BC Gov News

In advance of Prevention of Violence Against Women Week (April 12-18, 2015), British Columbia is putting the Vision for a Violence Free BC strategy into action, investing $5 million for projects focused on ending violence against women and preventing crime.

Keeping children safe and early collaborative resolution of child-protection issues are the goals of a new pilot project announced today by Attorney General and Minister of Justice Suzanne Anton.

British Columbians are invited to support local dry graduation celebrations by donating at participating BC Liquor Stores throughout the province.

Liquor licensing for special events is moving online, beginning with a pilot program in Vancouver and Burnaby, as government continues cutting red tape for British Columbians.

BC Liquor Stores are encouraging British Columbians to give to those less fortunate this holiday season by participating in the 25th annual Share-a-Bear campaign.

Gone are the days of cordoned-off beer gardens at family-friendly festivals in B.C., thanks to liquor law changes made today that open up new opportunities for B.C. families and the province’s multitude of festivals and special events.