The Government of Canada remains committed to making significant investments in infrastructure that will improve our public transit systems, strengthen Canadian communities, and help grow the economy.

The Small Communities Fund will accept applications for $90 million in support for infrastructure before the end of this year, Premier Christy Clark announced at the Union of British Columbia Municipalities annual convention.

Provincial public sector organizations will operate under new taxpayer accountability principles that strengthen accountability, promote cost control, and ensure they operate in the best interest of taxpayers.

The provincial government wrapped up the spring legislative session focused on jobs, families and open government.

The exceptional accomplishments of B.C.'s Lower Mainland public service employees were recognised with the annual Premier's Innovation and Excellence Awards.