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Kootenay Child Health & Development Centre

Affichée le novembre 3, 2009

Auteur : Patricia Whalen
Organisation: Community Connections Society of Southeast BC
Endroit : 16 12th Avenue North, Cranbrook, BC
Catégorie : Revitalisez votre quartier
Coût : À gros budget (50 000 $ à 250 000 $)

Currently in the Kootenay Region, families have to travel out of our region to acquire health care for their children, and in some situations families have chosen to move because of the amount of travel this requires. We hope by creating this Child Health and Development Centre of services that families will be able to access these medical services closer to home. Specialists who see children out of our region are not always familiar with the services that we have here and children miss out on important follow up and support when they get back home. Having a centre with a team of specialists housed together will offer more efficiency and collaboration between services and hopefully keep these professionals and attract others to our region.

Our Need

We need a regional center where parents and professionals can access health and development services for children; a center that coordinates a set of health and development services.

We know that services to families and children will improve if we can provide a more comprehensive service delivery system that is coordinated and offered from a single site.

Demographics

The East Kootenay region is located in the southeast corner of BC and encompasses just over 45,000 sq. kms. The 2006 population for this area is 74,237 persons. The projected increase in population by the year 2031 is 9%. (BC Stats 2006 Census Profiles, PEOPLE 31)

The number of children 0-9 years in the East Kootenay Health Area in 2007/8 is 7,555. The number of children aged birth to 4 years is 3,540. Children attending school, aged 5 years to 14 years total 8,665 children. (BC Stats 2006 Census Profiles)

The EK Supported Child Development Program supported 138 children with developmental disabilities to attend a licensed child care setting in 2007-2008.

The EK Infant Development Program supported 60 children (0 – 3 years of age) with developmental disabilities in 2007-2008.

There are 6 major population centres in the East Kootenay: Fernie, Cranbrook, Kimberley, Windermere (Invermere), Creston and Golden. The diversity and rural nature of these communities; separated by mountain ranges, lakes and nestled, each in its own valley, makes each East Kootenay community unique.

Travel to larger centres to access health and development services is difficult and expensive. Calgary is a 4 ½ hour drive from Cranbrook, Vancouver a 9 hour drive and Kelowna is a 6 ½ hour drive.

Our Mission

To open the Kootenay Child Health and Development Centre (KCHDC). This multi-service centre will be dedicated to improving and strengthening health and development services and programs for children and youth in the East Kootenay region of British Columbia. It will be a hub of co-located health and development services that will be in a central location and easily accessible.

These programs will provide a solid foundation for health and development service delivery in the region.

Objectives

To build on existing partnerships between health and development service providers to strengthen and enhance their work.
A building has been purchased and now capital funds are needed to do the necessary renovations to accommodate the partner services.
Coordination is required to contract and manage the project phases.
Increase service referrals and retain services in our region.

Programs and Services offered in the Centre will include:

- East Kootenay Child Care Resource and Referral Program
- East Kootenay Supported Child Development Program 
- Kids Connection Preschool 
- Pediatricians (2) 
- Interior Health Children’s Assessment Network 
- Early Intervention Therapies – Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy 
- East Kootenay Infant Development Program 
- Developmental Disabilities/Mental Health Program
- Children First Program 
- Friends of Children

A large boardroom will also be available that will be designated as a community meeting room to host telehealth video conferencing and training opportunities in our region. A large assessment/observation room will be used by on-site professionals, community therapists and visiting teams of specialists from other regions.

Budget

If we are successful in this competition, the funds received will be used to renovate the existing building such as: applying for permits, Engineered plans, all trades, electrical, plumbing and heating, construction, painting, and finishing.

Winning this competition would help us recycle this building into a Centre that will help children and youth living in our region have a healthier life. The Centre will be a “one-stop shop” of child health and development services for children and their families.

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The Zibins

Good Luck
novembre 4, 2009 @ 9:25 EST
crazyginger

Looks like a great center. I think that the kids and families in this area will really benefit. Keep those votes coming!!
novembre 5, 2009 @ 12:07 EST
Janice Somme

An awesome project that will give the building and community and much needed facelift not to mention the benefits to the children and families it will serve!
novembre 5, 2009 @ 11:39 EST
Lesley

This is a wonderful idea for parents and children. I'll be voting every day for this!
novembre 5, 2009 @ 12:20 EST
100%SLP

The time has come that the Kootnay's kicks it up a notch and begins to receive support to provide services to families and children - with appropriate access, professionals and location. BRAVO!
novembre 5, 2009 @ 4:41 EST
runner

Awesome idea - Hope everyone is letting everyone know. We are Gonna WIn!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
novembre 5, 2009 @ 4:48 EST
invscdp

Great idea! will spread the words, and log in to vote every day
novembre 5, 2009 @ 8:09 EST
Melanie Fior

I am pleased to support this effort for sure!
novembre 6, 2009 @ 1:22 EST
PJ

This will be used by many children and is greatly needed.
novembre 6, 2009 @ 9:31 EST
BB1

Thanks to all community partners who have put so much effort and energy into this project.. Their vision of providing regional access to child health services will support families and improve health outcomes for children in the East Kootenays. Way to go!
novembre 7, 2009 @ 10:45 EST
gnoble-cwrs

The time has come for this region to have a resource such as this. It is a great resource for children and families in the entire region.
novembre 7, 2009 @ 6:17 EST
gwennoble1

As a community professional, you cannot under estimate the benefits and value of being housed together in one location - teamwork at it's best. Keep voting.
novembre 7, 2009 @ 7:32 EST
Pat

This will be great team work, all for the Children.
novembre 7, 2009 @ 9:33 EST
gnoble-cwrs

It is encouraging to see so many community members voting. We'll have a great chance at making this vision a reality if the voting and support continues. Thanks.
novembre 8, 2009 @ 2:55 EST
sparwoodecd

This project will really help families in the Kootenays.
novembre 8, 2009 @ 3:55 EST
kids first

Children First supports the Kootenay Child Health and Development Centre. It will help families locate services for their children and it will help professionals develop a great pediatric service team. These centres exist all over BC. Why don't we have one in the Kootenays??? It is time for us to work together and get this project going!
novembre 8, 2009 @ 4:04 EST
ryleemagee

This project will support the families of the East Kootenay. This is another step towards true Regional support for the families of this area. This is the only area in the province with out this type of center. It is way past due to bring this project to life. Keep the votes coming.
novembre 8, 2009 @ 5:42 EST
PJ

Can't wait to see the new look to the building, never mind the purpose.
novembre 8, 2009 @ 10:47 EST
skyline77200

