Premier Christy Clark unveiled a multi-year #BCTECH Strategy that will support growth of B.C.’s vibrant technology sector – and strengthen British Columbia’s diverse knowledge-based economy.

More than $1.1 million in grants for a second wave of nine projects funded through the provincewide Connecting British Columbia program will benefit more than 80 B.C. communities located in rural and remote areas of the province by improving access to high-speed Internet.

Service BC will test expanded office hours at its Vernon location in response to requests from local residents.

Service BC will test expanded office hours at its Maple Ridge location in response to requests from local residents.

In response to requests from local residents, Service BC will offer weekend hours on a test basis at its Prince George location.

Premier Christy Clark made the following statement in response to David Loukidelis’ recommendations to government on how to improve freedom of information policies and procedures and records management practices in response to the Privacy Commissioner’s Oct. 22 report:

The Province of British Columbia is creating a $100-million venture capital fund as it builds the foundation for a comprehensive technology strategy aimed at stimulating growth in the fast-moving sector, creating jobs and strengthening a diverse economy.

Skaters strapped on their skates and took to the ice to celebrate the opening of Vancouver’s landmark Robson Square ice skating rink.

Service BC is expanding the services it offers by partnering with the Ministry of Social Development and Social Innovation (SDSI) office in Grand Forks.

The B.C. government is distributing approximately $17.3 million this month in compensation for municipal property taxes to 56 communities around the province.