Posted On: Wednesday, March 31st, 2021
As the project coordinator for the Hepatitis C Leadership Project, I wanted to learn more specifics about the various hepatitis C testing technologies. During a conversation focused on community knowledge-building with Dr. Sofia Bartlett from the BCCDC, it was recognized that creating a visual summary of hepatitis C testing technologies could be useful for community…. Read more »
Posted On: Friday, March 26th, 2021
The push to eliminate hep C in BC is on – and community is key to success in reaching the 2030 target date. BCHN defines community in this context as community-based organizations, people with lived and living experience, and anyone impacted by hep C. The ‘we’ referred to in the following refers to ‘community-based organizations’ specifically. Click… Read more »
Posted On: Tuesday, March 16th, 2021
Or rather, what is the opportunity within a question? We all like answers because of the opportunity to inform, educate, or clarify. Behind every great answer, however, sits an equally valuable question. The Canadian Liver Foundation recently launched their ‘Just Ask’ campaign to recognize March as Liver Health Month. They invite people to participate… Read more »
Posted On: Thursday, February 18th, 2021
A reminder from Action Hepatitis Canada Please set aside time to join us to review the successes and learnings of 2020, and plans for 2021. This is a great chance to ask questions and let us know how we can help you best in your hepatitis advocacy work. Date: February 23, 2021 Time: 9:30… Read more »
Posted On: Monday, January 4th, 2021
To support applicants in submitting Letters of Intent to the current open solicitations for the HIV and Hepatitis C Community Action Fund (CAF) and the Harm Reduction Fund (HRF), the Public Health Agency of Canada will be hosting additional Question and Answer sessions prior to the submission deadline of January 29th, 2021 at 3… Read more »
Posted On: Monday, December 21st, 2020
Gilead Sciences Canada Inc. has launched the CONNECT-C 2021 HCV Grant Program. The program will support well defined projects that aim to improve HCV diagnosis and linkage to care in two of Canada’s priority populations: People who inject or use drugs People with experience in the federal or provincial prison system No more than CAD… Read more »
Posted On: Wednesday, December 9th, 2020
During these uncertain times it’s vital for frontline service providers and community based workers to have accurate and up to date information about COVID-19. This virtual two hour workshop covers the biomedical basics of COVID-19 and considers the implications of COVID-19 on communities affected by HIV and hepatitis C. Developed by CATIE and adapted for… Read more »
Posted On: Saturday, December 5th, 2020
The C Beyond Art Contest is for anyone impacted by hepatitis C. Community members and those supporting them are encouraged to submit their personal art. All contestants have the opportunity to describe the meaning behind the art and how they were affected by HCV. The purpose of this contest is to celebrate those impacted… Read more »
Posted On: Friday, November 20th, 2020
Aiming to launch in the spring of 2021, the Hepatitis C Leadership Pilot Program will bring together peers of lived experience of hepatitis C in the spirit of leadership development and community building. As a program trainer you will have the unique opportunity to play a role in helping guide peers on a journey of… Read more »
Posted On: Friday, November 6th, 2020
Do you have lived experience of hepatitis C and live in BC? Your thoughts, feelings, and opinions will help build the future leadership training program: Click here to complete the Hepatitis C Leadership Project survey for people with lived experience Are you part of a community-based organization, public health agency, health authority,… Read more »
Posted On: Thursday, October 29th, 2020
Just as awareness and urgency towards BC’s target for elimination of hepatitis C is growing, so is the base of education resources to support community efforts. A great example is the BC Hepatitis Network (formerly the Pacific Hepatitis C Network) reference guide for peer navigators called ‘Charting the Map’. Relevant and timely, the purpose of… Read more »
Posted On: Friday, October 23rd, 2020
The Pacific Hepatitis C Network (PHCN) is excited to invite your participation in a short-term project that aims to gather perspectives, knowledge, and wisdom to inform the multi-stakeholder BC HCV Elimination Forum, scheduled for February 2021. To encourage commitment and action towards eliminating hepatitis C in Canada, the Canadian Network on Hepatitis C (CANHepC) plans… Read more »
