Who We Are SCT
Kids Boost Immunity (KBI) is a non-profit Canadian education initiative made possible through a partnership between the Public Health Agency of Canada, the BC Ministry of Health, the Public Health Association of British Columbia, and the BC Centre for Disease Control. We are a small group of experienced classroom teachers, health professionals, and research experts, passionate about education and student engagement.
Co-Development and Review by Educational Partners
All lessons are either fully developed or co-developed by teachers to ensure that content is age appropriate, linked to curriculum, and meets diverse learning needs. Our health professionals also consult with experts to check that any health-related information is accurate and current.
Editorial and Content Policy
KBI is dedicated to posting accurate, up-to-date and well-researched information for teachers and students. Content is created and reviewed based on the credibility of the original sources and the objectivity of the findings.
We also guarantee that the content is created independently of any funding partners.
Please note that content on KBI should not be used as a replacement for medical advice from a healthcare professional. For medical advice, we encourage you to speak to your local healthcare professionals.
History
Kids Boost Immunity is based on a sister-site called I Boost Immunity (IBI) that utilizes online quizzes to combat misinformation about immunization and communicable diseases. KBI is tailored for teachers and their classroom, while IBI’s primary target is adults and the general public.
Kids Boost Immunity would not have been possible without the longstanding support of various representatives across the health sector in British Columbia including the Ministry of Health, PHABC, BCCDC, First Nations Health Authority, Fraser Health, Vancouver Coastal Health, Interior Health, Vancouver Island Health, Northern Health and the BC Pharmacy Association. This collective is responsible for developing KBI's sister site I Boost Immunity.
Artwork
Original artwork include drawings by Armin Mortazavi. https://arminmortazavi.com/