Each week, we gather various news related to health and social services, as well as to First Nations. Below you will find some information and publications that may interest you.

Financial Support Program, Together Against Bullying

The Quebec government is launching a call for projects as part of the Together Against Bullying Financial Support Program for 2023-2024. This program aims to contribute to the fight against bullying and cyberbullying as well as to prevention for this type of violence. Non-profit organizations have until 4:30 p.m. on June 30, 2023 to submit their applications and projects. To apply or for more information, consult the program here.

Improving access to healthy food

The Local Food Infrastructure Fund (LFIF) supports community-led projects that strengthen food systems and help to facilitate access to safe and nutritious food. Grants are available to help prevent hunger through investments in infrastructure needs. Learn more or apply here.

INSPQ: Webinar on screen use

On June 14, the Institut national de santé publique du Québec will be offering a webinar entitled “L’usage des écrans par les parents en présence de leur jeune enfant : Quels sont les effets possibles et les actions à mettre en place ?” (Screen use by parents in the presence of their young child: What are the possible effects and what actions should be taken?). This webinar aims to stimulate reflection and open discussion on the cross-sectoral actions to be put in place to promote a balanced use of screens by parents. Zoom registration link