This project is much needed help for children and their families. Let's get it going!
novembre 8, 2009 @ 11:03 EST
afletch

This is an excellent project that will offer essential support and services to a large number of families and children in the Kootenays.
novembre 9, 2009 @ 1:04 EST
jnettsissons

This project will have so much to benefit children and their families. I am very impressed and can't wait to see it!
novembre 9, 2009 @ 9:33 EST
cbkwrc

Living in the Kootenays is great but there are tradeoffs including quick access to medical care for our children. This project would significantly improve access.
novembre 9, 2009 @ 10:14 EST
Jan

Lets help to keep families in our region by having access to medical care and other related services here. . And keep professionals in our region as well. We want to be put on the map for having a centre like this in our region. Please continue to express your wish in order to make this happen. EKIDP
novembre 9, 2009 @ 1:11 EST
kidsrgolden

Reaching parents and helping them access services supports a clear vision that early intervention and prevention leads to growing healthy children. One stop access at a regional level will certainly make a difference. Thanks for all your hard work in making the Kootenay Child Health and Development Centre a possibility for families.
novembre 9, 2009 @ 1:13 EST
nanajoe

Let's get to it for the kids in the Kootenays
novembre 9, 2009 @ 1:24 EST
lynn

This type of agency/resource is crucial to developing the consistent support families and children need to develop to their best ability.
novembre 9, 2009 @ 5:18 EST
jowsey

This is exactly what our community needs. It will make support for the families so much easier to access. Childcare programs will also be able to direct families to the right place. Thanks for putting such a good idea into action.
novembre 9, 2009 @ 6:56 EST
KHough

This is a great idea and one that the whole community should support!
novembre 9, 2009 @ 8:50 EST
Child Health

Thank you to everyone who is helping this project get closer and closer every day to a winning spot. What an accomplishment it will be when the Centre is up and running. Thank you to those who got this project off the ground and did so off the corner of their desks. :)
novembre 10, 2009 @ 12:32 EST
Mandy

This center would be used by so many families is our area. Keep voting to help bring a valuable resource into our community.
novembre 10, 2009 @ 12:06 EST
Laura

This is a vital resource for the children of the Kootenays!!!!!!!!!
novembre 10, 2009 @ 12:23 EST
Shari

This one-stop resource will benefit all families in the Kootenays, and will provide a service much needed in our area.
novembre 10, 2009 @ 1:57 EST
1recycle

This centre has been a long time dream of many families and professionals in our region and finally we see the possibility of that dream coming to fruition. The benefit to families in our region cannot be underestimated! Congratulations to Community Connections Society of Southeast B.C. for their vision and commitment to seeing this happen. Pass the word, get family and friends involved and vote today; we need everyone to step up and participate!!
novembre 10, 2009 @ 2:57 EST
gnoble-cwrs

Wow, we are really creating a buzz about this important project. It is great to see so many people getting behind this. Together we will make this happen. Thank you all. Keep voting.
novembre 10, 2009 @ 3:29 EST
Susie Mayson

The enthusiasm around this project is testimonial to the community need and the timeliness of such a project. The vision that has been dreamed of for years will happen due to the committment. This unique community fund is a perfect match to this project as it units the community partners at all levels.
novembre 10, 2009 @ 4:18 EST
Karen

This needed project has developed in our dreams, in our plans and actions, and now with the votes needed from all our supporters it can soon become a reality for children and families in the the East Kootenays. Thank you for spreading the word and voting often.
novembre 10, 2009 @ 6:37 EST
BB1

What a unique and exciting way to build community interest while applying for funding. Hats off to Aviva for developing this creative approach. Great to read people thoughts on the project and see who is involved with supporting it to date. Look forward to seeing an even broader community involvment and comments on the project. Let's keep spreading the word on the project and the application to this funding.
novembre 11, 2009 @ 12:47 EST
Billster

One stop shopping for childrens health and well being. Less stress for parents in Cranbrook and surrouinding areas.
novembre 11, 2009 @ 12:14 EST
PJ

Way to go everyone, lets make this happen!
novembre 11, 2009 @ 11:01 EST
Pat

This project will have so much to benefit the Children and their families, not to mention the addition of the great looking building to downtown Cranbrook.
novembre 11, 2009 @ 11:06 EST
Sugar

As Cranbrook is the regional center for the Kootneys, the time has come to have a resource such as this. It will be a great resource for children and their families for the entire region and say a lot of travelling to Calgary and/or Vancouver.
novembre 11, 2009 @ 11:14 EST
rdg

Praying and voting this actually happens! We used so many of these services for our daughter and they literally saved my sanity! This is something that WILL make such a huge difference to families, marriages and how children grow up. Still a few days left....keep getting people to vote!!!!!
novembre 12, 2009 @ 10:06 EST
rdg

Praying and voting this actually happens! We used so many of these services for our daughter and they literally saved my sanity! This is something that WILL make such a huge difference to families, marriages and how children grow up. Still a few days left....keep getting people to vote!!!!!
novembre 12, 2009 @ 10:06 EST
rdg

Praying and voting this actually happens! We used so many of these services for our daughter and they literally saved my sanity! This is something that WILL make such a huge difference to families, marriages and how children grow up. Still a few days left....keep getting people to vote!!!!!
novembre 12, 2009 @ 10:06 EST
Child Health

I am really feeling very positive about the success of this project with all of the wonderful feedback and support it is receiving. Thank you to everyone for taking the time out of their day to cast a vote and leave a comment.
novembre 12, 2009 @ 2:45 EST
EKSCDP

Keep voting everyone..........this centre will potentially be around to serve families and children for many, many years to come so the long term impact is immeasurable. Every vote means we're one step closer to seeing the centre become a reality!
novembre 12, 2009 @ 3:58 EST
gnoble-cwrs

We only have 3 days and 7 hours to get into the semi-finals for round 2. We still have round 3 but we have to start our votes over again. Keep spreading the word so that we can get into the semi-finals in this round. Thanks everyone!!
novembre 12, 2009 @ 4:05 EST
lynn

This is going to be a great centre and a great boon to the overall community. Having experience with a similar centre as a child protection sw, I can only say how extremely helpful it is to have assessment and treatment resources close to families and children.
novembre 12, 2009 @ 4:57 EST
janG

Children are our hope for the future. Our familes need opportunities for education, training and assessment. A centre could provide these services in one location. You have my vote!
novembre 13, 2009 @ 12:02 EST
kids first

