People in 44 communities throughout British Columbia will have access to more local services that respond to the effects of homelessness during extreme weather.

From the Government of Canada: https://www.canada.ca/en/fisheries-oceans/news/2022/08/government-of-canada-and-province-of-british-columbia-support-14-fish-and-seafood-innovation-projects.html

People living on Hornby Island and northern Vancouver Island will see a boost in tourism and local food production through a series of rural development grants.

Health-care assistants now have more financial support to become licensed practical nurses, helping them advance their careers, build a stronger future and develop the skills to provide more comprehensive care to people throughout the province.

From the Government of Canada: https://www.canada.ca/en/fisheries-oceans/news/2022/08/government-of-canada-and-province-of-british-columbia-double-funding-and-extend-pacific-salmon-program.html

More women affected by trauma will be able to access extended mental-health supports.

From the Government of Canada: https://www.canada.ca/en/office-infrastructure/news/2022/08/canada-and-british-columbia-invest-over-20-million-in-infrastructure-projects-across-the-province-to-build-more-resilient-greener-communities.html