The need for food banks spiked drastically in 2009 and has hovered at record levels ever since. Food Banks Canada says that’s unacceptable [image: food banks canada]
Food bank use in B.C., across Canada remains stubbornly high
November 22nd, 2015 | Posted by in uncategorized - (Comments Off on Food bank use in B.C., across Canada remains stubbornly high)Report card finds that B.C. fails to make the grade in women’s equality
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While the situation for women in BC has seen minor improvements this year, unfortunately for many women, BC continues to fail to deliver on its responsibilities, West Coast LEAF says
The Nanaimo Women’s Centre responds to a range of issues affecting families
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The Women’s Centre in Nanaimo designs its core work around strengthening women and families to create healthier communities in the mid-Island region. [image: istockphoto]
BC Seniors Advocate calls for more help for low-income renters, homeowners
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Seniors in every corner of the province of British Columbia are frustrated and concerned about the availability, appropriateness and affordability of housing
Parents, politicos rally in Nanaimo, across B.C. against further cuts to public education
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Rallies were held in Nanaimo and in other cities across British Columbia on Sunday April 12th to protest against plans by the B.C. government to further cut public education funding.
#Nanaimo anti-poverty coalition prepares action plans
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Local coalitions are taking on advocacy and planning work to help decrease poverty in Nanaimo, while also promoting the concept of a living wage
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