Our region deserves the services that are enjoyed by the rest of the province. Centres such as these are called "Child Development Centres" in the rest of BC. There is no government funding to support these centres so it is vital that everyone joins together to help make our Kootenay Child Health & Development Centre a reality. Vote! Vote! Vote!
novembre 13, 2009 @ 5:24 EST
afletch

619 votes and counting.... GOOD LUCK!
novembre 13, 2009 @ 5:49 EST
Vera

Fabulous idea! Good luck with it!
novembre 13, 2009 @ 7:04 EST
kidsrgolden

Keep the votes coming! What a dream! And what a joy it will be for families to access services at this child development centre!
novembre 14, 2009 @ 8:52 EST
Leanne

What a GREAT initiative - I know there will be lots of support in this area - Best of Luck!
novembre 14, 2009 @ 1:26 EST
1recycle

Wow...........folks are really stepping up to make this happen. It's exciting to watch the diversity of people who are participating in this voting process. For me, it reinforces the fact that people do understand that this centre will, in one way or another, have such benefit to so many people, families and professionals alike. When I think of how many families I've watched over the years struggle to get services, let alone physically get to those services (that is, having to travel out of our area to Kelowna, Calgary, Vancouver, Spokane, etc.), the Kootenay Child Health & Development Centre is, literally, an answer to their prayers. KEEP VOTING EVERYONE!!!!! P.S. If we don't make this round's semi-finals, we're counting on everyone to hang in there and give it one more effort for the third round. We'll get updates about that so keep checking.
novembre 14, 2009 @ 3:26 EST
PJ

I agree with 1recycle, the Kootenay Child Health & Developement Centre will be the answer to alot of prayers. Let's keep this ball rolling everyone.
novembre 14, 2009 @ 11:56 EST
Child Health

I am very impressed with the momentum this voting process has taken. Thanks again for everyone's support.
novembre 15, 2009 @ 5:17 EST
MB

I think this is a very important center. It will greatly help all the children in our area. Families will be able to access all the needed services in one place instead of traveling out of our Region. Great Work everyone.
novembre 15, 2009 @ 6:17 EST
Child Health

Here we are in the 3rd round and we have just over 13 days to improve our previous voting score of over 700. We now have the momentum to get into the finals.
novembre 16, 2009 @ 1:38 EST
gwennoble1

Let's not give up. This is a valuable asset for children and families in our community. Vote every day and tell everyone you know to vote. This is very important.
novembre 16, 2009 @ 1:54 EST
Child Health

Our greatest natural resource is the minds of our children. - Walt Disney
novembre 16, 2009 @ 3:01 EST
capccran

This centre will enrich not just our community but also benefit the smaller communities around us. It is greatly needed and it's amazing to see so many people involved in making this a reality.
novembre 16, 2009 @ 11:01 EST
star

why are there 62 comments and only 32 votes? I hope that is only todays votes!! comon people spread the word. I hope you get the funding guys. Good Luck!!
novembre 16, 2009 @ 11:28 EST
LOCB2

It would be fabulous to have all the services centralized to help the kids and their parents in sometimes stressful times. We NEED this to happen. We are NOT a second rate community. Money spent here will centralize and localize rather than sending people out to outlying communities....costing even more $$. We can't wait any longer!
novembre 16, 2009 @ 11:38 EST
tricia

This would be so amazing for our community. Let's pass this around to as many people that we can to get their vote for support. I know that adding it to my Facebook profile caught a great deal of attention. Thank you to all involved for their hard work and dedication.
novembre 16, 2009 @ 11:45 EST
ME

This will benefit many families in our region. Thank you to Community Connections Society of Southeast B.C. for their vision and commitment to seeing this happen.
novembre 16, 2009 @ 11:55 EST
Ian

Studies by various agencies in this area show that this is an idea who's time has come. Let's do our part to make it happen.
novembre 16, 2009 @ 12:05 EST
Child Health

It takes a village to raise a child. - African proverb Thank you everyone for voting!
novembre 16, 2009 @ 12:50 EST
Karen

In answer to Star's question above, we are now in the third round and our comments from the earlier rounds went forward but the vote count starts over. So here we go, all your votes are needed each day to carry us to the finals. Thanks so much for the support to make this a reality.
novembre 16, 2009 @ 1:33 EST
gnoble-cwrs

Everything is in place to make this happen and I have a very strong belief that it will happen. All of this wonderful community support and the positive comments encourage us, the project team, to not give up. We can't do it alone and need all of this support. So, thank you!!
novembre 16, 2009 @ 1:49 EST
Joyce

We've just got to keep on plugging this idea! I've been voting and we can all continue to spread the word. Perhaps we could all send this out to our address book contacts...more than once. Sometimes being a squeaky wheel works!
novembre 16, 2009 @ 2:20 EST
Joanne

I wish that this was around when my kids were growing up.
novembre 16, 2009 @ 3:12 EST
snoodle1981

This will help the east kootneys so much. I support this idea 100%, the families and the kids need this so much.
novembre 16, 2009 @ 4:16 EST
Dirtdigger

Lets do it, as it is long overdue, the kids are our future
novembre 16, 2009 @ 4:28 EST
afletch

Great idea
novembre 16, 2009 @ 4:31 EST
sjplonka

Many families have to spend time and money to take their children out of our area to get the help they need. This causes hardship and stress on families. This new center will remove some of this. It is a great project. Good luck!
novembre 16, 2009 @ 5:18 EST
sjplonka

Many families have to spend time and money to take their children out of our area to get the help they need. This causes hardship and stress on families. This new center will remove some of this. It is a great project. Good luck!
novembre 16, 2009 @ 5:18 EST
alanb

I strongly support this proposal to enhance the health support services for children in the East Kootenay. A trip to Cranbrook is so much easier and affordable than a drive to Calgary or Kelowna or Vancouver.
novembre 16, 2009 @ 5:18 EST
jaymes

Best of luck!!!
novembre 16, 2009 @ 6:07 EST
kidsrgolden

The third round! What amazing support from everyone! Children are honored based on the dedication we see from Patricia Whalen and her team. Thanks to all for you endless support of this necessary child development centre project. Hurray for families and our love of them!
novembre 16, 2009 @ 6:36 EST
Child Health

A new baby is like the beginning of all things - wonder, hope, a dream of possibilities. - Eda J Leshan
novembre 16, 2009 @ 7:48 EST
1recycle

