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MNBC will be updating our webpage as newinformation becomes available.

Follow our COVID-19 page at www.mnbc.ca

Please also see the last page, with links toprevious issues of our COVID-19 newsletter

for more information on hand washing,physical distancing (6 feet or 2m apart).

Dr. Bonnie Henry

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If you know of someone in need, or areisolated yourself and need assistance,

email covid19@mnbc.ca

MNBC's Health Team will help connectyou to available Community supports.

Stay safe this summer. This summer,remember Dr. Bonnie Henry's travelmanners! Canada-US border closure

extended to August 21st, 2020. MNBC SkinCancer Awareness Campaign. Ministry of

Youth Métis Nation BC Pride Event.Reminder: British Columbians invited to

have their say on recovery.

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From the Province of British Columbia, statement from Arian Dix, Minister of Health, and Dr.Bonnie Henry, B.C.’s provincial health officer:

As evidenced by the number of new cases of COVID-19 in recent days, the potential for newCOVID-19 cases goes up with every increase in our activity. We can be active and spend timewith our close contacts, but we have to do that safely.

You may not know about the health concerns of your friends, but you can take precautions toprotect them by remembering that no matter where you may go, you bring your risk with youand you share it with those around you.

COVID-19 symptoms can be mild, making it very easy to spread the virus to those around us.That is why it is so important to be 100% healthy before we step outside our door. If you arenot feeling well in any way, stay home and stay away from others. This is very importantwhether you are at home or travelling.

Let’s recommit to the basics of fewer faces, bigger spaces. As much as possible, we need to stayaway from closed spaces, crowds and close contact with others. To do this, keep your groupsmall, stay outside as much as possible and maintain a safe physical distance from everyoneother than those in your bubble.

British Columbians have sacrificed much to flatten our curve. Let’s not lose sight of theeffort we have all put in. Pause, assess and take steps to address. Think about how you arefeeling, be aware of the risks you are exposing yourself to and the risks you are sharing withothers and importantly, use your layers of protection for yourself and those around you.

Let’s do the right thing for ourselves, our loved ones and our communities and keep ourprovince safe. Read the full statement here: https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2020HLTH0038-001290

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THIS SUMMER, REMEMBER DR. BONNIE HENRY'S TRAVEL MANNERS!

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CANADA-US BORDER CLOSURE EXTENDED TO AUGUST 21ST, 2020

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From CTV News https://www.ctvnews.ca/politics/pm-trudeau-confirms-canada-u-s-border-closure-extending-to-aug-21-1.5027167:

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has confirmed that Canadian and U.S. officials haveagreed to keep the border between the two countries closed to non-essential travel

until August 21.

The ban on discretionary travel was first introduced in March and has been extendedeach month since.

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Now that summer is here, you’re probably ready to get outside!  Whether you’re heading to thebeach, going camping, or planting your garden, we encourage you to practice sun safety in allyour summer activities.

MNBC’s Ministry of Health wants you to join in on our very exciting Skin Cancer Awarenesscampaign! Throughout the next few months we will aim to increase awareness about skin cancerby sharing information on how to do self- checks, types of skin cancer, and tips + tricks on how tostay safe in the sun. But wait, there’s more, remember to read ALL our posts throughout thecampaign for secret messages for a chance to win some cool swag!

We know that fresh air and being physically active outdoors plays a vital role in our mentalwellness.  While we encourage you to explore the outdoors we strongly encourage you toadhere to all recommended guidelines put in place by our Provincial Health Officer, Dr. BonnieHenry, to ensure you have a fun, safe and healthy summer.

To kick things off, we want YOU to send in any fun photo of yourself, or family promoting sunsafety.  Every photo sent in will get an entry in for a chance to win a cool swag bag provided by theCanadian Cancer Society or a gift card from the MNBC’s Ministry of Health. Some example photosinclude: wearing a hat, golfing with an umbrella or under a cart, putting on sun screen or hangingout at the beach in the shade. 

