Proposed changes to fishing regulations for the 2017-2019 Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis are now available for public comment and feedback. A complete list and description of the proposed regulations can be viewed online at: http://apps.nrs.gov.bc.ca/pub/ahte/

Drivers, cyclists and pedestrians are advised of upcoming rock excavation work adjacent to the Trans-Canada Highway and the Galloping Goose Trail west of the McKenzie Avenue/Admirals Road intersection, and to expect delays during this time.

Health Minister Terry Lake has issued the following statement for Diabetes Awareness Month:

British Columbia’s professional artists, arts organizations and book publishers seeking financial assistance can now apply for funding through the BC Arts Council. The following grant programs are accepting applications:

Premiers of Canada's four western provinces announced that Manitoba has joined the New West Partnership Trade Agreement, strengthening and expanding Canada’s largest, barrier-free interprovincial market.

Two prestigious members of B.C.’s arts and culture community, Susan Jackson and Yosef Wosk, have been appointed to the BC Arts Council board.

Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) is now available to eligible British Columbians in areas of the province that were impacted by severe weather and flooding that occurred from Nov. 3-14, 2016.

Todd Stone, Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure, made the following statement in response to a report from Delta first responders about the safety of the George Massey Tunnel:

In response to the second intake of the $75-million BC Rural Dividend, 289 applications were received from communities, not-for-profit associations and First Nations throughout the province.