Healthy Schools BC builds the capacity of the health and education sectors to effectively implement healthy schools initiatives using a Comprehensive School Health approach. Strengthened health-education partnerships, tools for healthy school assessment and planning, and the coordination of existing school-based healthy living programs and resources combine to support improvements in students’ health and learning.

Healthy Schools BC involves a partnership between the ministries of Health and Education, health authorities, education and other key partners.

Want to get involved in creating healthy classrooms and schools, but not sure where to start? You’ve come to the right place. Healthy Schools BC brings together healthy schools information, inspirational stories, curated supports and resources from across BC into one convenient and easy to use website. Many of the resources available on this website are designed for education and health professionals, however can also be accessed by parents and other interested groups. With so many options available to get involved, Healthy Schools BC is your trusted source to support the health and wellbeing of your students.

Healthy Schools BC Resources evidence-based information, provincial resources, and tools designed to support the health and wellness of children in the school community.

You’ll find a number of resources to support creating healthy classrooms and schools. Stay up to date with healthy happenings by subscribing to the newsletter, apply for health-related grants, or work with the Resource Guide for a step-by-step process to create a healthy classroom or school.