Children in Richmond

The following PDFs present a snapshot of children in Richmond:

• RICHMOND CHILDREN FIRST RELEASES A PROFILE OF CHILDREN IN RICHMOND (2009) (PDF 2MB)

  We now have overwhelming evidence that early human development - what happens to a child between birth and 12 years old- affects long term health, well being and competence. Research is also helping us understand how family and community circumstances can be changed to improve the lives of children.

  A Profile of Children in Richmond provides a snapshot of Richmond children and their families. The report is based on indicators that measure characteristics that influence child development and is a useful planning tool to strengthen neighbourhoods and to put into place programs and policies to support children's healthy development.

  The purpose of this report is to:

  • Provide a profile of Richmond children during their early (birth to 5) and middle (6 to 12) years based on demographic, socio-economic, health, child development and community characteristics.
  • Highlight neighbourhood-level differences and similarities
  • Build awareness of the strengths and needs of Richmond children
  • Serve as a planning tool
  • Initiate and enhance collaborative partnerships for capacity building

• VCH Early Childhood Profile 2009 (PDF 2MB)
  This report provides a regional demographic picture of young children (ages 0 to 5 years) and their families, highlighting the similarities and differences between areas in the Vancouver Coastal Health region, including Richmond. It is based on the notion that healthy child development during these early years is critical to lifelong health outcomes, learning and achievement.

• Early Development Instrument: Richmond Community Summary (PDF 223KB)
  The Early Child Development Mapping Project involves mapping child development data, socio-economic characteristics and community assets. An important goal of the project is to assist communities in using maps to monitor early child development, and in developing effective local responses that support the needs of children and families. The project is administered by the Human Early Learning Partnership, working with community networks and school districts of British Columbia.