British Columbia is leading the country in economic growth, and continues to rely on economic immigration to meet labour market demand.

The Government of British Columbia recognizes the important role of newcomers to help build B.C.’s strong and sustainable economy.

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On Monday, Jan. 16, 2017, BC Housing will start accepting applications for the new BC Home Owner Mortgage and Equity Partnership program.

British Columbia is developing project development agreements with proponents, working with First Nations to strengthen environmental stewardship, and partnering with trades associations to increase skills training – proactive measures to put us in the best possible position to have a competitive new liquefied natural gas (LNG) industry in the province.

Hydraulic fracturing is a technological process used to extract natural gas from shale rocks. Shale formations have very small pore spaces and low permeability, making the extraction of gas difficult. Hydraulic fracturing is required to increase the permeability of the rock and to facilitate the movement of gas up a wellbore.

In these past few weeks, the agricultural sector has been moving forward with great leaps and bounds into the future of farming and organic foods.

March 2, 2016, marks the first-ever Red Tape Reduction Day in British Columbia. It is a day to reflect on some of the ways that we can make things easier through red tape reduction.

Ask any small business owner what their biggest challenge is, and they’ll tell you it’s wading through red tape.

2015 has been a busy and fulfilling year, and as the new year approaches, we look forward to continuing to work with our community partners to help more people find a safe and affordable place to call home.