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BCHC November 2025 newsletter

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News & resources from BCHC – November 2025

Building Healthy Communities together

BC Healthy Communities welcomes two new members to its Board

BC Healthy Communities strengthens its leadership team with the addition of Eda Mallhi and Ian Brunskill, and thanks departing board members for their years of dedicated service.

Cranbrook’s ‘less talk, more action’ builds stronger collaboration

A BCHC-supported project brought local service providers together to confront barriers, share ideas and lay the groundwork for lasting collaboration

Parent speaker series returns this fall

Comox’s free five-week Early Years Parent Speaker Series runs Tuesdays, Oct. 28–Dec. 2, offering expert parenting insights and connection opportunities at the Comox Community Centre.

Solutions to End Financial Abuse

Join this important webinar on Nov. 12 exploring how economic and financial abuse impacts lives, and discover practical strategies and systemic solutions to support those affected across Canada.

Meals on Wheels Nourishes Communities

Care BC’s Meals on Wheels programs deliver nutritious meals to seniors and others in need across Vancouver, Richmond, and the North Shore—supporting health, independence and connection.

Building Health Through Indigenous Planning

Join Indigenous planners from Sa̱nala Planning and Cwelcwélt Consulting to explore how culturally grounded planning strengthens community connections, fosters collaboration, and promotes healthier, more resilient communities.

Investing in Healthier Ageing Pays Off

An OECD report shows promoting healthy ageing and community care can ease rising health costs, boost productivity, and sustain economic growth through prevention, home care, and coordinated services.

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