Round 3 is just beginning and look how many votes were cast when we joined round 2 part way through, so we can definitely hit the high vote count this round. Spread the word, bug people to keep on voting as every vote and comment helps. This is such a great opportunity to get a good chunk of the needed funds to make this centre happen and we all know what a difference it will make for many, many years to come. Kudos to everyone who is taking the time to participate!
novembre 16, 2009 @ 8:11 EST
darcia5

As a parent who has had to travel a great deal for services for my children the centre will be such a valuable resource for the kootenays.
novembre 16, 2009 @ 10:29 EST
stropky

When this project is up and running, so many in our East Kootenay community will benefit. Keep the momentum building!
novembre 16, 2009 @ 11:08 EST
nipawi

This is such a benefit to our community, I can't wait to see it up and running.
novembre 16, 2009 @ 11:35 EST
jkekula

This would be an amazing asset for the people of the East Kootenay's and would enrich so many lives! Excellent initiative!
novembre 17, 2009 @ 12:08 EST
Pat

This center will save so many families from the hardship of having to travel so far away from home to provide help for their children.
novembre 17, 2009 @ 12:42 EST
Child Health

If you can DREAM it, you can DO it. - Walt Disney
novembre 17, 2009 @ 1:15 EST
Marie

I think this is fundamental to the community and I think you will see large amounts of participation... Good Luck!
novembre 17, 2009 @ 8:57 EST
isamom

All kids deserve quality health care close to their home. Good luck!
novembre 17, 2009 @ 9:22 EST
rb

Now wouldn't this just put Cranbrook on the map!! Ra! Ra! Cranbrook!!! Ra! Ra! Avivacanada, you will make such a difference to every family in this region.
novembre 17, 2009 @ 10:07 EST
ldlong

You got my vote !Our region has needed something like this for ages . Hurray!!!!
novembre 17, 2009 @ 10:53 EST
lnmer

This will be a fantastic addition to our community services, travel to access care is expensive and disruptive to recovery. Excellent choice!!
novembre 17, 2009 @ 11:04 EST
AM

Let's stop the travel stress on our families with all the runs to Canmore, Kelowna, Vancouver and Calgary. If we had all that travel cost we could open 2 centres.
novembre 17, 2009 @ 11:37 EST
AM

Let's stop the travel stress on our families with all the runs to Canmore, Kelowna, Vancouver and Calgary. If we had all that travel cost we could open 2 centres.
novembre 17, 2009 @ 11:37 EST
AM

Let's stop the travel stress on our families with all the runs to Canmore, Kelowna, Vancouver and Calgary. If we had all that travel cost we could open 2 centres.
novembre 17, 2009 @ 11:37 EST
LOCB2

Cranbrook finally has two pediatricians. Let's finish the need by providing a central location for all childhood health in one center. Here they can work and collaborate in an efficient team setting...nothing but advantages here!!!
novembre 17, 2009 @ 11:44 EST
LOCB2

Cranbrook already has fabulous client centered care providers! Just imagine what could happen when you put all these great minds into the same room. The ideas and the advantages would be astronomical! This project needs to come into fruition ASAP, to keep the vision burning bright.
novembre 17, 2009 @ 11:48 EST
LOCB2

Oh, The Places You Will Go!!! Dr. Suess It's our turn!!
novembre 17, 2009 @ 11:57 EST
Child Health

To accomplish great things, we must not only act, but also dream, not only plan, but also believe. - Anatole France
novembre 17, 2009 @ 12:01 EST
Darlene

Childcare health centre would be a dream come true!!!
novembre 17, 2009 @ 12:20 EST
Darlene

Childcare health centre would be a dream come true!!!
novembre 17, 2009 @ 12:20 EST
JK Wheeldon

A much needed resource for our community
novembre 17, 2009 @ 12:28 EST
Pam

We really need this in our community.
novembre 17, 2009 @ 12:35 EST
vfrombc

This is a much needed resource for our community.
novembre 17, 2009 @ 12:43 EST
hayes

Our community will really benefit from a centre such as this. We are a long way from the larger centres & this will relieve some of the stress and strain on families who need to access to such services. How nice to have everything in one building. A fine example of true community support and collaboration.
novembre 17, 2009 @ 12:48 EST
Richard B

It only makes sense that this Center would be in Cranbrook,this would be a huge benefit to the community
novembre 17, 2009 @ 1:08 EST
LOCB2

What a great benefit it will be to have specialists that know our local resources. It needs to happen.
novembre 17, 2009 @ 1:31 EST
LOCB2

What a great benefit it will be to have specialists that know our local resources. It needs to happen.
novembre 17, 2009 @ 1:31 EST
Mandy

keep voting,keep voting, keep voting!!!!!!
novembre 17, 2009 @ 1:31 EST
LOCB2

It just makes sense to finally have something this progressive in our area.
novembre 17, 2009 @ 1:36 EST
Manningpark

Everything is in place to make this happen and I have a very strong belief that it will happen.
novembre 17, 2009 @ 2:01 EST
LOCB2

We would be a proud community to have this facility!!
novembre 17, 2009 @ 2:58 EST
gdreger

Great program KCHDC and AVIVA!
novembre 17, 2009 @ 3:39 EST
kidsrgolden

Send the word out again to all your networks to vote, vote, vote!! NIce to see everyone working together to make this centre a reality for children and families. Wishing this project and its team all the best...
novembre 17, 2009 @ 3:39 EST
Niner

For any supporters who are on Facebook, post the voting information to your Facebook page and get all of your contacts to vote. We can do this!
novembre 17, 2009 @ 4:13 EST
2ultrahigh

It all starts with the Child, prepare for the best future
novembre 17, 2009 @ 4:44 EST
2ultrahigh

It all starts with the Child, prepare for the best future
novembre 17, 2009 @ 4:44 EST
Jannub

This idea came from a common vision on numerous community partners. "It takes a village to raise our children"
novembre 17, 2009 @ 5:09 EST
rb

Imagine the possibilites!
novembre 17, 2009 @ 5:34 EST
rb

The benefits are endless!
novembre 17, 2009 @ 5:36 EST
Accallia

Making this vision come true is what this community is about. This example of community involvement and development will make our future all brighter.
novembre 17, 2009 @ 5:40 EST
Ian

With the growth in this area in recent years, particularly of young families, the timing is perfect for this concept.
novembre 17, 2009 @ 6:02 EST
feather

Great Idea! Gook Luck!!
novembre 17, 2009 @ 6:03 EST
feather

Great Stuff!!!
novembre 17, 2009 @ 6:04 EST
Child Health

Most of the important things in the world have been accomplished by people who have kept on trying when there seemed to be no hope at all. - Dale Carnegie
novembre 17, 2009 @ 8:30 EST
jowsey

