BC Gov News

The long-term water management plan for the Mount Polley mine site has been approved by an independent statutory-decision maker from the Ministry of Environment.

Provincial land purchases on southern Vancouver Island will protect the Juan de Fuca Marine Trail while advancing reconciliation with Pacheedaht First Nation.

British Columbia Environment Minister Mary Polak and Yukon Environment Minister Pauline Frost have signed an agreement pledging to co-operatively manage shared water in the Mackenzie River Basin, specifically the Liard River and its tributaries.

Since the introduction of the first Climate Action Plan, British Columbia has been recognized as a world leader in addressing climate change. B.C.’s climate leadership guides the development of its liquefied natural gas (LNG) industry.

British Columbia has achieved carbon neutrality across the provincial public sector for the sixth consecutive year, helping to lower greenhouse-gas emissions while generating jobs.

Water is one of B.C.’s most important natural resources and must be managed appropriately to protect both human and ecosystem health.

Instead of stand-alone legislation, B.C. has a suite of regulations, policies, and programs for the protection and recovery of species at risk.