Stronger protections coming for people affected by intimate-image abuse
People who had their intimate images shared without their consent will have access to higher compensation and better privacy protections while navigating the justice...
Expanded BC Timber Sales mandate builds stronger forestry sector
The Province is expanding and strengthening the role of BC Timber Sales (BCTS), to ensure B.C.’s forests continue to support good forestry jobs and...
Innovative program helps B.C. patients with overdose related brain injuries
Richmond: British Columbia is eyeing the expansion of a first-of-its-kind program in Canada that aims to help patients living with mild to moderate overdose-related...
Legislation helps expand parks, recognize Indigenous history
Legislation has been introduced to expand three existing provincial parks and rename two parks to recognize Indigenous connections.
Through proposed amendments to the Protected Areas...
B.C., First Nations Justice Council open 6 more Indigenous justice centres
The Province, in partnership with the BC First Nations Justice Council (BCFNJC), is opening six Indigenous justice centres, fulfilling a commitment to establish 15...
Opioid-free pain-management options support construction industry workers
People working in the construction industry benefit from ongoing access to opioid-free pain-management options as the Province supports two pain clinics in Burnaby and...
Job-protected medical leave lets workers return to work after serious illness
Workers with a serious illness or injury will have improved job protection under a proposed amendment to the Employment Standards Act.
Following the changes, working...
Plant a tree for $20: Surrey’s popular sale returns in August
Surrey, B.C. – The City of Surrey’s popular online tree sales are back this summer, with the next sale set for Aug. 13 and quality...
Attorney general’s statement on Jewish Heritage Month
Niki Sharma, Attorney General, has released the following statement marking Jewish Heritage Month:
“As Jewish communities around the world conclude Passover celebrations, we in British...
City of Surrey celebrates National Seniors Day with three days of...
Surrey, B.C. – The City of Surrey proudly wrapped up three days of community events in honour of National Seniors Day, offering opportunities for older...