Premier Christy Clark issued the following statement to mark the start of Rosh Hashanah:

Members of the Lower Nicola Indian Band will receive direct economic benefits from Teck’s Highland Valley Copper Operations thanks to two new agreements – one with the provincial government and one with the mining firm.

British Columbians are invited to nominate places of historic significance to South Asian Canadians for recognition.

Premier Christy Clark issued the following statement on the occasion of Mid-Autumn Festival:

Premier Christy Clark issued the following statement on the occasion of Eid al-Adha:

The nomination process for Japanese Canadian historic places has been extended to Nov. 30, 2016.

The Government of British Columbia and BC Ferries are committing to a seasonal direct ferry service between Port Hardy and Bella Coola to support Aboriginal tourism and the mid-coast economy.

Capilano University (Cap U) will provide Aboriginal students with tangible skills for teaching language in communities through a language and culture program. Vancouver Community College (VCC) will provide the gateway to careers program to help Aboriginal students develop, set and reach educational and career goals.

Teresa Wat, Minister of International Trade and Responsible for Asia Pacific Strategy and Multiculturalism issued the following statement regarding Malaysia Independence Day, also known as Merdeka Day.

Several Vancouver Island youth have spent the summer learning about teamwork, trust and togetherness through First Nations traditions, thanks to provincial civil forfeiture proceeds and some dedicated adults.