“What We Heard About Poverty in B.C. – Supplemental Report” was produced in 2018 by the Government of British Columbia, following 28 community consultations and conversations. The report provides an overview of issues that were identified along with the feedback on possible ideas and activities received through the series of community meetings.
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Living in rural communities
From the Métis specific poverty reduction consultation
Recommendation 6: The price of food in some communities that are more remote is more expensive than in many communities that are located closer to bigger centres where choice and price competition exists. It is recommended that the Provincial Government consider implementing a food subsidy program for low-income families in more remote communities.-
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From Indigenous poverty reduction consultations
Recommendation 11: Increase housing stock for Indigenous people in both urban and rural communities, on and off reserve, including safe secure housing for women, women as single parent families and men.-
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From Indigenous poverty reduction consultations
Recommendation 17: Place the community at the centre of the poverty reduction plan and build the suite of wraparound services around the clients’ needs, where they live.-
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From Indigenous poverty reduction consultations
Recommendation 20: In communities with no public transit and where people need to drive long distances for services, establish community based passenger van and car share programs.-
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