Forty-five affordable homes protected in Richmond
More Richmond residents can keep their affordable homes with support from the Province and the B.C. Rental Protection Fund.
“We’re working on every front to...
New meeting rules will strengthen Indigenous, local government relations
The Province is proposing legislative amendments in response to the desire of First Nations and local governments to make it easier to work together and...
Province boosts supports for newcomers arriving in B.C.
Newcomers, including international students and foreign workers, will soon receive enhanced supports to help them thrive in their new communities as they contribute to...
Province approves plan to rebuild Hazel Trembath Elementary
After a devastating fire two years ago, the plan to rebuild Hazel Trembath Elementary is moving forward with expedited construction timelines for a modern and...
Pandemic, remote work changed Canadians’ commuting habits in 2021: StatCan
Ottawa: Statistics Canada says there were 2.8 million fewer commuters in 2021 than in 2016.
In a new census release, the federal agency says COVID-19...
B.C. port workers ratify deal, ending long labour dispute
Vancouver: British Columbia's port workers have voted almost 75 per cent in favour of accepting a contract offer, ending weeks of turbulent job action...
Ribbon Cutting Celebrates Flamingo One – A New Community Landmark in...
Surrey, BC – Today, community members, leaders, and project partners gathered in Surrey City Centre to celebrate the official ribbon cutting of Flamingo One...
Kal Dosanjh receives Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal
Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal presented to KidsPlay Founder and CEO, Kal Dosanjh. Kal serves as CEO in volunteer capacity, without any compensations....
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...
Making homes available for people with speculation and vacancy tax
The speculation and vacancy tax (SVT) continues to help make more long-term housing available, according to the Province’s annual report for mayors in communities where...