Ruth Beck, Planning Leader Population Health How can a Health Authority Support Local Government in Community Health Promotion?
Everyone has a success story to share. © Public Health Agency of Canada, 2005
Healthy Living Networks Across the province © Public Health Agency of Canada, 2005
Kammotion… A blueprint for a healthier, more active Kamloops! In Kamloops…
In Creston… Girls Night Out © Public Health Agency of Canada, 2005
In Trail… Trail Community Lead Task Force
History of Children’s Blood Lead Levels in Trail
1. The community needs to define the issue and drive the process The health authority plays a supporting role © Public Health Agency of Canada, 2005
2. The health issue goes in the middle © Public Health Agency of Canada, 2005
School Boards Local Government Churches & Service Clubs Health Authority First Nations Provincial Ministries Community Non-Profits Business Community
Trail Lead Task Force Collaboration
3. A health authority may offer expertise, resources or connections Supply evidence about health issues & proven interventions Provide evaluation expertise Bring key players to the table Take part in collaborative planning and action Leverage resources Be a Champion
3. A Health Authority may offer expertise, resources or connections Supply evidence about health issues & proven interventions Provide evaluation expertise Bring key players to the table Take part in collaborative planning and action Leverage resources Be a Champion
It’s a balancing act for a health authority
3. A Health Authority may offer expertise, resources or connections Supply evidence about health issues & proven interventions Provide evaluation expertise Bring key players to the table Take part in collaborative planning and action Leverage resources Be a Champion
It’s all about community © Public Health Agency of Canada, 2005