Webinars
Communities Going Active: Addressing Barriers to Active Transportation
June 27, 2024 Active transportation has many benefits: it can reduce traffic congestion, lower greenhouse gasemissions, and encourage communities to be physically active, which in turnhelps prevent chronic diseases and fosters mental wellness. We are fortunate to live in a beautiful province with many natural trails and built environments that fosteractive transportation in our communities. However, many people who live in British Columbia experience real and perceived barriers that prevent them from using...Read More >
Alcohol & Safety: A Conversation on Community Policies
November 16, 2023 Join Vancouver Coastal Health and the BC Alliance for Healthy Living on Thursday November 16th from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. PST as we talk about alcohol consumption and what we can do to keep our communities healthy amid more relaxed alcohol policies. In 2021, close to one in five Canadians reported consuming five or more drinks on days they consumed alcohol, according to reports published by Statistics Canada. During...Read More >
Physical Activity & Air Pollution: Webinar
April 19, 2023 Our summers are getting hotter and smokier, with wildfire seasons starting earlier and burning for longer. As we continue to feel the effects of climate change, we can expect that hot and smoky conditions will only continue and become more frequent from here on out. So, what do we do when that affects the way we exercise and the way we enjoy our time outdoors? What is the best course...Read More >
Alcohol warning labels: Webinar recording
November 21, 2022 In 2021, close to one in five Canadians (18%) reported consuming five or more drinks on days they consumed alcohol, according to Statistics Canada. During the pandemic, BC reported a 22% increase in alcohol consumption. While drinks during dinner at home, social gatherings and celebrations are common for most adults in BC, the prevalence and normalization of regular alcohol consumption in our society underscores the need for effective policy to...Read More >
Alcohol warning labels: Webinar
November 21, 2022 In 2021, close to one in five Canadians (18%) reported consuming five or more drinks on days they consumed alcohol, according to Statistics Canada. During the pandemic, BC reported a 22% increase in alcohol consumption. While drinks during dinner at home, social gatherings and celebrations are common for most adults in BC, the prevalence and normalization of regular alcohol consumption in our society underscores the need for effective policy to...Read More >
Mobile Produce Markets: A Food Security Solution webinar
October 19, 2022 BC Alliance for Healthy Living’s recent research has shown that 93% of British Columbians are not eating the recommended five or more servings of fruit and vegetables a day. We know that increasing fruit and vegetable intake helps prevent chronic disease, but how do we get to that point? Canadians are facing a high inflation rate and coupled with barriers that people may face in terms of healthy food availability...Read More >
A Good Start Matters
June 7, 2022 Physical activity and physical literacy are critical to child development and provide a foundation for a healthy life. Childcare is a key setting to promote physical activity and physical literacy supportive policies, practices, and environments.In 2017, the BC government enacted the Director of Licensing Standard of Practice – Active Play, that required a set amount of active play, outdoor play and limits to screen-time. It incorporated fundamental movement skills, staff-modeling...Read More >
Small Towns, Big Steps in Active Transport: Workshop
November 30, 2021 This workshop features presentations from leading communities that have successfully navigated challenges unique to smaller communities. Some of these challenges include: Creating a walkable downtown despite the main street acting as a highwayBuilding projects across jurisdictional boundariesNavigating grants and funding for active transportation projects Participants engaged in a discussion about overcoming barriers and what works to support active transportation in smaller communities. Presenters include the research lead for BCHLA’s Small...Read More >
Small Towns, Big Steps in Active Transport: Webinar
November 4, 2021 In every corner of the province, there is a growing interest in developing more active transportation networks. Small Towns, Big Steps in Active Transport is a project to explore what works in smaller towns through in-depth research and case studies featuring 6 unique BC communities. Watch BCAHL’s webinar where we highlight major project findings, including: BC’s small town active transport champions; factors that help or hinder active transportation; and qualitative...Read More >
Ready, Set, Move! EverybodyMoves Webinar
February 18, 2021 We are excited to announce that BC Alliance for Healthy Living (BCAHL) and the Physical Activity for Health Collaborative have launched the much anticipated EverybodyMoves Resource Hub! The Hub is a one-stop shop for sport and recreation leaders who want to ensure physical activity is as inclusive and accessible as possible. Physical activity is vital for one’s health, and yet we know many British Columbians face visible and invisible barriers to...Read More >