It's great to see all the suport. Keep on voting. I would love to see this centre up and running ASAP.
novembre 18, 2009 @ 1:09 EST
crevscdp

This centre will be an amazing asset to the community and region!!!
novembre 18, 2009 @ 10:24 EST
ldlong

A great addition to a growing community ! 3 Cheers !
novembre 18, 2009 @ 10:36 EST
feather

Great Idea! Good Luck!
novembre 18, 2009 @ 10:58 EST
LOCB2

Crossing my fingers and my toes.
novembre 18, 2009 @ 11:00 EST
LOCB2

When you sign in you can "search ideas" by "most votes". We are on page 6, yesterday we were on page 5. Spread the word! Add your comments!! Let's put the BE in Cranbrook.
novembre 18, 2009 @ 11:06 EST
LOCB2

Back on page five!! Yahoo Cranbrook!
novembre 18, 2009 @ 11:15 EST
Rosehall

Pass this on to everyone in your contact list - this is not just for parents,grandparents or service providers - its about more than just wether or not you have kids that will need the services.
novembre 18, 2009 @ 11:44 EST
Tara

This is a wonderful idea....I cant wait to see these services in Cranbrook and all in one building. Lets keep voting!!!
novembre 18, 2009 @ 11:50 EST
gnoble-cwrs

I am awestruck and very grateful for the support our project is receiving. This is community development at it's best and that in itself is a very positive outcome. Our community may be much smaller than some in this competition but we are very strong. Thank you all.
novembre 18, 2009 @ 12:31 EST
ckscdp

This will benefit the entire community including, children, families, relatives and friends...we need this project to happen...as they say it takes a village...
novembre 18, 2009 @ 1:00 EST
ckscdp

This will benefit the entire community including, children, families, relatives and friends...we need this project to happen...as they say it takes a village...
novembre 18, 2009 @ 1:00 EST
R.R.

As a parent with a "sick" child, I most definately see the need for this wonderful project; that I hope will come true. If only the services were available in our area when I really needed it I would not have had to drive 5 hours to access them for my child. Traveling meant time away from other family members, work, school, let alone the costs associated with it. Definately a much needed service in our area!!
novembre 18, 2009 @ 1:38 EST
Laura

I see this as a definite need in our Region, the children are definately the future!
novembre 18, 2009 @ 1:47 EST
Child Health

Let us not be content to wait and see what will happen, but give us the determination to make the right things happen. - Peter Marshall
novembre 18, 2009 @ 2:31 EST
invscdp

this is what we need in our community for the children and families
novembre 18, 2009 @ 3:26 EST
Accallia

I am so ready to see this vision come to fruition.
novembre 18, 2009 @ 5:31 EST
rb

A very deserving community.
novembre 18, 2009 @ 6:01 EST
DWiddifield

I fully support this initiative - much needed in this community!!! Good luck!
novembre 18, 2009 @ 8:36 EST
Dan

So needed, so looking forward to the centre. It's bound to happen!
novembre 18, 2009 @ 10:42 EST
PJ

Since I work with lots of families, I can appreciate what having a centre like this so close for them.
novembre 18, 2009 @ 11:46 EST
lynn

This community and surrounding area deserves a professioanl place where families can turn to when they have concerns or issues around their child's behavior, social, emotional or intellectual developement and a professional place where they can go to learn about parenting. Child development centres not only provide the professional aid and support; they are welcoming learning centres too.
novembre 19, 2009 @ 11:35 EST
Patti Lawson

Since Cranbrook is now growing they need to catch up with the times, and this is one idea that will help everyone in the long run ! Good luck
novembre 19, 2009 @ 11:55 EST
Jojo

Can we build it??? YES WE CAN!!!!!!
novembre 19, 2009 @ 11:57 EST
Dawn

This Child health and Development centre will be a valuable asset to the Cranbrook and the surrounding communities!!! Let get it done!
novembre 19, 2009 @ 11:59 EST
kr4448

What a wonderful idea!!! It's about time...and it's great to see such support!..Keep up the voting!
novembre 19, 2009 @ 12:04 EST
ryleemagee

It is about time that Cranbrook has a centre like this. We are the hub of the East Kootenays, yet many families have to travel to other locations for the services that they need for their children. Please vote every day to make this a reality for this community.
novembre 19, 2009 @ 12:11 EST
Accallia

This is the type of program and facility that every community should have.
novembre 19, 2009 @ 1:30 EST
gdreger

Good presentation yesterday by KCHDC to the Cranbrook & District Chamber of Commerce.
novembre 19, 2009 @ 3:16 EST
scooby-doo09

This is a good idea.and as a community, we should all work to-gether for this . This will be a much needed facility.
novembre 19, 2009 @ 5:12 EST
grandma2009

\ Keep up the great work
novembre 19, 2009 @ 5:24 EST
afletch

I am looking forward to this project winning the competition! :D
novembre 19, 2009 @ 5:46 EST
Theresa

Great idea, valuable asset
novembre 19, 2009 @ 6:08 EST
Child Health

The capacity to care is what gives life its most deepest significance. - Pablo Casals
novembre 19, 2009 @ 7:17 EST
nipawi

We really need to support this project to have the work with our children done in our community.
novembre 19, 2009 @ 10:39 EST
Korri

Great project for all Kootenay Kids. Together it can happen.
novembre 20, 2009 @ 11:39 EST
Child Health

Looks like we have to kick this up a notch. We have dropped down to the 6th page. Update your Facebook page, send a reminder out through email, let's keep the momentum going. Thank you for your support! :)
novembre 20, 2009 @ 12:58 EST
Accallia

I am hopeful that this will happen soon.
novembre 20, 2009 @ 1:21 EST
afletch

:D Good Luck!
novembre 20, 2009 @ 2:24 EST
EKSCDP

Hang in there everyone............we have to keep the momentum up to get through to the round 3 semi-finals. The amount of time it takes us each day to go in and vote (and hopefully leave a brief comment too) is so insignificant compared to the long-term benefits this centre will have for children and families in our region. Keep Voting! Keep spreading the word! East Kootenay folk know how to make things happen, here's our chance!
novembre 20, 2009 @ 2:32 EST
R.R.

