Niki Sharma, Attorney General, and Nina Krieger, Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General, have released the following statement in response to the introduction of new proposed Criminal Code amendments by the federal government: 

Construction has started on nearly 250 rental homes in the Township of Langley, helping more people find housing options close to work, school and community services.

Children and families throughout B.C. will keep building stronger futures through reading and everyday learning with continued support for literacy programs.

More families in Cranbrook will have access to affordable and high-quality child care through 123 new licensed child care spaces.

Jennifer Whiteside, Minister of Labour, has issued the following statement on the Cowichan Valley Transit System labour dispute:

People should continue to use caution and take steps to be prepared by staying up to date on current conditions, following fire prohibitions and being Firesmart, as the risk of wildfire is expected to continue into fall.

People are invited to share their input to help guide the development of the Xwulqw’selu (Koksilah) Water and Watershed Sustainability Plan (the Plan) and shape long-term solutions for water supply and ecosystem health.