Hey everyone, Jackie has found an article that helps explain Canada’s Quarantine Act, as well as how it is being implemented. Check it out.
New announcement on benefits during Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Hi everyone, there is a new announcement about the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (up to $2,000 for 4 months) for those eligible. Check it out and pass it along.
Coping….
Hi Everyone:
Sue C (one of our team in the Kootenays – thanks Sue!) passed along this resource opportunity for anyone who’s experiencing anxiety with regard to this set of circumstances that we’re all going through. If you know anyone who is struggling, this might be a great opportunity. It’s free and online so most people should be able to participate.
Stay safe!
Today’s CLBC update on Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Hi All:
Please check out CLBC’s update for Service Providers on the Coronavirus situation.
Be well and stay safe!
Virtual Doctor’s Visits

Hey everyone, Medimap has launched a free service today to connect BC residents with an available walk-in clinic Doctor via secure video call. Check this out!
New Coronavirus (COVID-19) assessment app

Hi all:
Got a smartphone? The very helpful (apparently accessed 1.5 million times) assessment tool developed by the Gov’t of BC is available as an app for your phone.
Stay safe!
Stay safe, strong and healthy…!
Coping…
Hey everyone, you can check out this page published by the Canadian Mental Health Association (BC Division) for practical information on coping with stress and anxiety.
Some thoughts on where we’re at and social distancing…
Hi all:
First, it’s important that there was a time when quarantine and ‘social distancing’ was the way of the world much more often. This is an ad from about 1911 that was passed along that illustrates the need to use technology to stay in touch:

The main thing right now is to be really careful and practice social distancing. This is a great graphic that shows the power of staying at home during this crisis:

Stay safe!
UPDATE: COVID-19 Economic response plan
Hey everyone, check out these key points of what the Government of Canada is doing to help us all out:
Thanks to our friends at Prospera Credit Union for sharing.
