In an important step toward a stronger working relationship between B.C. and China's Zhejiang province, both governments signed an agreement encouraging greater co-operation in wood-frame construction.

As part of Canada and B.C.'s effort to aid reconstruction following the 2011 earthquake and tsunami, in Japan, plans were announced to build a support centre for children with disabilities.

Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations Minister Steve Thomson and delegates on the 2013 Forestry Asia Trade Mission had an action-packed first day in Japan.

Expanding and strengthening trading relationships abroad means real jobs here at home.

Minister of Natural Gas Development Rich Coleman today announced he will depart Friday to promote the development of British Columbia's liquefied natural gas industry in Korea, China and Malaysia.

Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations Minister Steve Thomson will be leading a delegation of over 25 senior executives from B.C.'s leading forest companies and associations to Japan and China from Oct. 16 to 26, 2013.

In front of friends, family and a room full of distinguished guests, 12 exceptional civic leaders were honoured today at Government House with the Province's highest form of recognition, the Order of British Columbia.