry centres to support young people
More young people in British Columbia will soon have access to vital mental-health and substance-use supports as communities can now submit applications to bring a Foundry centre to their area.
Every young person in British Columbia needs access to health-care services that meets their unique needs, regardless of their location.
Expanding the Foundry network will make it easier for young people and their families to get the help they need, right in their own community.
Read more: https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2023MMHA0061-001407
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Young people with mental-health challenges get more support
The province is investing $3 million over the next three years to support the continued delivery of YMCA’s Y Mind and Mind Medicine programs in 30 communities across B.C.
This will help teens and young adults struggling with stress and anxiety access mental wellness training program that will support them on their journey to well-being.
We know that more young people are reaching out for help with mental-health challenges and this program helps provide the tools they need to not only cope, but to thrive.
Read more: https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2023MMHA0060-001406
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More communities can access active transportation grants
Indigenous and local governments seeking to advance infrastructure and planning projects that support healthy communities and cleaner travel can now submit their applications to the B.C. Active Transportation Infrastructure Grants program, which opened Sept. 1, 2023.
Whether it’s building a new multi-use trail, installing better bike parking, or establishing active transportation network plans using our design guide, these projects improve quality of life for people and the livability of our neighbourhoods.
Through the program, the province partners with Indigenous, local and regional governments to make cost-sharing investments of as much as $500,000 in eligible infrastructure projects.
Read more: https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2023MOTI0139-001395
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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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Provincial Government Resources
Visit gov.bc.ca/getvaccinated for your influenza and COVID-19 vaccination info
Call 811 for free-of-charge provincial health information and advice.
Call 211 for free, confidential, multilingual service that links people to resources for help. Burnaby Family Doctor Resources
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