Who’s Picking Up the Tab? investigates the scale and scope of downloading onto local governments from federal and provincial governments, using B.C. as a case study. Surveys of local leaders and senior staff, a fresh analysis of statistical and financial data and case studies of key policy areas...Read more
In this report is a cost/benefit analysis for the upgrading and expansion of infrastructure, particularly water/sewage systems in the city of Fernie and the West Fernie area.Read more
This regional report synthesizes common themes emerged across the four provinces. Additionally, this report suggests a strategic direction for the actions needed in order to address the gaps identified and improve the delivery of settlement and integration services in rural areas across western...Read more
Consumptive water use is an important issue in the Basin-Boundary region for several reasons. First, rates of water use in this region are typically higher than the averages for BC and Canada (Environment Canada, 2011). Second, the diversion, treatment, and delivery of drinking water has costs—...Read more
This community profile provides a brief examination of Valemount's demographics, industry profile, municipal services, taxes and fees, quality of life, and business resources.Read more
This community profile provides a brief examination of Valemount's demographics, industry profile, municipal services, taxes and fees, quality of life, and business resources.Read more
This community profile provides a brief examination of Valemount's demographics, industry profile, municipal services, taxes and fees, quality of life, and business resources.Read more
This presentation focuses on United Way's Better at Home Program. It provides a summary of support services provided under the program, how the program is/was reviewed, and provides a series of maps of local health areas, and statistical information gathered during review. Trends analysis and...Read more
The UEY West Kootenay Initiative is a three year project to empower communities with evidence to make responsive program, policy and investment decisions to give their children the best possible start. It examines the role that families and communities play in the lives of children by providing...Read more
Education is a key social determinant of health (Public Health Agency of Canada, 2013). High school completion rates indicate how successful our families, schools, and communities are in supporting youth in achieving high school graduation. High school graduation is now the minimum education...Read more
