Lana Popham, Minister of Agriculture and Food, has issued the following statement in support of the B.C. Agriculture Council’s Ag Day:

An enhanced Climate Action Tax Credit landed in people’s bank accounts last week as a one-time payment to help support people facing affordability challenges.

Murray Rankin, Attorney General and Minister Responsible for Housing, and Sheila Malcolmson, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions, have released the following statement in response to the BC Coroners Service’s report on the deaths of individuals experiencing homelessness in B.C. from 2012-21:

Changes to employment standards will better protect young people by outlining the types of work that are suitable for those aged 16 to 18.

More people are choosing to pursue studies in early childhood education, which is good news for families, communities, children and B.C.’s economy.

Sheila Malcolmson, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions, has released the following statement regarding the BC Coroners Service’s report on illicit drug toxicity deaths in July 2022:

British Columbia is well-positioned to support people through emerging global economic headwinds with preliminary numbers showing an improved fiscal forecast.

As a new semester starts at post-secondary institutions, government is working to support students in creating safe, inclusive and welcoming spaces for them.

Sheila Malcolmson, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions, has released the following statement on International Overdose Awareness Day: