Housing Minister Rich Coleman says significant spending problems have been discovered with the PHS Community Services Society. With mention of VCH conducting an audit of the society.
Read MoreAverage person is unable to differentiate between real science and pseudo-science
“In 2012, Richmond City Council decided they wanted to ban GE crops from their municipality. They asked the Vancouver Coastal Health Authority for an opinion of GE crops and derived food.”
Read MoreGenetically modified foods not popular among British Columbians: poll
According to a new survey, the majority of British Columbians have a negative opinion of genetically modified food. Mentions VCH and the federal government approve of genetically modified foods.
Read MoreSocial housing operator sets off red flags
BC’s housing minister says there are concerns over how the Portland Hotel Society is spending its money.
Read MorePHS surprised by suggestion of receivership
The Portland Hotel Society (PHS) says they were caught off guard when told they were headed for receivership. With mention of PHS running InSite in conjunction with VCH.
Read MoreWith Portland Hotel Society in Crosshairs, Who Will Take Risks?
“Province has yet to make its case, but a chill is already falling on DTES.” Mentions Portland Hotel Society operates InSite in partnership with VCH.
Read MoreBC Gov’t Poised to Move Against Portland Hotel Society
After auditing the Portland Hotel Society (PHS), the B.C. government has significant concerns about the social housing provider. With mention of VCH funding some PHS’ projects.
Read MoreSurvivors of childhood cancer call for specialized B.C. treatment centre
Childhood cancer survivors and their families want a specialized treatment centre for patients who have reach adult age. Mentions a specialist at VGH.
Read MoreE-cigs need to butt out in Vancouver schools, VSB chair says
VCH has requested that Vancouver School Board ban electronic cigarettes on school grounds. With quotes from Dr. Milan Khara, an addictions physician at VCH.
Read MoreVancouver School Board considers banning e-cigarettes
VCH has encouraged the Vancouver School Board to prohibit the use of electronic cigarettes on school property.
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