A new provincial funding commitment of $61 million will support local governments building capacity to meet new housing-density initiatives, including the implementation of anticipated changes to development approval processes, planning and zoning, such as small-scale multi-unit housing.

The following facts provide a snapshot of British Columbia’s kindergarten-to-Grade 12 education system as of Sept. 5, 2023.

Increased supports for literacy programs in B.C. will help more children access services to develop skills that extend beyond the classroom.

The Environmental Assessment Office (EAO) has issued two administrative penalties totalling $346,000 to Coastal GasLink Pipeline Ltd. (CGL) on Sept. 19, 2023, for non-compliance with requirements of its environmental assessment certificate.

Highway 97 north of Summerland will open for two lanes of traffic, one in each direction, on Friday, Sept. 22, 2023, at noon.

The Province and the Northwest BC Resource Benefits Alliance (RBA) are working together to ensure the region’s economic development contributes to building strong, sustainable communities and delivers good-paying jobs for residents.

A public open house will be held Oct. 4, 2023, to provide Cache Creek and area residents with information about planned improvements to Highway 97 that will enhance safety and help prevent flooding.  

New funding to expand community-based literacy programs will help people of all ages learn new skills, communicate with confidence and engage fully in society.