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As is my standard practice -- find below my monthly activity report as the #CaribooRD Area "D" Director for the month of February 2024... https://lnkd.in/gsC37Vg5 ~SF #BCLocalGov #LocalGov #MonthlyActivityReport #Governance

🎓 TOMORROW at 2 p.m. ET, unlock the insights you need to navigate #CleryAct requirements! Join Clery Center's free #PolicyToPractice webinar for #CampusSafety and transparency tips and practical strategies for implementation: https://ow.ly/aLeJ50QxTbn #HigherEdSafety

Check out this incredible webinar with my friend and colleague Miguel Angel Vazquez, FAICP on the new centering justice framework! If this inspires you, join the Planning for Health Equity, Advocacy, and Leadership (PHEAL) group! #justice #planners

Public toilets are the unsung heroes of our public spaces. Unlike other pieces of social infrastructure such as libraries, community hubs or kindergartens, there are no legislative requirements, benchmarks or guidelines to provide accessible public toilets outside of buildings. Public toilets are critical pieces of social infrastructure that contribute to people's enjoyment of parks, reserves, streets and neighbourhoods. They are also important beacons of safety, inclusion and participation in our built environments. That's why we are so passionate about planning for public toilets. What does this look like in practice? Check out our latest Draft Public Toilet Strategy that we've developed in collaboration with Indigo Shire Council and diverse voices from across the Shire. https://lnkd.in/gWG9gzhj

BCIT Big Info has started! Burnaby campus. NW4 Come learn more about the Environmental Public Health Program and a career as an EHO!

Sunday is the last day to participate in LHSFNA's Blueprint for Balance, #GETOUTSIDE, July challenge. To participate: 👉 FOLLOW the LHSFNA at the Laborers' Health & Safety Fund of North America ✅ DO any outdoor recreation or leisure activity 📝 POST about your outdoor activity on LinkedIn 🏷️ TAG the Laborers' Health & Safety Fund of North America in your post #️⃣ USE these HASHTAGS in your post: hashtag#BlueprintforBalance hashtag#B4B Comment below or send challenge pictures, questions or feedback to B4B@lhsfna.org.

📢 📢 #AnnouncementAlert: FPD is excited to announce that we will be hosting the 16th World Conference on Injury Prevention and Safety Promotion in Cape Town, South Africa in 2026. This is the second time that this international conference will be hosted in the African region, and we are proud to be a part of this milestone. The conference, themed “Ubuntu: United for a Safer Future,” will examine the structural, social, and commercial factors influencing injury risk and solutions through an African perspective with global relevance. The conference will present cutting-edge evidence on safety risks and injury prevention strategies, while also tackling the social, economic, and political barriers to effective implementation. The conference also aims to advocate for prioritising safety and public health in policy decisions. Please watch this space for upcoming details, #SAFETY2026

🔥 Introducing Chester: Our Newest Facility Dog Bringing Comfort to Firefighters! 🔥 🐾 As part of our commitment to community support and mental wellness, I’m thrilled to share that Canines 4 Comfort has taken a bold step into uncharted territory: partnering with firefighters! Meet Chester, our remarkable facility dog who’s making a difference in the lives of these brave heroes. 👨🚒 Why Firefighters? Firefighters face unimaginable challenges daily—rushing into burning buildings, rescuing lives, and witnessing trauma. But what happens when they return to the station, exhausted and emotionally drained? Chester steps in. His wagging tail and soothing presence provide a sense of normalcy, a moment of respite amidst the chaos. 🐶 Chester’s Role: Chester isn’t just any dog; he’s a highly trained therapy dog. Unlike service dogs, who perform specific tasks for individuals, Chester’s mission is broader. He offers comfort, reduces anxiety, and promotes mental well-being. Whether it’s a tough day at the firehouse or a critical incident scene, Chester is there, tail thumping, ready to lend his furry support. 🙌 The Impact: Research shows that therapy dogs boost serotonin levels, reduce anxiety, and combat loneliness. Chester’s presence at firehouses brings solace, reminding our heroes that they’re not alone in their struggles. 📖 Read More: Curious about Chester’s journey? Dive into our latest article, where we share heartwarming stories, behind-the-scenes moments, and the magic of paws on duty. 1 🐾 Let’s celebrate Chester’s arrival and honor our firefighters—the unsung heroes who keep our communities safe. Together, we’re making a difference, one paw at a time.

New Press Release!! Fish Focus have recently posted a press release on our Public Consultation. The piece includes the thinking and structure behind the consultation as well as some thoughts from some of the Community Catch team. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/eK9sDQxx Photo: Colin Keldie #communitycatch #smallscalefisheries #sustainablefisheries #smallscalefishers #publicconsultation

Jeff Loomis thanks for sharing this article that deals eloquently with the tension between qualitative and quantitative results. It can be easy to dismiss those who still want "the Numbers", but this article illustrates how it completes the story of impact. The burden of effort should be placed upon those who determine "what numbers", to ensure that the request elegantly brings insight to question of impact and program quality. A valuable read!