The deadline to send in photos will be August 20th, 2020 at 4:30PM. Please send all submissionsto Northern Regional Health Coordinator, Katina Pollard at kpollard@mnbc.ca. Along withyour photo please include your full name, address, location of photo, and if you wish a littleblurb about the photo. We hope you join in on this important cause of promoting skin cancerawareness. C A N C E R - is a word, not a sentence. Disclaimer:  Please note, you will be required to completea photo consent form after submitting your photo, in order to be entered into the draw.

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Join the Ministry of Youth at Métis Nation BC for an inclusive, celebratory, PRIDE EVENTfrom 2:00 – 4:00 pm on Saturday August 1st for 2SLGBTQ+ (Two-spirit (2S), lesbian, gay,bisexual, trans, queer, and/or non-binary). Allies and citizens of all ages are welcome to

attend. Drop in and virtually share your PRIDE by sharing a message, poem, music, orartwork. In celebration, we will be pulling prizes for virtual participants.

In an effort to provide a safe event space, pre-registration is required for this event.*Registration is through EventBrite and the Zoom link and code will be mailed out the day

before the event. *  

On Zoom, attendees are recommended to edit their name and add pronouns to be moreinclusive. Ie. Nikki (She/Her) for this event. If you have any questions please email Paris at the

Ministry of Youth at pgrover@mnbc.ca

Learn more at: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/metis-pride-celebration-tickets-112537655156

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What do we need to do together to strengthen and improve our health care system?What is the top priority for you personally when it comes to improving your quality oflife?What would most help improve your work life or work prospects?Are we on the right track? Do you see your concerns and needs reflected in this approach?

From the Government of British Columbia:

The COVID-19 pandemic has challenged and changed our province. Across B.C., we have beentouched by job loss and change, health concerns, worries about how our families andcommunities can cope, and increasing uncertainty about the future.

We’ve made progress because of our commitment to supporting each other and comingtogether as a community to respond. As we start our recovery, the choices we make in thecoming weeks and months can help us build an economy — and a province — that works foreveryone. We want to hear your input on key questions like:

Share your ideas by completing BC’s online survey, participating in a townhall, and letting usknow your priorities. Learn more at: https://engage.gov.bc.ca/recoveryideas

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To our healthcare workers, first responders, frontline staff, and essentialservice workers - we thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

We are so deeply grateful for all that you do. Though we are apart for now, we stand with you always.

THANK YOU

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Please note that these issues are up-to-date as of the dates they were originally published, andas such, some information may no longer be valid. All past newsletter issues can be accessedhere: https://covid19.mnbc.ca/mnbc-covid-19-updates

ISSUE 17. British Columbians invited to have their say on recovery. Stress Management inCOVID-19 with Laura. Online resource: Moral Stress Amongst Healthcare Workers DuringCOVID-19. #THISISWHY social media contest. Addiction Matters: pledge campaign. Coming fullcircle: Planning for your care.

ISSUE 16. Long-term care and assisted living facilities: visitation updates. BC CDC socialvisiting guidelines for long-term care and assisted living facilities. Destination BC: 10 Ways toTravel Safely and Responsibly in BC. Métis in the Wild: nature photo contest winners.

ISSUE 15. Reminder: MNBC Social Determinants of Health survey. BC's Restart Plan: Phase 3.Guidelines for BC travel. General provincial COVID-19 updates. CBC article on beaded masks.MWBC Red Dress Beaded Earring Workshop for NIPD.

ISSUE 14. MNBC Social Determinants of Health survey. Canadian Emergency Response Benefit(CERB) coverage period extended. National Indigenous Peoples Day. Canadian Men's HealthWeek. #plaidfordad. Happy Father's Day!

ISSUE 13. Ministry of Youth online Jigging event (June 14th). Health Canada hand sanitizerrecall. BC provincial overdose crisis. BC Ferries new mask regulations. Expanding your circle.World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.

ISSUE 12. BC Parks camping reopens. Parks Canada: gradual reopenings. Summary: WorldHealth Organization's review on tobacco and COVID-19. New one-time support for Canadianswith disabilities. Showcase BC.

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