Strathcona Regional District

From our families to yours - Happy Family Day from the SRD.

Happy Valentine's Day . Celebrating all forms of love today!

10 things parents can do to nourish their child's mental health

Dr. Henry reminds us ... Thanks to the hard work of British Columbians, our daily case counts are going down. Our efforts are working and we are bending our curve. But we must keep COVID-19 variants of concern from rapidly spreading in our province as we ramp up our Immunization plan. We all want a smooth path to the finish. We're not there yet. But we are getting closer every day.

How to support a friend or relative with their mental health

Due to record-high case counts this week, Dr. Henry is asking everyone in BC to pause all non-essential travel. Right now we all need to stay close to home, enjoy our own communities and stop the transmission of COVID-19. http://www.bccdc.ca/.../covid-19/prevention-risks/travel

This is a critical time: the second wave of COVID-19 is here. We all need to act now to make sure we can keep our business, hospitals, and schools open. People in BC know what to do and how to support others in our communities. Let's stand together again. www.gov.bc.ca/covid

AREA A - Virtual Public Hearing Tomorrow Wed Nov 18 at 7 pm Bylaw No. 408 - Menzies Bay area Official Community Plan Bylaw 2000 Amendment No. 8 & Bylaw No. 409 Menzies Bay area Zoning Bylaw , 1996 Amendment No. 12 Areas affected: The subject property is located at 5400 Duncan Bay Road, Campbell River BC. Learn more at wwww.srd.ca/meetnow

Halloween is almost here! Is this year’s trick-or-treating going to be different? . Can you and your family still do this? !!! Here’s how:... Respect homes by staying away if the lights are out. Stick to your local neighbourhood. Avoid trick-or-treating in busy areas or indoors (like malls) since there may not be enough space to distance. Trick-or-treat in a small social group stick to six! Leave lots of space between you and other groups if there is a group at the door, wait for them to get their treats and leave before you take your turn. Wash your hands before you go out, when you get home and before eating treats. You can also carry some hand sanitizer with you. Witch-ing you a safe and happy Halloweeeeeeen! Learn more about safe trick-or-treating: http://ow.ly/GyVt50C0iDz

9 tips for parents who are working from home

CONSTRUCTION NOTICE - GOLD RIVER Head Bay Road Culvert Replacements Drivers can expect delays this week, Mon. - Fri. Nov. 16th - 20th, between 8am to 5pm for multiple culvert replacements along Head Bay Road.... Single lane alternating traffic will be in effect, with traffic control on site. Please show respect for all roadside crews Slow Down.

Help stop the spread of COVID-19 this Halloween. Avoid large gatherings, practice physical distancing and stay home if you're sick.

NEW Public Health Order.

With fall upon us, many families are looking to home canning (or home bottling) to keep food for later use. Although the food we eat in Canada is among the safest in the world, there are food safety risks associated with home canning. When home canning, remember to: Label and date all home canned foods before you store them. Store them in a cool, dry place.... Once the container has been opened, refrigerate leftovers. Learn how to do home canning safety to protect you and your family: http://ow.ly/baaG50BNA0Y

Gov’t of BC reminds us all that COVID-19 will be with us for some time to come, but when we all do our part we can still stay connected safely. Remember the golden rules: Wash your hands, always stay home if you’re ill, and pick six people your household will socialize with this fall and stick with them.

Do you know the proper handwashing technique? Washing your hands is proven to remove bacteria and viruses like the flu from your hands. Teach your kids the proper handwashing technique using the following steps: 1. Wet hands with warm water 2. Apply soap ... 3. For at least 20 seconds, make sure to wash: Palms and back of each hand; Between fingers; Under nails; And thumbs. 4. Rinse well 5. Dry hands well with paper towel 6. Turn off tap using paper towel Learn more: http://ow.ly/DElJ50BRr3y See more

Kids can now do a mouth-rinse and gargle test for COVID-19. It's a more comfortable way to get tested, and available to children with COVID-19-symptoms from kindergarten to grade 12. Before the test, your child should: Practice the swish, gargle and spit technique with salty water at home Have a mask to wear to the collection centre... Avoid eating, drinking, chewing gum, or brushing their teeth at least one hour before the test For more information on COVID-19 testing for youth and children, visit the BC Centre for Disease Control's testing guidelines http://www.bccdc.ca/.../covid-19/testing/children-youth

Here are some fa-boo-lous tips for trick-or-treating safely: Keep to your local neighbourhood this year. You don’t need to clean every treat. You should instead wash your hands after handling treats and not touch your face: http://ow.ly/bSOu50BWtt1

Physical activity is important for our overall health and well-beingbut we need to stay safe while staying active. As youth recreational sports like hockey and soccer return, spending time socializing or cheering with other parents and fans before, during, and after games increases the risk of transmission and exposure for you and your family. Ensure you keep you and your loved ones safe by following COVID-19 safety basics on and off the field.... Learn more at viaSport: https://www.viasport.ca/return-sport See more

The election is this Saturday Oct 24 and advance polls are open. If you vote in person, you will be asked to keep a safe distance from others in line and sanitize your hands before and after you vote. Learn more about what to expect: http://ow.ly/ZFWo50BV31D

ISLAND HEALTH ADVISORY - There is an increase in overdoses in the Campbell River area. Read more about safer use: http://ow.ly/XIGU50BWU3U

We’ve all got that one friend who doesn’t stay at home when they’re sick. Don’t be that friend. If you’re feeling ill, do not go to social gatherings, work, school or public places. Stay home and don't have visitors to your residence! http://ow.ly/kZRN50B634I

Information is changing rapidly. To stay on top of the correct information relating to COVID-19, please refer to the following sources. Local information: www.islandhealth.ca/covid19 From Government of British Columbia: We are all in this together. Let's help prevent the spread of COVID-19.... Resources to help: Symptom Self-Assessment Tool: https://covid19.thrive.health/ FAQ on BC Centre for Disease Control: http://bccdc.ca/health-info/diseases-conditions/covid-19 BC resources: www.gov.bc.ca/COVID19 Non-medical questions Call 1-888-COVID19 Text 604-630-0300 Medical questions only Call 8-1-1 See more