Arts and culture thrive in British Columbia. Cultural activities contribute to our economy and help our communities shine as great places to live, work, play and visit.

As the Province helps the Portland Hotel Society to restructure, I feel it is important to remind British Columbians that close to 50 other agencies deliver a wide range of programs and services to some of society's poorest, most troubled individuals on Vancouver's Downtown Eastside (DTES).

There's been a lot of discussion recently about the potential for Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) in British Columbia

Small business is a key economic driver in this province. Over one million people own, operate or work for a small business.

Just two weeks ago, our government announced a preliminary framework for liquor sales in B.C. grocery stores - a framework based on promoting B.C. products, supporting jobs and economic growth and safeguarding health and public safety.

Most people experience their government via the services they depend on: schools, highways, and hospitals. For the most part, these services are free - and very expensive to maintain, much less make new investments in.

Every year in March, many Canadians take the opportunity to observe Canada Water Week (March 17-23) and World Water Day (March 22).

The first International Women's Day celebrated over 100 years ago marked the ongoing struggle for a woman's right to work, vote, hold public office and end gender discrimination.

International Women's Day is a great opportunity to celebrate the many career options available to women today.

Recently, proposed amendments to the Park Act were introduced in the legislature to provide clarity for certain activities within B.C.'s provincial parks.