Land, Water and Resource Stewardship

Office of the Premier

Historic investment to build modern, new RBCM, safeguard collection

May 13, 2022 1:33 PM

A new state-of-the-art and seismically safe Royal BC Museum (RBCM) is coming to Victoria and will be more accessible for all British Columbians.
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Indigenous-led plan for community centre moves forward

May 6, 2022 10:15 AM

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Advanced Education and Skills Training

Indigenous-led plan for community centre moves forward

May 6, 2022 10:15 AM

A concept plan for a new Indigenous centre is moving forward on the territories of the Coast Salish peoples in Vancouver.
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Student housing triples in Abbotsford

May 13, 2022 12:15 PM

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Agriculture and Food

New funding sprouts more growth for B.C. seeds

May 5, 2022 8:15 AM

The Province is increasing support for B.C. seed growers to enhance and expand their operations, bolster food security and create a thriving food economy.
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B.C. Land Matching Program reaches new milestone

April 13, 2022 9:15 AM

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Attorney General

Province, mayors co-ordinate investigation into prolific offenders

May 5, 2022 12:50 PM

The Province, in co-operation with British Columbia’s Urban Mayors’ Caucus (BCUMC), has hired two experts to investigate and report on prolific offenders and random violent attacks, and the necessary actions.
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New accessible, affordable homes underway in Vancouver

May 16, 2022 1:30 PM

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Children and Family Development

Province seeks public input on supports for children, youth

April 20, 2022 11:15 AM

A survey about B.C’s new service approach for children and youth with support needs is now open to the public.
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Process begins to select family connections centres

May 10, 2022 4:08 PM

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Citizens' Services

BC Data Catalogue improved, updated to serve British Columbians better

May 16, 2022 10:30 AM

From data about wildfires and floods to natural resource and tech-sector insights, finding a wide variety of key information has become easier and more secure for British Columbians with the launch of an improved and updated BC Data Catalogue.
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Modernized, streamlined registry makes registering personal property easier

April 15, 2022 8:30 AM

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Education and Child Care

Kids, families benefit from more funding for accessible school playgrounds

April 29, 2022 11:15 AM

More than 7,000 B.C students will have access to new, safe and accessible playgrounds as the Province invests in the Playground Equipment Program (PEP) for the fifth year in a row to support healthy and active lifestyles.
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Minister’s statement on child care month

May 1, 2022 9:30 AM

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Energy, Mines and Low Carbon Innovation

British Columbians can access more in EV charger rebates

May 18, 2022 10:05 AM

The Province and Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) are making it more affordable for people to install electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in their homes, businesses and communities.
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Low-carbon fuel expansion cuts emissions, creates jobs

May 9, 2022 12:35 PM

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Environment and Climate Change Strategy

B.C. launches new program to accelerate local climate action

May 16, 2022 10:45 AM

Stronger collaboration, planning and action to reduce climate pollution and build protection for local communities will result from the new CleanBC Local Government Climate Action Program.
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Earth Day spurs action on plastic pollution

April 22, 2022 2:00 PM

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Finance

Budget 2022 moves us forward together to build a StrongerBC

February 22, 2022 1:40 PM

Budget 2022 reflects the choices government is making that are needed to build a stronger B.C. and make life better for people, by investing in B.C.’s economic, environmental and social strengths.
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More than $530,000 raised in support of Ukraine

March 22, 2022 8:00 AM

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Forests

B.C. increases forest revenue sharing with First Nations in step toward new fiscal relationship

April 27, 2022 12:45 PM

Photo of trees with icon of hands and trees in white overtop
Text reads: Doubling First Nation forestry revenue rates

British Columbia is more than doubling the forestry revenues that will be shared with First Nations as part of the work to co-develop a new forestry revenue-sharing model.
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Forest employment program provides jobs, supports communities

May 13, 2022 11:35 AM

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Health

Ukrainians fleeing violence get immediate MSP coverage

April 25, 2022 1:30 PM

Displaced Ukrainians arriving in B.C. with visas issued under the federal Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET) will now have access to date-of-arrival Medical Services Plan (MSP) coverage.
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New primary care centre opens in Chilliwack

May 13, 2022 11:50 AM

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Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation

B.C. increases forest revenue sharing with First Nations in step toward new fiscal relationship

April 27, 2022 12:45 PM

British Columbia is more than doubling the forestry revenues that will be shared with First Nations as part of the work to co-develop a new forestry revenue-sharing model.
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B.C., First Nations leadership help communities recover

April 21, 2022 2:00 PM

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Intergovernmental Relations Secretariat

Nominate an exceptional citizen for Province’s highest honour

January 20, 2022 8:00 AM

Nominations are being accepted for the Order of British Columbia, the Province’s highest honour.
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Outstanding people recognized for service during the pandemic

March 22, 2022 2:30 PM

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Jobs, Economic Recovery and Innovation

B.C. forestry industry to benefit from trade office in Vietnam

April 20, 2022 10:05 AM

A new Forestry Innovation Investment (FII) office in Vietnam will help drive trade opportunities and sustainable jobs in B.C.’s forestry sector while offering greater protection from market volatility and other global challenges.
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People in Merritt will benefit from rural development supports

May 13, 2022 7:45 AM

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Labour

Single-step certification will protect right to join a union

April 6, 2022 1:51 PM

Changes that make collective bargaining more accessible will help protect workers who want more say about workplace safety, compensation and benefits.
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B.C. expands cancer coverage for firefighters

April 22, 2022 12:30 PM

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Land, Water and Resource Stewardship

Watershed restoration creates a healthier future for B.C.

April 21, 2022 11:15 AM

An ongoing effort to restore watersheds and wetlands in the province is creating a healthier future for British Columbians by mitigating the impacts of climate change on communities, strengthening ecosystems and securing quality drinking water.
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Ministers’ statement on Invasive Species Action Month

May 6, 2022 3:00 PM

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Mental Health and Addictions

New service helps clarify rights under Mental Health Act

April 28, 2022 10:18 AM

The Province has introduced legislation that will help people experiencing a mental-health crisis better understand their rights and the supports available to them.
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Expanding access to mental-health supports for health-care, social service workers

May 6, 2022 11:00 AM

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Municipal Affairs

Ukrainians fleeing violence get immediate MSP coverage

April 25, 2022 1:30 PM

Pandemic relief funds help libraries adapt to changing needs

May 17, 2022 12:30 PM

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Public Safety and Solicitor General

Province, mayors co-ordinate investigation into prolific offenders

May 5, 2022 12:50 PM

B.C. seeks public input on consumer experiences

May 16, 2022 10:00 AM

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Social Development and Poverty Reduction

Funding helps strengthen food security in Greater Victoria

May 12, 2022 1:00 PM

Residents with limited income living in Greater Victoria will soon have improved access to local and nutritious food.
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Helping more British Columbians visit the dentist

May 4, 2022 2:00 PM

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Tourism, Arts, Culture and Sport

Historic investment to build modern, new RBCM, safeguard collection

May 13, 2022 1:33 PM

A new state-of-the-art and seismically safe Royal BC Museum (RBCM) is coming to Victoria and will be more accessible for all British Columbians.
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