Who We Are
The BCCDC Foundation for Public Health leads efforts to improve public health in BC by developing and supporting evidence-based initiatives that have an immediate impact on the health of British Columbians. We see prevention and health promotion as the keys to keeping our population safe and healthy.
What We Do
We pursue and achieve positive health for our province. One way is by forming active partnerships with aligned individuals, non-governmental organizations, governments, and businesses. Our primary partner is the BC Centre for Disease Control.
Message From Our Director
“By advancing our mandate in prevention and health promotion, by fostering equity and recognizing positive health is also inclusive of our place in the world around us, and by placing a healthy human at the core of our vision, I believe we can truly make a difference in the health outcomes of BC and beyond. I hope you will join us on the journey.”
– Kristy Kerr, Executive Director –
What’s New
Blog Posts
Addressing Barriers to Sexually Transmitted and Blood Borne Infection (STTBI) Screening and Care in Prisons
In this guest blog post by Dr Sofia Bartlett, public health researcher at the BC Centre for Disease Control, learn about the work she’s doing in prisons to address the many difficulties in accessing testing and treatment for Sexually Transmitted and Blood-Borne Infections (STBBIs), both while in prison and while returning to the community.
Events
Due to COVID-19…
Our in-person events have been put on hold. Please see our Events page to view all our past events.
Newsletter
Newsletter #23: April 2021
Sexually Transmitted and Blood Borne Infection (STTBI) Screening and Care in Prisons, BC COVID-19 SPEAK Survey Round 2, vaccine hesitancy, 2021 BC Stay-at-Home Campout, and more! Check it all out in our April 2021 newsletter.
Our Priorities
We work in partnership with the BC Centre for Disease Control on key public health priorities.
Sparking Conversation
Public health stories and ideas that are important for your community
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Other Ways To Get Involved
Donate
With the help of our donors, the BCCDC Foundation supports efforts to improve public health in British Columbia. We are committed to funding work that is evidence based, and that has an immediate and measurable impact on the health of British Columbians.
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The BCCDC Foundation for Public Health is launching a series of events and content to help guide you to Activate Health in your community.
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We’re deeply grateful for the generosity of our private and public funders.