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The Public Health Association of BC is a voluntary, non-profit, non-government, member driven organization that provides leadership to promote health, well-being and social equity.
You're invited to complete this survey to help us identify opportunities and challenges in your public health role that PHABC should be aware of. At the end of the survey, you have the option to enter to win one (1) full pass to PHABC's Fall 2026 Conference (date TBD).

Link:
phabc.hostedincanada...
November 19, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Transgender Awareness Week (Nov 13-19) is a week when transgender people and their allies take action to bring attention to the trans community by educating the public about who transgender people are, sharing stories and experiences, and advancing advocacy around issues of prejudice,
November 15, 2025 at 7:16 PM
Transgender Awareness Week (Nov 13-19) is a week when transgender people and their allies take action to bring attention to the trans community by educating the public about who transgender people are, sharing stories and experiences, and advancing advocacy around issues of prejudice,
November 14, 2025 at 7:00 PM
You're invited to complete this survey to help us identify opportunities and challenges in your public health role that PHABC should be aware of. At the end of the survey, you have the option to enter to win one (1) full pass to PHABC's Fall 2026 Conference (date TBD).

Link:
phabc.hostedincanada...
November 13, 2025 at 10:00 PM
This Remembrance Day PHABC honours those who served and continue to serve our country in times of war, military conflict and peace. Take the opportunity to thank a Veteran, listen to their story, and learn more about those who have served Canada in uniform, at home and abroad. #LestWeForget
November 11, 2025 at 6:00 PM
November is Indigenous Disability Awareness Month (IDAM), a time to celebrate the achievements and valuable social, economic and cultural contributions made by Indigenous persons with disabilities in Canada.
November 11, 2025 at 8:00 AM
November is Indigenous Disability Awareness Month (IDAM), a time to celebrate the achievements and valuable social, economic and cultural contributions made by Indigenous persons with disabilities in Canada.
November 6, 2025 at 6:46 PM
The 2025 International Day of the Girl theme is “The girl I am, the change I lead: Girls on the frontlines of crisis”.
October 11, 2025 at 5:00 PM
World Mental Health Day serves as a powerful reminder that there is no health without mental health.
October 10, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Concussion Awareness Week is Sep. 21 to 27. It is estimated that at least 1 in every 167 Canadian adults suffer a concussion each year. Concussions are a serious brain injury that can happen to anyone, anywhere, at anytime.
September 21, 2025 at 5:10 PM
The International Day of Peace (“Peace Day”) is observed around the world each year on 21 September. From peacekeepers on the front lines of conflict, to community members, to students in classrooms around the world, everyone has a role to play.
September 20, 2025 at 5:00 PM
For over four decades, the Terry Fox Foundation has worked to achieve Terry’s vision – a world without cancer. Our researchers, our staff and our thousands of volunteers are determined to reach that goal.
September 14, 2025 at 5:00 PM
This year’s theme for World First Aid day is: “First Aid and Climate Change,” shines a light on the growing impact of extreme weather events—such as floods, wildfires, and heatwaves—and the essential role first aid plays in building safer, more resilient communities. tinyurl.com/2kh7zfup
September 13, 2025 at 5:00 PM
More people die by suicide than in motor vehicle collisions in many provinces: it’s often the leading cause of injury death. The theme for World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD) 2024-2026 is “Changing the Narrative on Suicide”.
September 10, 2025 at 6:00 PM
In 2024, fentanyl was responsible for 75 per cent of opioid-overdose deaths in Canada, which represents an increase of 32 per cent since 2016.
August 31, 2025 at 5:00 PM
World Humanitarian Day is a time to honour those who step into crises to help others, & stand with the millions of people whose lives hang in the balance. In 2024 alone over 380 humanitarian workers were killed. This year the humanitarian system is stretched to its limits.
August 19, 2025 at 6:00 PM
International Youth Day focuses on bringing youth issues to the attention of the international community and celebrating the potential of youth as partners in today’s global society. 67% of people believe in a better future, with 15 to 17 year-olds being the most optimistic about this.
August 12, 2025 at 6:00 PM
The 2025 theme is Indigenous Peoples and AI: Defending Rights, Shaping Futures. AI systems often exclude or misrepresent Indigenous Peoples, reflecting colonial biases. If developed, implemented & governed ethically, it can support language revitalization & cultural preservation.
August 9, 2025 at 6:00 PM
PHABC is hiring a Software Developer Analyst to be an integral team member responsible for the IT component of a province-wide engagement initiative, the Strengthening Public Health Collaborative Action Plan (SPH-CAP) project.

Apply by August 11, 2025: phabc.org/sph-cap-sda/
August 5, 2025 at 9:07 PM
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Please welcome Public Health Association of BC (PHABC) to BlueSky! The Public Health Association of BC is a voluntary, non-profit, non-government, member driven organization that provides leadership to promote health, well-being and social equity. #Canada #BC #YYJ #YVR

@pha-bc.bsky.social
July 30, 2025 at 9:10 PM
PHABC is hiring a Software Developer Analyst to be an integral team member responsible for the IT component of a province-wide engagement initiative, the Strengthening Public Health Collaborative Action Plan (SPH-CAP) project.

Apply by August 11, 2025: phabc.org/sph-cap-sda/
August 1, 2025 at 9:56 PM
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📣How does immigration status affect the health of migrants in Canada?

Join us to learn about health equity for people living, working and studying in Canada with temporary resident status or no status.

👉 nccdh.ca/webinars/ent...
July 29, 2025 at 2:31 PM
“The average person doesn’t recognize how significant a factor social connection is to their own wellbeing, but also to the societies in which we live.” #PHSI25
July 24, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Self-Care Day is an annual opportunity to spotlight self-care and the benefits effective self-care can bring to both individuals and healthcare systems as a vital foundation of health. Let's make self-care is a lifelong habit and culture. #SelfCarePromise
July 24, 2025 at 4:00 PM
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🚨Time is running out! 🚨 Tell Toronto city council: the fossil fuel industry driving the climate crisis shouldn't be permitted to promote its polluting products on city-owned property. https://loom.ly/TlsXPlA
July 22, 2025 at 8:32 PM