The health, well-being and economic security of British Columbians have been deeply impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Now more than ever before, our new government will have a moral imperative to prioritize mental health and well-being alongside economic recovery. Neither can be achieved if the other is left behind.

There is no question that affordable housing and homelessness are amongst the top issues affecting voters.  Building on the success of our Rental Housing Index, we have compiled easy to navigate rental affordability data in each of B.C.’s 87 ridings to help you evaluate the affordability situation in your local riding.

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Nearly 40% of Canadians feel their mental health has worsened since the onset of COVID-19, with many feeling, isolated, anxious, worried, and having difficulty coping.

COVID-19 has disproportionately impacted the mental health of populations such as low income residents, older adults, and people already experiencing health and social inequities. People struggling with their mental health prior to the pandemic are twice as likely to have harmed themselves, and three times more likely to have thoughts of suicide.

Many people have experienced employment insecurity, temporary layoffs, and job loss due to COVID-19. An increased unemployment rate increases the risk of suicide and other substance use-related deaths.

The toxic illicit drug supply has fueled a poisoning epidemic for over four years and now the added pressures of COVID-19 have led to overdose rates increasing month-on-month—with the highest monthly numbers of overdose deaths ever recorded within the province.