Without faith, nothing is possible. With it, nothing is impossible.
novembre 20, 2009 @ 2:44 EST
kids first

We are deserving of a Child Health & Development Centre. Do you know that we are the only region in BC without this important type of service centre for children? Lets do it!
novembre 20, 2009 @ 2:48 EST
gdreger

All of us should have a goal of telling 2 new people each day, to vote for KCHDC in the AVIVA program!
novembre 20, 2009 @ 2:57 EST
Laura

I hope that the support continues, for this much needed service for the children and families of the Kootenay region.
novembre 20, 2009 @ 4:00 EST
Child Health

Coming together is a beginning. Keeping together is progress. Working together is success. - Henry Ford
novembre 20, 2009 @ 5:02 EST
gwennoble1

Lots of great comments. Let's keep it going. Tell everyone you know!!
novembre 20, 2009 @ 5:11 EST
ckscdp

This is awesome...let's keep it going for the families and children in the Kootenay's.
novembre 20, 2009 @ 5:23 EST
Karen

We are on a roll, Thanks for keeping those votes and comments coming.
novembre 20, 2009 @ 5:49 EST
Child Health

Every great achievement was once considered impossible. - Author Unknown
novembre 21, 2009 @ 1:06 EST
Child Health

Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement. Nothing can be done without hope and confidence. - Helen Keller
novembre 21, 2009 @ 1:07 EST
dawna2u

Keep on voting everyone, every day you can vote once. Let's make this happen.
novembre 21, 2009 @ 10:11 EST
janG

If we have healthy children and healthy families we are one step closer to peace in the world. This centre can be an important part of the process.
novembre 21, 2009 @ 10:51 EST
snoodle1981

Cranbrook is the centre of so many great resources. We need this here. The families, the community, all of the East Kootenay's. Lets keep the votes and comments coming and support this wonderful cause. Good luck
novembre 21, 2009 @ 11:37 EST
kidsrgolden

The work of Patrica and the Cranbrook team has brought the need for the Kootenay Health and Development Centre to the attention of soooo many people. That, in and of itself, is a winning factor in this competition. May your dreams continue to grow and evolve into the realization that this regional centre WILL happen! Dreams for families always become a reality when people's hearts are in the right spot. Keep voting!
novembre 21, 2009 @ 6:12 EST
Child Health

We must be the change we wish to see in the world. - M.K. Gandhi
novembre 21, 2009 @ 6:48 EST
Karen

Great comments, I love the Gandhi quote above. The building community spirit and support is great to see. Thank you for continuing to vote and comment each day.
novembre 22, 2009 @ 12:48 EST
dawna2u

Kudos to everyone. Comments reflect the great need. Believing in possibility will make it happen.
novembre 22, 2009 @ 10:55 EST
Child Health

Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around.- Leo Buscaglia
novembre 22, 2009 @ 12:38 EST
R.R.

Our votes potentially help children and their families with one of the most difficult choices they face once they are told that medical assistance is needed. How nice would this be if they are able to get the support they need in their own community/area, without having to travel away for help.
novembre 22, 2009 @ 12:59 EST
kidsrgolden

Camaraderie and collective spirit are sooooo evident in the comments made by all! Continue voting and continue believing in this great vision for children and families. Cheers!
novembre 22, 2009 @ 2:00 EST
BB1

Great to see the interest and support grow for this project
novembre 22, 2009 @ 2:41 EST
Barb Dales

Very forward thinking, congratulations to all involved. Keep pushig forward. Keep up the great work.
novembre 22, 2009 @ 3:18 EST
ryleemagee

I think that if everyone gets behind this and casts a vote daily, then we can make this a reality for this community. We need this to happen, we can make it happen....Lets do it !!!
novembre 22, 2009 @ 6:41 EST
gwennoble1

Every day, every vote and every comment brings us one step closer to our vision.
novembre 22, 2009 @ 10:45 EST
Child Health

People working together in a strong community with a shared goal and a common purpose can make the impossible possible.
novembre 23, 2009 @ 1:15 EST
grandma2009

Keep voteing . This project is much need in our community and will be a benifit to so many families.
novembre 23, 2009 @ 10:27 EST
UWCK

Keep up the support everyone. Everyone doing their part will make this happen.
novembre 23, 2009 @ 10:42 EST
R.R.

I asked my child about the importance of having support in our own community - she thought it was a great idea, and wished that the support was here when she needed it. She will join our group and help make this dream a reality.
novembre 23, 2009 @ 11:36 EST
G.R.

I know that this will be a great resource for the families of East Kootenay - keep voting everyone!!
novembre 23, 2009 @ 12:34 EST
Dawn

Imagine the possibilities!!! It can and will be done :)
novembre 23, 2009 @ 3:15 EST
invscdp

Lets make this happen, keep voting
novembre 23, 2009 @ 3:23 EST
Jojo

Great to see all of the support!...Keep it up!
novembre 23, 2009 @ 3:50 EST
Pat

It's for the Children and their families, let's make this happen.
novembre 23, 2009 @ 6:08 EST
skyline77200

Keep voting! We will reach this goal!
novembre 23, 2009 @ 7:47 EST
dawna2u

Great work everyone. Vote number is climbing, thanks to everyone.
novembre 23, 2009 @ 7:53 EST
Child Health

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!
novembre 24, 2009 @ 12:07 EST
BB1

Great to see the list growing of people on board with this project in our region. Will truly be a regional asset for families in the East Kootenays when this project is completed.
novembre 24, 2009 @ 1:34 EST
afletch

:D
novembre 24, 2009 @ 5:04 EST
gwennoble1

Let's challenge ourselves today to send this out to contacts that we haven't thought of yet. I'm going to send the link to child development centres in other regions and to family resource programs. Who are you going to send it to??
novembre 24, 2009 @ 9:30 EST
invscdp

this is one way to show families and children that we care
novembre 24, 2009 @ 2:21 EST
R.R.

The word is getting out - keep spreading the word :)
novembre 24, 2009 @ 2:52 EST
Celeste15

Horray!
novembre 24, 2009 @ 2:56 EST
G.R.

