News by Ministry
Office of the Premier
Unveiling BC Place Vancouver upgrades, opportunity ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026
Accessibility, technology, hospitality enhancements will transform fan experience, leave a legacy
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New SkyTrain stations taking shape for transit riders south of Fraser River
Agriculture and Food
Attorney General
Attorney general’s statement about changes to victims of crime policy
Niki Sharma, Attorney General, has released the following statement in response to the BC Prosecution Service announcing updates to its Victims of Crime policy that respond to recommendations in the Stanton Report:
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Attorney general’s statement on Asian Heritage Month
Niki Sharma, Attorney General, has released the following statement in celebration of Asian Heritage Month:
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Helping survivors of family violence navigate legal system
Innovative law clinics in B.C. support people experiencing family violence with free legal help
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Children and Family Development
Supporting children, youth with disabilities with new programs, more funding
Investment will expand services throughout B.C., provide additional direct funding to families
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Citizens' Services
Minister’s statement about amendments to Bill 9
Diana Gibson, Minister of Citizens’ Services, has released the following statement about updates to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act:
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Strengthening Haida Gwaii connectivity through new subsea fibre-optic link
Education and Child Care
Minister’s statement on Child Care Month
Lisa Beare, Minister of Education and Child Care, has released the following statement in celebration of Child Care Month:
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Minister’s statement on Education Week 2026
Lisa Beare, Minister of Education and Child Care, has released the following statement in celebration of Education Week 2026:
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Emergency Management and Climate Readiness
Minister’s statement on Emergency Preparedness Week
Kelly Greene, Minister of Emergency Management and Climate Readiness, has released the following statement during Emergency Preparedness Week (May 3-9, 2026):
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Energy and Climate Solutions
Electrifying the economy, building energy resilience
Six made-in-B.C. clean tech projects advance use of clean electricity, reducing emissions, costs
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B.C., Treaty 8 First Nations build new partnerships to advance restoration
Province, seven Treaty 8 Nations sign restoration agreements that support land, communities, jobs
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Environment and Parks
Day-use passes available for three popular parks, seasonal closures at Pipi7íyekw/Joffre Lakes Park
Finance
Launching consultation for patent box tax regime, boosting innovation
Province exploring tax incentive to support intellectual-property growth in life-sciences sector
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Attorney general’s, minister’s, parliamentary secretary’s statements on BC Coroners Service report
Niki Sharma, Attorney General; Nina Krieger, Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General; and Jennifer Blatherwick, parliamentary secretary for gender equity, have released the following statements in response to the BC Coroners Service report Our Time to Act: A Review of Intimate Partner Violence-Related Deaths in British Columbia, 2016-2024:
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Minister’s, parliamentary secretary’s statements about Red Dress Day
Nina Krieger, Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General, and Jennifer Blatherwick, parliamentary secretary for gender equity, have released the following statements in honour of Red Dress Day, also known as the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit+ People:
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Forests
Inviting southern Thompson Okanagan residents to help guide forest management
Health
Bettering access to care, reproductive health protected through expanded midwives’ role
Provincial health officer’s statement about Canadians arriving from MV Hondius to B.C.
Dr. Bonnie Henry, provincial health officer, has issued the following statement about the arrival of Canadians from MV Hondius to B.C.:
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Housing and Municipal Affairs
Opening seniors’ homes atop new Foundry centre in Terrace
Inter-generational development provides affordable homes alongside inclusive services for youth
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Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation
Minister’s statement on appointment of provincial commissioner to BC Treaty Commission
Spencer Chandra Herbert, Minister of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation, has released the following statement on the appointment of Angela Wesley as the new provincially appointed commissioner to the BC Treaty Commission:
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Infrastructure
Adding more fun for students with new school playgrounds
(Updated May 4, 2026) $5 million in new playground funding will support kids’ health, well-being
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Intergovernmental Relations Secretariat
Throne speech pays tribute to the people of Tumbler Ridge
Wendy Cocchia, Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia, has delivered the following speech from the throne, opening the second session of the 43rd parliament of the Province of British Columbia, in tribute to the people of Tumbler Ridge:
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People invited to sign condolence books for victims of the Tumbler Ridge tragedy
Following the tragic events in Tumbler Ridge on Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2026, books of condolence are available for British Columbians to express their sympathies and messages of support.
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Jobs and Economic Growth
Supporting manufacturing in Nanaimo to strengthen local jobs
New provincial funding helps a steel manufacturer expand production, grow, reach new markets
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Minister’s statement on April Labour Force Survey results
B.C.’s labour force results reflect global economic pressures, key sectors continue to grow
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Labour
Premier’s, minister’s statements on National Day of Mourning
Premier David Eby has issued the following statement in recognition of the National Day of Mourning:
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Mining and Critical Minerals
B.C., Simpcw begin negotiations on consent agreement for Yellowhead Copper mine
The Province and Simpcw First Nation have started negotiations on a consent decision-making agreement for co-ordinated and efficient assessments of the proposed Yellowhead Copper mine project in Simpcw territory.
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Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills
Protecting jobs for British Columbians while meeting immediate labour needs
Province focuses on building skilled workforce with employment of young people for the long term
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Minister’s statement on Construction and Skilled Trades Month
Jessie Sunner, Minister of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills, has released the following statement in celebration of Construction and Skilled Trades Month:
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Building upgrades will improve Camosun engineering technology programs
Public Safety and Solicitor General
Minister’s statement about National Police Week
Nina Krieger, Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General, has released the following statement in celebration of National Police Week:
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Keeping people safe in Comox Valley, Port Hardy with early intervention program
Minister’s, parliamentary secretary’s statements about Red Dress Day
Nina Krieger, Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General, and Jennifer Blatherwick, parliamentary secretary for gender equity, have released the following statements in honour of Red Dress Day, also known as the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit+ People:
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Social Development and Poverty Reduction
Launching new training projects for people facing barriers to employment
Expanding culturally grounded support for Indigenous people with diverse needs in Port Alberni
Pilot project helps Port Alberni Friendship Centre guide adults toward CLBC-funded services
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Tourism, Arts, Culture and Sport
Unveiling BC Place Vancouver upgrades, opportunity ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026
Accessibility, technology, hospitality enhancements will transform fan experience, leave a legacy
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Bringing people together in Tumbler Ridge through FIFA World Cup 2026 event
Canada Celebrates will add a stop in Tumbler Ridge, sharing benefits of FIFA World Cup 2026
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Minister’s statement on one month until FIFA World Cup 2026
Anne Kang, Minister of Tourism, Arts, Culture and Sport, has issued the following statement as Monday, May 11, 2026, marks one month to go until the FIFA World Cup 2026.
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Transportation and Transit
New SkyTrain stations taking shape for transit riders south of Fraser River
Targeted detours reopening Broadway sooner
Road restoring ahead of schedule at future Mount Pleasant Station, accelerated at Broadway-City Hall
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Expect construction delays at Highway 1 Sagebrush overpass in Kamloops
Drivers are advised that the eastbound lanes of the Sagebrush overpass on Highway 1 between the Columbia Street exit and Summit Drive on-ramp in Kamloops will be closed for approximately four weeks, starting Saturday, May 9, 2026.
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Water, Land and Resource Stewardship
Banning breeding, future ownership of exotic cats
Updated May 4, 2026: New rules strengthen protections for public safety, animal welfare, ecosystems
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