March long weekend is a popular time for British Columbians to spend outdoors with friends and family, exploring the vast opportunities that exist in B.C.’s backcountry and trails. A new social media campaign is focused on helping families be fully informed, and prepared for potential risks, so they have fun and return home safely.

British Columbians from throughout the province will be turning off lights and powering down electronics on Saturday, March 19, 2016, between 8:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. during Earth Hour 2016.

Environment Minister Mary Polak introduced new legislation that, if passed, will add more than 11,700 hectares to B.C.’s protected areas system, including the establishment of a new Class A provincial park.

A reminder to all families, friends and outdoor enthusiasts to book your favourite campsites as the BC Parks online reservation system, Discover Camping, opens tomorrow.

Families, friends and outdoor enthusiasts can get ready for another exciting season of camping with the BC Parks reservation system, Discover Camping, opening soon.

Amendments to the Environmental Management Act (EMA), introduced will, if passed, provide the legal foundation to establish a new, world-leading spill preparedness and response regime to address environmental emergencies in B.C.

Environment Minister Mary Polak introduced amendments to the Greenhouse Gas Industrial Reporting and Control Act, giving new regulated operations flexible options for start-up, ensuring B.C.’s LNG is the cleanest in the world.

Over the past five years, BC Parks has invested approximately $60 million in park facilities. 

BC Family Day on Monday, Feb. 8, 2016, offers British Columbians a holiday weekend to spend with their loved ones, enjoying fun and engaging events throughout the province. Now in its fourth year, BC Family Day is a time to celebrate what we value – our family, friends and communities.