Ravi Parmar, Minister of Forests, has released the following statement in response to reported tree spiking in the Fairy Creek watershed:

The Province has approved a legal order to extend temporary protections in the Fairy Creek watershed until Sept. 30, 2026.

shíshálh Nation and the Province are reaffirming their shared commitment to long-term reconciliation by renewing an agreement that will strengthen economic, cultural and environmental initiatives.

Premier David Eby is tasking a new cabinet committee with co-ordinating the whole-of-government approach to protect B.C.’s workers, businesses and economy against ongoing tariff threats from the United States.

From Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada: https://www.canada.ca/en/housing-infrastructure-communities/news/2025/01/federal-government-invests-in-improved-flood-protection-in-the-village-of-tahsis.html

Drivers are advised of traffic-pattern changes on Highway 99 at Steveston crossing over three weekends.