Where politics meets public health in Minden Hills

In the midst of the municipal election, a group of health promoters has come together to highlight the importance of local councils in providing healthy communities. The group, which includes advocates from the health unit and chamber of commerce, created fact sheets and backgrounders that they sent out to political candidates last week. Along with promoting active transportation, the materials also point out the importance of food security, age-friendly communities, vibrant economies and access to recreation. Read more.