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April 25, 2008
“We are pleased to receive this capital grant that will enable us to address the high need for toddler child care. We will be able to open new spaces and increase access to safe, healthy and nurturing learning environments for children as well as supporting families and communities.”
- Lynne Reside, executive director of the North Okanagan Child Care Society

Oct. 1, 2007
“I am thrilled that the ministry is extending the major capital funding program to private and family child care operators. This decision increases child care options available to families and is an excellent step forward in making more child care spaces available.”
- Amy Collum, co-chair for the Provincial Child Care Council

June 27, 2008
“The alliance is dedicated to ensuring that every citizen with a mental health problem or with problematic substance use has timely access to services that reduce harm and support recovery. Thanks to the leadership of Minister George Abbott and the support of Premier Gordon Campbell, we will now have an opportunity to study and apply some of the world’s most successful practices.”
- BC Alliance on Mental Health and Addictions Services chair Dr. Jean Moore

April 14, 2008
“Covenant House is thrilled to be receiving the Province of British Columbia’s support which will allow us to welcome an additional 400 young people into our shelter, thereby doubling our capacity over the next three years. We applaud the Province for its commitment to the issue of homelessness and the progress being made to help those with nowhere to call home.”
- Krista Thompson, Covenant House executive director

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