People and wildlife in coastal communities of British Columbia will soon benefit from a cleaner coast because of new funding from the Province.

A 400-metre section of Quesnel-Hixon Road is being permanently closed, and the Cottonwood River Canyon Bridge is being taken out of service.

People in Oliver, Osoyoos and Okanagan Falls will have enhanced access to health care as the Province expands the Provincial Rural Retention Incentive (PRRI) program to the region.

Bruce Ralston, Minister of Forests, has released the following statement:

Nearly 100 new rental homes are coming for middle-income individuals, couples and families in Nelson and Fernie through BC Builds housing projects.

Victoria residents will be able to continue living in affordable homes, thanks to the Rental Protection Fund’s contribution to purchase two properties in the community.

Drivers are advised the southbound slow lane of Highway 99 through the George Massey Tunnel will be closed overnight for five nights starting Monday, Aug. 12, 2024.

Drivers are advised Highway 99 traffic will be reduced to a minimum of one lane in each direction overnight starting Monday, Aug. 12, 2024, at the Steveston Interchange.

Nominations for the honorary designation of King’s Counsel (KC) for 2024 will open on Monday, Aug. 12, 2024.

Communities in the Elk Valley will benefit from an updated plan that will ensure cleaner, healthier water for generations to come.