BC Gov News

It’s Women’s History Month — a time to look back and celebrate the struggles and successes of the women who have come before us, and to remember the first women to stand up and make a change.

The completion of the What We Heard report on the Chinese Canadian Museum has me reflecting on my own family’s history in this country.

Everyone has a right to live without fear of violence or discrimination, yet too many people face racism and hate as part of their daily lives.

Between bannock-making lessons in Burns Lake, skating in Port Alice and human dogsled races in Kaslo, there’s no shortage of fun activities to choose from over the upcoming BC Family Day long weekend.

In any given week, how do arts and culture influence your life?

Gaming revenues in B.C. generate hundreds of millions of dollars that help support healthcare, education and key services for all British Columbians.

Every year, gaming revenues generate hundreds of millions of dollars that the Government of British Columbia invests in providing key services, including health care and education, for all citizens and communities throughout the province.

As we look ahead to the 2014 General Local Elections on Saturday, Nov. 15, 2014, we can reflect on how fortunate we are, as British Columbians, to live in a strong democracy where all citizens can participate in elections freely and fairly.

Arts and culture thrive in British Columbia. Cultural activities contribute to our economy and help our communities shine as great places to live, work, play and visit.

Moving to four-year terms for local elections will enhance democracy in British Columbia - not diminish it, as your Feb. 26 editorial suggests.