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“Beneath the Surface” Hits Home in Prince Rupert

The play “Beneath the Surface” came to Prince Rupert on November 8th, 2010. The performance was so well played out and emotional and seemed to have “hit home” with all attendees.  It was absolutely rivoting to see and hear the … Continue reading

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Out of the Shadows

The Prince Rupert Human Trafficking Committee, School District #52 and other local organizations have partnered to host a conference on Youth Sexual Exploitation, Internet Luring and Human Trafficking on November 3 – 4, 2010 in Prince Rupert, BC. The out … Continue reading

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World Suicide Prevention Day 2010

(Prince Rupert Educators gather to discuss preventative strategies for suicide) World Suicide Prevention Day promotes worldwide commitment and action to prevent suicides.  Almost 3,000 people commit suicide daily and this number is steadily increasing. At the Global level, awareness needs … Continue reading

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International FASD Awareness Day 2010

(Prince Rupert facilitators, supporters, and participants of the International FASD Awareness Day) Every year on September 9th, International FASD Awareness Day is observed.  Proclamations are issued in countries, states, provinces, and towns all around the world.  Bells are rung at … Continue reading

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BC Children’s Minister Sacks Disabled Kids Program Advisors

B.C. Children’s Minister Mary Polak faced a new round of criticism yesterday for sacking the senior advisers to two programs that help disabled children.

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BC Liberals Cut to Infant Development Program Hurts Children and Families Living in the North – Coons

VICTORIA – The BC Liberals’ decision to cut the Infant Development Program will hurt families who have children with disabilities, especially those living in First Nations communities and in remote areas said New Democrat Gary Coons today.

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BC Children’s Minister Sacks Disabled Kids Program Advisors

B.C. Children’s Minister Mary Polak faced a new round of criticism yesterday for sacking the senior advisers to two programs that help disabled children. Already under attack for autism cuts, Polak plans to terminate the provincial adviser to the supported … Continue reading

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Province Funds New Infant/Toddler Child-Care Centre

Coons Comments: This is great news for those in Skidegate that really need childcare. The $280,000 in capital funding is a good start but hopefully there won’t be a struggle to find and retain qualified people to staff the extra … Continue reading

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