PHABC
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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).
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November 19, 2025 at 6:00 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...
Link:
phabc.hostedincanada...
discrimination, and violence that affect the transgender community. shorturl.at/2McNC
November 15, 2025 at 7:17 PM
discrimination, and violence that affect the transgender community. shorturl.at/2McNC
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,
discrimination, and violence that affect the transgender community. glaad.org/transweek/
November 14, 2025 at 7:00 PM
discrimination, and violence that affect the transgender community. glaad.org/transweek/
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
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,
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...
Link:
phabc.hostedincanada...
November 13, 2025 at 10:00 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...
Link:
phabc.hostedincanada...
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
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
Over 30 per cent of Indigenous Canadians (aged 15 and over) experience disability, compared with 22 per cent of all Canadians (aged 15 and over).
November 11, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Over 30 per cent of Indigenous Canadians (aged 15 and over) experience disability, compared with 22 per cent of all Canadians (aged 15 and over).
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 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
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.
Around the world, girls are stepping up to meet today’s biggest challenges: organizing in their communities, fighting for climate justice, demanding an end to violence and reimagining their futures.
October 11, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Around the world, girls are stepping up to meet today’s biggest challenges: organizing in their communities, fighting for climate justice, demanding an end to violence and reimagining their futures.
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
The 2025 International Day of the Girl theme is “The girl I am, the change I lead: Girls on the frontlines of crisis”.
World Mental Health Day serves as a powerful reminder that there is no health without mental health.
October 10, 2025 at 5:00 PM
World Mental Health Day serves as a powerful reminder that there is no health without mental health.
They do not require a blow to the head or loss of consciousness to occur. The week's goal is to educate the public about the prevention, recognition, and management of concussions by providing information on symptoms and risks, and promoting safer sports and activities.
September 21, 2025 at 5:10 PM
They do not require a blow to the head or loss of consciousness to occur. The week's goal is to educate the public about the prevention, recognition, and management of concussions by providing information on symptoms and risks, and promoting safer sports and activities.
We must speak up against violence, hate, discrimination, and inequality; practice respect; and embrace the diversity of our world. www.un.org/en/observ.... #Peaceday
September 20, 2025 at 5:00 PM
We must speak up against violence, hate, discrimination, and inequality; practice respect; and embrace the diversity of our world. www.un.org/en/observ.... #Peaceday
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
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.
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
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
The aim of the theme is to raise awareness about how we perceive the complex issue of suicide. Changing the narrative requires systemic change. It’s about shifting from a culture of silence and stigma to one of openness, understanding, and support.
September 10, 2025 at 6:00 PM
The aim of the theme is to raise awareness about how we perceive the complex issue of suicide. Changing the narrative requires systemic change. It’s about shifting from a culture of silence and stigma to one of openness, understanding, and support.
PHABC encourages everyone to continue to make it easier to support those who need help by sending the message that they are not alone and by affirming that substance use does not define them, and that their lives matter.
August 31, 2025 at 5:00 PM
PHABC encourages everyone to continue to make it easier to support those who need help by sending the message that they are not alone and by affirming that substance use does not define them, and that their lives matter.
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
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.
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
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 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
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.
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/
Apply by August 11, 2025: phabc.org/sph-cap-sda/
August 5, 2025 at 9:07 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/
Apply by August 11, 2025: phabc.org/sph-cap-sda/
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/
Apply by August 11, 2025: phabc.org/sph-cap-sda/
August 1, 2025 at 9:56 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/
Apply by August 11, 2025: phabc.org/sph-cap-sda/