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Hey everyone, CLBC has sent out an update as BC eases COVID-19 restrictions, you can find it here.
CLBC will hold its next COVID-19 update for individuals and families on April 19, from 1-2 p.m (Pacific Time). Registration information will be available soon.
Hey everyone, a local organization called Global Citizen Events is planning an entire month of activities in the Okanagan to promote reconciliation!
There are many more ongoing events on the Global Citizen Events website, including Arts for Social Change. Check it out!
If you haven’t heard of Global Citizen Events, they are an annual initiative that promotes the UN Sustainable Development Goals and celebrates the impact of local citizens in global and humanitarian efforts through their mission (Entertain, Educate, and Inspire to Action). You can learn more about them here.
Today we’re celebrating International Women’s Day! The theme this year is #BreakTheBias — check out videos submitted by the global community about celebrating women’s achievements, raising awareness against bias, and taking action for equality (or make and submit your own!).
Do you use social media? Consider posting using a selfie card to encourage others to commit to taking action – check them out here.
Hey everyone, Kelowna Museums is hosting Women of the Okanagan — a virtual celebration of women. Tickets include interactive packs, fun props and coupons for local businesses, and additional proceeds are in support of the Kelowna Women’s Shelter. If you’re interested, check out the info here!
Hey everyone, CLBC is hosting their next update for individuals and families on March 10th (12-1 pm PST) using MS Teams. You can register by sending an email to clbc.administration@gov.bc.ca asking to attend. Email your COVID-19 questions to CLBCInfo@gov.bc.ca by Tuesday, March 8 @ noon, using the subject line: Mar 10 COVID CALL.
Hey everyone, some of you may have heard of Amanda Rocheleau and The Giving Tree podcast for helping professionals — Amanda has announced a 6-week online caregiver support group starting up this month. You can check out more information and details on how to sign up here.
Hey everyone, the Family Support Institute of BC is offering their WayFinders series starting on March 2nd! WayFinders is a free program that supports person-centered planning. You can check out more information on the registration page here.
Here’s the schedule – you can attend one or more of the sessions when you register:
Hey everyone, we’re celebrating Black History Month in Canada and we wanted to share some cool videos we found highlighting some amazing Canadians including Harriet Tubman, Elijah McCoy, and William Hall — check it out here! You can also connect to events, resources, and organizations locally here!
And, to get started, check out the video below!
Hey everyone, CLBC is hosting an MS Teams update for home share providers on Feb. 24 (12-1 pm PST) with Ross Chilton (CLBC CEO), Brenda Gillette (BC CEO Network CEO), and Dr. Daniele Behn Smith (Deputy Provincial Health Officer).
See info from CLBC on how to register for this call — until now, these updates have been via teleconference, and they will now be using MS Teams.
If you have questions, please email them by noon on Tuesday, February 22, to CLBCInfo@gov.bc.ca with the subject line: FEB 24 COVID CALL.
Hey everyone, you may have already heard the latest news on easing COVID-19 restrictions in BC — but, in case you missed it, check out this news article’s summary or watch the live stream replay below!
