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Community meeting in works over pilot program AUTUMN MacDONALD Observer Reporter
“This program will help build resilience in children whose families may be experiencing significant change in communities in transition.” The program is intended to encourage youth living in communities experiencing a period of economic transition to be physically active and to express themselves creatively so they build the skill set they need to develop resiliency and participate in a healthy and connected community. Activities will expand on programs already in exis-
A $100,000 pilot project intended to help youth during community transition has the potential to breath new life into the Gold Pan’s youth centre. “I know that many families in communities like Houston and Quesnel that are facing challenging times with economic transition that results in job losses,” Cariboo North MLA and Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development Coralee Oakes said.
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tence and include components of healthy living such as experiencing physical activity, learning creative expression and making positive lifestyle choices. “I know that children face these challenges with their families and saw this program as a way to provide extra support,” Oakes said. “The program is also a way for the community to come together as their is a strong volunteer component. In Prince George, First Nation elders come in and teach children
drum making.” Delivered by the Directorate of Agencies for School Health (DASH), the project will operate with existing programs already in communities or enhance existing school curriculum or after school programs. Physical activities may include building skill sets in traditional games such as floor hockey or basketball or include outdoor hikes or trips to recreation centres. As well, students will be encouraged to express themselves creatively by exploring
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various arts and cultural activities, such as theatre, music and visual arts. The program will operate for the 2014-15 school year and will be tailored to suit the needs of pilot communities. In the next few months DASH aims to work to identify schools and communities interested in participating in the pilot. “We are pleased to partner with the province to deliver this much needed program for children in northern B.C. communities,” DASH executive
director Kathy Cassels said. “Programs which integrate movement and creative expression build resilience and contribute to healthy communities.” Oakes said her office has been looking at options with a variety of community organizations and groups. “We are planning a community meeting and would like anyone interested in getting involved with ensuring we have a youth centre to call our office 250-991-0296,” she said.
13th Annual Quesnel & District Hospice Palliative Care Association
Hike for Hospice Sunday May 4, 2014
Registration: 12:00 p.m. Hike: 1:00 p.m. LeBourdais Park REGISTRATION - ADULTS $15 STUDENTS & SENIORS $5 CHILDREN UNDER 6 FREE