Two contracts valued at $5.2 million have been awarded to upgrade the road surface and replace a single-lane bridge on Highway 99 near Lillooet, improving safety and travel for area residents and visitors to the region.

Industrial utility vehicles, miniature motor vehicles and golf course-owned beverage carts are no longer required to be registered, licensed and insured by ICBC, under amendments to the Motor Vehicle Act and its regulations in force today. These changes benefit businesses and charitable organizations across the province by reducing insurance fees and duplication.

The Evergreen Line rapid transit project is continuing to move forward with a tender posted for work to prepare for the relocation of Canadian Pacific Railway (CPR) tracks in Port Moody.

Beginning today, cataract patients will receive foldable intraocular lenses free of charge.

B.C.'s field vegetable and berry growers can keep informed of the most up-to-date growing techniques and information by accessing a web-based version of the highly respected B.C. Production Guides.

Beginning today, marriage commissioners may charge an additional $25 per hour, in addition to the standard fee of $75 plus HST charged for basic wedding ceremonies, to recognize the added effort, preparation and travel time required for some ceremonies.

General stores in destination resort communities can now apply for the ability to provide liquor service, thanks to a change in rural agency store policy announced by Minister Rich Coleman.

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