Premier’s statement on Yalda
Premier David Eby has issued the following statement on Yalda:
“On the longest and darkest night of the year, people from Afghan, Azeri, Iranian, Kurdish,...
Better patient care, more nurses coming to B.C.
Patients will experience improved care and nurses will experience a stronger health-care system as the Province and BC Nurses’ Union (BCNU) have now established nurse-to-patient...
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...
City of Surrey awarded two BC Recreation and Parks Association Awards
Surrey, B.C. – The City of Surrey has been recognized by the BC Recreation and Parks Association with two prestigious provincial awards, celebrating innovation, leadership,...
New committee begins work to dismantle systemic racism
A new provincial committee has begun work to remove systemic barriers that make access to government programs and services challenging for racialized people in...
New mental-health, addictions care expands for young people in Vancouver
Young people experiencing homelessness in Vancouver and struggling with mental-health and addictions challenges will get better access to care and supports to help them...
Mental-health screening tool launched in Nelson
The Province and the Nelson Police Department have launched HealthIM, a digital public-safety tool designed to improve officer response to people in crisis.
“When people...
New child care centre will support families in Kamloops
Families and children will soon benefit from a new child care centre with 36 licensed child care spaces in downtown Kamloops.
“Creating new child care...
Urging backcountry adventurers to stay avalanche aware
People planning to explore the backcountry this winter are encouraged to be mindful of hazards, have a plan and stay informed about avalanche safety.
“Venturing...
New permitting strategy will help build homes faster
The Province is taking another step to tackle the housing crisis by creating a one-stop-shop approach to provincial permitting to help speed up approvals and...