Victoria, B.C. (February 28, 2024) – In recognition of the thousands of workers in the seniors care, living and wellness sector, the Province of British Columbia has proclaimed February 28th, 2024 as BC Seniors Care Providers Day. A copy of the Proclamation signed by B.C. Lieutenant Governor Hon. Janet Austin and Attorney General Hon. Niki Sharma is available here.
“We are once again grateful to the Province for this special proclamation to mark today as B.C. Seniors Care Providers Day,” says BC Care Providers Association (BCCPA) and EngAge BC CEO, Terry Lake.
“From those working with seniors living in a care home or at home, to those who operate care homes or assisted living residences, everyone working tirelessly in supporting health, safety and well-being of seniors across B.C. deserves to be recognized, honoured and celebrated.”
This declaration follows the 10th Annual BC Care Awards, which took place in Victoria yesterday evening to celebrate the commitment and inspiring work of individuals who provide the best care possible.
Minister of Health, Hon. Adrian Dix presented the awards for Care Provider of the Year (home health, assisted living and long-term care), Family Champion of the Year, the new category of Workplace of the Year, and the coveted Ed Helfrich Award for Long-Service Excellence.
The event brought together several elected officials and leaders from the seniors care sector, who supported and cheered award winners as they took the stage to accept their awards.
Learn more about the BC Care Awards on our website.
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About BCCPA:
Established in 1977, BC Care Providers Association (BCCPA) is the leading voice for B.C.’s continuing care sector. Our growing membership base includes over 450 long-term care, assisted living, and commercial members from across British Columbia. Through its operating arm EngAge BC, the organization represents independent living and private-pay home health operators.
BCCPA and EngAge BC members support more than 19,000 seniors annually in long-term care and assisted living settings and 6,500 independent living residents. Additionally, our members deliver almost 2.5 million hours of home care and home support services each year.
