The Government of British Columbia has underscored its commitment to work with Indigenous peoples in the spirit of respect and collaboration by introducing a set of draft principles designed to guide the daily work of provincial government employees. Don Wright, head of the BC Public Service shared the draft principles with all 27,000 public service employees on Tuesday, May 22, 2018.

The May long weekend is a great time to travel and visit friends and family.

From Kent to Surrey, four communities in the Fraser Valley are receiving age-friendly grants to support British Columbia seniors, so they can live active, safe, socially engaged and independent lives.

From Ladysmith to Saanich, four communities in the Vancouver Island region are receiving age-friendly grants to support British Columbia seniors, so they can live active, safe, socially engaged and independent lives.

From Cache Creek to Trail, 14 communities in the Interior are receiving age-friendly grants to support British Columbia seniors, so they can live active, safe, socially engaged and independent lives.

The Government of British Columbia has appointed four new board chairs and 11 new members to health authorities’ boards of directors.

The Government of British Columbia has appointed Leah Hollins as Island Health’s new board chair and Ron Mattson as a new member.  

Summer is gradually coming to a close, but the wildfire risk in many parts of the province remains a very serious concern. British Columbians are urged to exercise caution and remain vigilant to help prevent human-caused wildfires.

With B.C. Day around the corner, everyone has a role to play in helping to prevent wildfires and having a safe, healthy long weekend.