B.C., First Nations advance long-term water planning for Nicola watershed
The Province and the Coldwater, Lower Nicola, Nooaitch, Shackan and Upper Nicola Indian Bands (the Nicola 5 First Nations) are taking the next step...
Minister’s statement on lives lost to poisoned drugs in July
Jennifer Whiteside, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions, has released the following statement about the BC Coroners Service report on illicit drug toxicity deaths...
New Prince Rupert emergency department opens for patients
A bigger and better emergency department at Prince Rupert Regional Hospital is open so more patients can receive greater access to emergency care.
“This state-of-the-art...
New affordable homes open for people in Courtenay
Indigenous Elders, individuals and people with disabilities with low or moderate incomes now have access to 40 affordable homes in Courtenay.
“The opening of these homes means...
Families no longer charged fees for child care waitlists
Effective Monday, April 1, 2024, families looking for licensed child care can no longer be charged a fee to put their names on waitlists, removing...
Canada commits $800 million to support Indigenous led conservation projects
Montreal: Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says the federal government will spend up to $800 million to support four major Indigenous-led conservation projects across the...
Graduated licensing changes improve accessibility, safety
The Province has introduced legislation to improve graduated licensing programs to create a simpler, more accessible process for new drivers, while improving safety standards...
People encouraged to prepare for winter weather
As B.C. moves into colder seasonal weather, people are encouraged to prepare for low temperatures, snowfall and storms this winter.
People can plan ahead by making...
Deputy provincial health officer’s statement on back-to-school vaccinations
Dr. Martin Lavoie, British Columbia’s deputy provincial health officer, has issued the following statement to make sure children in B.C. are up to date...
Do your taxes, get benefits
Every year, thousands of people in B.C. leave money on the table by not claiming the benefits for which they are eligible.
It’s estimated that...