Premier David Eby has issued the following statement marking International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia:

The legislation that recognizes the Haida Nation’s Aboriginal title throughout Haida Gwaii received royal assent in the B.C. legislature on Thursday, May 16, 2024.

From the City of Fernie: https://fernie.civicweb.net/filepro/documents/172598/?preview=172599

To support government’s efforts to prevent invasive species, British Columbia’s chief veterinarian has issued an order making it illegal to transport watercraft in British Columbia with the drain plug still in place, as of May 17, 2024.

The final legislative session for the 42nd parliament delivered action to help people in B.C. with new laws and measures aimed at easing cost-of-living pressures, delivering more homes for people with middle incomes and improving public health care.

The 2024-25 intake of the ChildCareBC New Spaces Fund is open for applications until Aug. 2, 2024.

Residents and long-weekend travellers are asked to plan ahead, be FireSmart and stay safe this Victoria Day long weekend.

From Regional District North Okanagan: https://www.rdno.ca/our-communities/rdno-news/media-release-grand-opening-event-shuswap-north-okanagan-rail-trail