The Government of British Columbia today launched a consultation on a proposed new Franchises Act that would help level the playing field for small business owners and provide certainty for investors.

The BC Coroners Service has confirmed the identity of a man who died after suffering an accidental fall in Victoria on Sept. 5, 2014.

The BC Coroners Service has confirmed the identity of a male who died following a cycling incident in North Saanich on Sept. 3, 2014.

BC Corrections invites South Okanagan residents interested in becoming correctional officers to attend information sessions in Osoyoos, Penticton and Oliver.

Children and Family Development Minister Stephanie Cadieux and Suzanne Anton, Attorney General and Minister of Justice, have issued the following statement regarding B.C.’s response to the issue of domestic violence:

Government is reviewing B.C.'s current liquor enforcement penalties and considering how different types of penalties may impact businesses and their staff, fulfilling recommendations made during the B.C. Liquor Policy Review.

The BC Coroners Service has confirmed the identity of a woman who died after being struck by a vehicle near Parksville on Aug. 18, 2014.

The BC Coroners Service has confirmed the identity of a male who was found deceased in Victoria on Aug. 16, 2014.

Nominations for the honorary designation of Queen's Counsel are being accepted until Friday, Oct. 10, 2014, by the Ministry of Justice.