It sounds like the people invested in this project are committed - keep up the good work you do!
novembre 24, 2009 @ 3:03 EST
EKSCDP

It's like the little engine that could...............we're working our way up the hill and need everyone's help to get us to the top so we can zoom down the hill to the finals and get the funds for our long-awaited, much needed centre Keep voting everyone!
novembre 24, 2009 @ 3:14 EST
Child Health

If you can conceive it and believe it, you can achieve it. JESSE JACKSON, Straight from the Heart
novembre 24, 2009 @ 3:33 EST
gdreger

935 Votes - WOW!!
novembre 24, 2009 @ 5:26 EST
ckscdp

Okay everybody tune into the radio tomorrow and you will hear me talk about the Kootenay Child Health and Development Center...that was my first experience being interviewed by the radio so hopefully it sounds okay...I am excited about the momentum this will bring :)
novembre 24, 2009 @ 6:54 EST
dawna2u

Spreading the word is working more and more people are talking about the project.
novembre 24, 2009 @ 9:30 EST
DD

966 - Momentum is building >>>>>>>>> !!!!!!
novembre 24, 2009 @ 10:38 EST
BB1

There are people beginning to bring this project up in everyday conversations. It sounds great to hear it talked about in this way. It has a life in our community.
novembre 25, 2009 @ 12:11 EST
AM

Teams in shared spaces have better opportunities to serve children as a team. Go Kootenays, let's help our kids.
novembre 25, 2009 @ 12:24 EST
Child Health

What great support there has become for this project - thank you everyone!
novembre 25, 2009 @ 12:35 EST
time hs come

One by one, the ideas, the resources, even the stars are lining up for this long overdue, very important innovative project for the EK Region. Thank you Gwen and team!
novembre 25, 2009 @ 1:13 EST
lynn

This is an opportunity for individuals and the larger community to come together for the good of all chidlren. Together with your input and your votes we can build an outstanding service centre.
novembre 25, 2009 @ 11:11 EST
Child Health

Individual commitment to a group effort - that is what makes a team work, a company work, a society work, a civilization work.
novembre 25, 2009 @ 11:54 EST
gnoble-cwrs

We're over a 1000 votes!! Thank you everyone. Keep it up.
novembre 25, 2009 @ 11:59 EST
LOCB2

Together we can do this!!
novembre 25, 2009 @ 12:24 EST
R.R.

The vision will become clear only when you can look into your own heart.
novembre 25, 2009 @ 1:48 EST
ldlong

What a plus this would be to sooooo many familes in our area . 3 cheers for whoever started the ball rolling .
novembre 25, 2009 @ 1:56 EST
G.R.

Yes, keep that ball rolling everyone - remember to share the site with friends and families :)
novembre 25, 2009 @ 2:06 EST
Mandy

Keep supporting this great project!
novembre 25, 2009 @ 2:07 EST
forthekids

Simply wonderful all the committed voters there are for this project!
novembre 25, 2009 @ 3:31 EST
AM

With 2 new keen pediatricians this is the ideal time for the centre to come together. ONe site is going to really help with coordinating professional advice. This is the best time for this all to come together.
novembre 25, 2009 @ 4:36 EST
CFC

This is an excellent project and very commintted community - keep voting!
novembre 25, 2009 @ 4:38 EST
Ronald.Miles

This centre is definately needed for the area. It will be a great service to the community which has such a high number of children and families with high needs. It will be of great benefit to the teams that work for families and children to be housed in one spot together.
novembre 25, 2009 @ 4:46 EST
ckscdp

Imagine getting the services your child requires right here in Cranbrook!
novembre 25, 2009 @ 6:06 EST
Joyce

I've been away for a few days and I can't believe how many votes have been cast in that time! Way to go! Keep voting and sharing and we'll get this done!
novembre 25, 2009 @ 6:42 EST
Director

Good luck. What a great resource this will be for the whole East Kootenay region.
novembre 25, 2009 @ 9:06 EST
Child Health

Hope is the thing with feathers, that perches in the soul, and sings the tune without the words, and never stops at all. EMILY DICKINSON
novembre 25, 2009 @ 9:15 EST
afletch

good luck
novembre 25, 2009 @ 9:17 EST
Celeste15

1060 votes! This is awesome!
novembre 25, 2009 @ 9:45 EST
forthekids

Go team Go!
novembre 26, 2009 @ 12:27 EST
BB1

This is so exciting!
novembre 26, 2009 @ 9:40 EST
AM

I have 3 questions for 3 professionals right now- which there was one place to ask at once instead of 3 phone calls. I know we can make this happen in the East Kootenays. Thank you to everyone who is pullling for local kids services
novembre 26, 2009 @ 11:02 EST
R.R.

3 days, 10 hours and 50 minutes yet to vote - keep it going everyone!!
novembre 26, 2009 @ 1:09 EST
G.R.

Please continue to support a much needed resource for our community! Hopefully the powers that be will help make this a reality :)
novembre 26, 2009 @ 1:12 EST
forthekids

Looking good!
novembre 26, 2009 @ 3:43 EST
capccran

Wow! Way to go Cranbrook! Keep voting!
novembre 26, 2009 @ 4:24 EST
crevscdp

Doing great with the voting...keep it up!
novembre 26, 2009 @ 4:39 EST
Jojo

I'm so excited to see all of the support! This is going to happen - I have no doubt!
novembre 26, 2009 @ 4:47 EST
afletch

Sending some positive energy...
novembre 26, 2009 @ 6:56 EST
shari

I can't imagine a project with more potential than this one...the long term benefits for our community and the entire area are almost limitless.
novembre 26, 2009 @ 8:12 EST
gwennoble1

I personally want to thank everyone for their support of this very important project. I just wanted to let everyone know that our team is also working very hard on more "traditional" methods of raising money for the centre, for example, creating an awareness campaign and promotional material, writing proposals for funding and approaching community businesses for contributions. As well, we are working hard at getting everything we need in place to begin the real work of renovations, for example, more demolition has been done, conversations are being held with the City of Cranbrook regarding development permits and building permits and parking, with Safeway, our neighbor, regarding exterior upgrades to the building, with the architect regarding final drawings and other technical stuff I don't really understand, with the contractors, etc. In other words, things are proceeding in a very positive direction and I am completely confident that this vision will become a reality for our commu
novembre 26, 2009 @ 8:48 EST
Patti Lawson

Wow !! its nice to see everyone pulling together to hopefully get this project started!! All the best !
novembre 26, 2009 @ 9:17 EST
Child Health

While we try to teach our children all about life, Our children teach us what life is all about. ~Angela Schwindt
novembre 27, 2009 @ 12:38 EST
dawna2u

This is what working together is all about. Keep up the votes and spread the word.
novembre 27, 2009 @ 10:12 EST
R.R.

