More police officers will be trained at the Justice Institute of British Columbia’s (JIBC) police academy with a 50% expansion of seats, supporting local police recruitment and building safe communities.

The Province has appointed Larry Campbell to convene and co-ordinate partners in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside (DTES) with the aim of improving the quality of life for all people who live and work in the neighbourhood. 

More local governments will receive support to help them break down barriers and create more efficient approvals processes that will help B.C. to deliver more homes quicker.

Construction has started on nearly 250 rental homes in the Township of Langley, helping more people find housing options close to work, school and community services.

B.C.’s economy remains steady despite disruption and uncertainty from the global trade conflict, its First Quarterly Report shows.

Youth transitioning out of foster care, and young mothers in New Westminster are closer to having a safe, stable place to live as construction starts on a new 89-home development in the community.