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New drivers in B.C. can now take first knowledge test online

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 12:45 PM
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Updated: Online option offers people more choice and convenience, frees up in-person ICBC appointments


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Continuing to strengthen BC Sheriff Service with new sheriffs

Monday, June 8, 2026 1:30 PM
Continuing to strengthen BC Sheriff Service with new sheriffs.

Seventeen graduates ready to support a fully staffed BC Sheriff Service


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Attorney General’s, minister’s statement on the federal Safe Social Media bill

Thursday, June 11, 2026 1:27 PM
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Federal action on protecting children online welcome, more needed

Niki Sharma, Attorney General, and Rick Glumac, Minister of State for AI and New Technologies, have released the following statements in response to the tabling of Bill C-34, the Safe Social Media Act, in federal Parliament:


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Penticton joins B.C.’s class action against ‘forever chemicals’ manufacturers

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 9:00 AM
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 B.C., Penticton working to hold companies accountable for effects of chemicals in drinking water


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Making government services more equitable for all

Monday, June 1, 2026 11:28 AM
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Taking action against systemic racism

B.C. launches Anti-Racism Action Plan to address barriers Indigenous, racialized people face


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Attorney general’s statement on Filipino Heritage Month

Monday, June 1, 2026 8:15 AM
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Niki Sharma, Attorney General, has released the following statement in celebration of Filipino Heritage Month:


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Nominations open for 2026 King’s Counsel designation

Monday, May 25, 2026 8:30 AM

B.C. lawyers invited to put forward peers demonstrating excellence, leadership


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Supporting families with free services during separation, conflict

Thursday, May 21, 2026 11:00 AM
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A range of supports is available to help people navigate changes in their family relationships


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Attorney general’s statement about Supreme Court of Canada decision in Ahluwalia v. Ahluwalia case

Friday, May 15, 2026 11:00 AM

Niki Sharma, Attorney General, has released the following statement about the Supreme Court of Canada's decision in Ahluwalia v. Ahluwalia case:


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Making attendance at routine court hearings easier

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 8:45 AM
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More BC Supreme Court civil and family hearings can be done through video conferencing


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Helping survivors of family violence navigate legal system

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 8:30 AM
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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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Attorney general’s statement about changes to victims of crime policy

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 2:00 PM
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New changes make justice system safer for victims

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

Friday, May 1, 2026 8:15 AM
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Asian Heritage Month’ text filled with vibrant photos of landmarks, celebrations, and cultural scenes across Asia.

Niki Sharma, Attorney General, has released the following statement in celebration of Asian Heritage Month:


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Attorney general’s statement on Jewish Heritage Month

Friday, May 1, 2026 8:00 AM
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Ancient Star of David stone carving from the Capernaum synagogue, 4th–5th century CE, near the Sea of Galilee. With ‘Happy Jewish Heritage Month’ text

Niki Sharma, Attorney General, has released the following statement marking Jewish Heritage Month:


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Appointing three Provincial Court judges to serve southwestern B.C.

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 11:00 AM

(Updated April 29, 2026) Appointments strengthen access to justice in Port Coquitlam, Surrey and Abbotsford


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