The most popular names for babies born in British Columbia in 2011 were Liam and Emma, according to the annual report from the British Columbia Vital Statistics Agency.

Employees in the largest health care bargaining association voted in favour of a new agreement, reached under government's Cooperative Gains Mandate.

Throughout British Columbia billions of dollars are being invested in new hospitals, upgrades and renovations, and 2012 was no exception.

Minister of State for Seniors Ralph Sultan announced today that the latest edition of the BC Seniors' Guide that contains information on services, programs and tips on healthy aging is available in French.

Choosing a sober driver, focusing on the road and keeping your speed appropriate to conditions are vital ways that you can ensure your family - and others - enjoy a safe season and reach your holiday destinations.

The B.C. government, in collaboration with the BC Healthy Communities Society, released a guide to help interested local governments and First Nations better plan for events involving alcohol, creating a safer, healthier setting for event-goers and the community.

Health Minister Margaret MacDiarmid issued the following statement about the suspension of planned job action by unions within the Health Science Professionals Bargaining Association.

Eighteen B.C. communities will benefit from government grants geared to the development of local sport programs.