On Monday, March 11, the government of B.C. will mark the solemn two-year anniversary of the Japanese earthquake and tsunami, which claimed approximately 16,000 lives and damaged more than 100,000 buildings.

The Province of B.C., the Tahltan Nation, Shell Canada, Forest Ethics and the Skeena Watershed Conservation Coalition have been honoured by Tides Canada for finding unique solutions to environmental issues.

Aboriginal Relations and Reconciliation Minister Ida Chong released the following statement regarding the passage of the Tla'amin Nation Treaty Settlement Legislation:

Aboriginal Relations and Reconciliation Minister Ida Chong is honoured to announce Queen's Diamond Jubilee Medals are to be awarded to Wendy Grant-John, Charlene Belleau and Guujaaw.

Aboriginal Relations and Reconciliation Minister Ida Chong and Scia'new (Beecher Bay) Nation Chief Russell Chipps signed an Incremental Treaty Agreement (ITA) that will create benefits for the Scia'new Nation, including economic development opportunities and meaningful employment on southern Vancouver Island.

Aboriginal Relations and Reconciliation Minister Ida Chong and Malahat Nation Chief Michael Harry signed an Incremental Treaty Agreement (ITA) that will provide land, economic development opportunities and meaningful employment opportunities.

Aboriginal Relations and Reconciliation Minister Ida Chong and Snaw-naw-as (Nanoose) Nation Chief David Bob signed an incremental treaty agreement (ITA) that enables Snaw-naw-as to acquire two land parcels within the next three years.

Aboriginal Relations and Reconciliation Minister Ida Chong and Songhees Nation Councillor Gary Albany signed an incremental treaty agreement (ITA) that will create economic benefits for the Songhees Nation and represents a significant step forward in building a strong and constructive relationship with local governments.