Launching new resources for the early learning & child care and the food & beverage sectors
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Project News
Sparking culturally responsive child care in Alberta
PolicyWise for Children & Families is excited to launch "Spark: A Guide to Culturally Responsive Early Learning and Child Care in Alberta" at a virtual event on October 8 at 12:30 p.m. MT. Learn about this new guide and how to register for the launch event.
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Writing a new recipe for employee recruitment and retention
For two years, the PolicyWise for Children & Families team has been collaborating with community partners seeking to understand and address the employment needs of newcomer young adults in Alberta’s food and beverage sector. On Tues., Dec. 10 at 9:00 a.m. MT, learn about their research, collaborative work, and new training resources.
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Supporting family & community mental health during disaster recovery
As this year's wildfire season winds down, families and communities continue to need mental health support as they recover from these disasters. In this story, you will find resources from us and our community partners intended for social service providers delivering these front-line supports. 
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PolicyWise News
Meaningful changes can lead to big shifts
At PolicyWise's recent AGM, we shared how we embraced meaningful changes this past year and introduced our new Board Directors.
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New from Resources for Practice

Check out the latest resources shared on our Resources for Practice website.

We are allies campaign
We Are Allies campaign
British Columbia’s Provincial Health Services Authority launched We Are Allies in partnership with community organizations across Canada. The campaign aims to share advocacy information and stories, and to support trans, Two-Spirit, and non-binary youth in accessing gender-affirming care.
Learn more about this campaign
RE-IMAGYN BC Magazine
RE-IMAGYN BC Magazine
RE-IMAGYN BC focuses on co-creating diverse understandings of gender and relationship equity amongst queer, trans, and non-monogamous youth. Take a look at their magazine, which features art created by young women and non-binary youth as part of the collaborative research process.
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Wildfires in Canada: Toolkit for public health authorities
Wildfires in Canada: Toolkit for public health authorities
The Public Health Agency of Canada developed a comprehensive toolkit focused on public health actions and interventions related to wildfire risks. It provides detailed information on the hazards of fire and smoke, and their impacts on physical and mental health.
Learn more about this toolkit
Climate Change and Wildfires
Climate change and wildfires
The Canadian Climate Institute produces research on policy solutions to help Canada adapt to the effects of climate change and thrive as the world shifts towards cleaner energy. Their fact sheet provides an overview of the factors driving wildfires in Canada, their impacts on health and the economy, and the necessary actions to mitigate risks.
Learn more about this fact sheet
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