I know that the postive thoughts and well wishes (along with financial support) will help to bring this dream to a reality. Keep the postive energy flowing....
novembre 27, 2009 @ 11:53 EST
EKSCDP

Every vote means one step closer to making our Kootenay Child Health & Development Centre a reality.........keep voting, keep making comments, keep pasing the word so we make it to the round 3 semi-finals!!
novembre 27, 2009 @ 2:36 EST
UWCK

This is such a great project for our communities. It is the hope of the United Way that cooperation and support make this a reality.
novembre 27, 2009 @ 2:40 EST
gdreger

Great project KCHDC! Great program AVIVA!
novembre 27, 2009 @ 4:03 EST
afletch

This project will happen
novembre 27, 2009 @ 4:44 EST
gnoble-cwrs

We only have two days left to vote and they are weekend days so it is critical that people remember to vote over the weekend. I think we have a vary good chance of getting through to the semi-finals because of the buzz that we have created.
novembre 27, 2009 @ 6:08 EST
hethar.r

It is a wonderful idea to have all these services under one roof. Make it happen.
novembre 27, 2009 @ 6:30 EST
Karen

Please keep those weekend votes coming. It is so encouraging to see the number rise and all the enthusiatic comments. Way to go, team.
novembre 27, 2009 @ 8:09 EST
1recycle

This is such a unique way to raise funds and involve community to make it happen, while at the same time help to spread the word about the project. The benefits and the impact of this centre will be very significant for the children and youth who need the services, many longterm, and for their families - less travelling; less expense; less planning for child care, time off work, time off school, etc., and certainly less stress. The fact that this opportunity has presented itself and that so many people in our East Kootenay region, and beyond, are getting invovled and supporting it says it all. It's desperately needed and that's the message we're sending to the Aviva Community Fund by participating. Only two days to go until round 3 ends and we must make it to the semi-finals.........we can make this happen!!
novembre 27, 2009 @ 8:32 EST
dawna2u

Saturday morning, we are over 1200 votes. Would be great to get up to 1500. Let's do it!
novembre 28, 2009 @ 11:09 EST
ldlong

Yeah , Cranbrook people , Lets make it happen !
novembre 28, 2009 @ 11:44 EST
rb

every vote counts!!
novembre 28, 2009 @ 12:09 EST
gwennoble1

This project is a winner, no matter what. Let's vote for the good of our community. Yeah!!
novembre 28, 2009 @ 12:48 EST
helpingkids

It is never too late to have a happy childhood. ~Tom Robbins
novembre 28, 2009 @ 1:44 EST
Child Health

What a wonderful region we are in, people taking the time to vote for this project is overwhelming.
novembre 28, 2009 @ 1:45 EST
Mila

This is such a wonderful initiative and needs everyone's support. Keep voting.
novembre 28, 2009 @ 1:47 EST
Pat

We're so very close. Keep it up.
novembre 28, 2009 @ 1:49 EST
jertam

We need the weekend votes! Remind people to vote from home!
novembre 28, 2009 @ 1:49 EST
PJ

It is wonderful to see that people are remembering to vote on the weekend. That demonstrates the merit of this project. Way to go!!
novembre 28, 2009 @ 1:51 EST
MB

We have such wonderful, dedicated professionals in our community. It is great to see so much support for the work they do with children and families.
novembre 28, 2009 @ 1:54 EST
Ekids

Yeah - 1300 votes for children and family in our community. This centre will have very positive outcomes for year to come. We need to make this happen. Keep voting.
novembre 28, 2009 @ 1:58 EST
with intenti

If we believe it, it will happen. Of course, it helps to keep voting.
novembre 28, 2009 @ 2:02 EST
Child Health

Children are one third of our population and all of our future. ~Select Panel for the Promotion of Child Health, 1981
novembre 28, 2009 @ 2:40 EST
danie

Great for our community, I'm in full support!
novembre 28, 2009 @ 5:04 EST
time hs come

This project emulates incredible innovation, capacity building and seamless service delivery..in little ol cranbrook...who'da thunk it? The time has come to think of the children..of wellness...of community building with this perfect model! Congratulations to all of you with the ability to see the VISION..."imagine"...
novembre 28, 2009 @ 11:42 EST
Mum

THanks AVIVA for the opportunity to apply for our project which is so important to us locally.
novembre 29, 2009 @ 12:56 EST
EKKinK

Chidren that are healthy and progressing to their full abilities are such a vital part of our communities. Way to go Cranbrook! I'm voting from my laptop in Kenya!! (so thanks to Aviva for having a strong website!)
novembre 29, 2009 @ 4:01 EST
ldlong

Keep voting people .Only 13 1/2 hours to go !!!
novembre 29, 2009 @ 10:20 EST
ekidpcon.cha

The home stretch! This is a win-win-win-win situation; great for Aviva, great PR for the Child Health and Development Centre and most of all great for children and families of the East Kootenays!
novembre 29, 2009 @ 12:08 EST
Korri

Down to the final hours! Keep voting for the kids.
novembre 29, 2009 @ 12:56 EST
gwennoble1

Thank you Aviva for giving us the opportunity to showcase our initiative. We could not have paid for a better awareness campaign. What a great idea!!
novembre 29, 2009 @ 1:02 EST
1recycle

Down to the last 11 hours..............and everyone is still taking time to vote, which shows just how committed we all are to making this centre happen for our children and families. We all know how important and vital this centre is for our region, and now Aviva knows too!! Way to go East Kootenay!! Keep voting, tell everyone to vote one last time for round 3 and move our project to the semi-finals!!
novembre 29, 2009 @ 1:03 EST
Pat

We are getting so close. Keep it up.
novembre 29, 2009 @ 1:36 EST
MB

It is great to see our community come together for this. The East Kootenay region of BC may be small but we have big hearts as we have continued to demonstrate by voting.
novembre 29, 2009 @ 1:42 EST
Mila

This new centre, when complete, is going to definitely help attract new families to our region, including newcomers and immigrants. It is a win-win for everyone.
novembre 29, 2009 @ 1:50 EST
PJ

It is so easy to vote for this great project and so worth it for children and families in our region.
novembre 29, 2009 @ 5:20 EST
jertam

I hope we make it...this project is so vital to the kootenays...
novembre 29, 2009 @ 5:20 EST
Ekids

This project will be one of the best things that has happened in our community for a long time. Thanks to everyone that has been voting and supporting this very important iniative.
novembre 29, 2009 @ 6:34 EST
ak

Our son was born in Cranbrook 4 /12 years ago with a serious heart defect that required immediate surgery at BC Children's Hospital. When we returned to Cranbrook we needed him to be followed by a pediatrician and cardiologist but the pediatrician that was available was leaving the area. We had to make a difficult decision to move to a larger city to be closer to the specialists that he requires. Thankfully, he is a healthy wonderful boy. If this centre would have been available then, we would not have left the region. We are voting because we believe that this will be a very important resource to families in the East Kootenay region. Please make it happen.
novembre 29, 2009 @ 7:02 EST

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