To help spark B.C. innovation, economic growth and new jobs, the provincial government is investing in tech-based research and advanced training opportunities in all parts of the province, Premier John Horgan announced today at the #BCTECH Summit. We’re helping inspire …
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National Day of Mourning
Premier John Horgan has issued the following statement in recognition of the National Day of Mourning, for workers killed and injured in the workplace: “On this National Day of Mourning, Canadians will observe a moment of silence, to honour people …
Province Welcomes New Lt. Governor
Premier John Horgan offered his congratulations today to Janet Austin, OBC, on being sworn in as British Columbia’s 30th lieutenant governor. “It’s a privilege to welcome Janet Austin as the new Lieutenant Governor to British Columbia,” said Premier Horgan. “She …
Province proposes changes to improve Indigenous child welfare
Indigenous communities will have greater involvement in child-welfare decisions to help keep their children out of care, safe in their home communities, and connected to their cultures under proposed legislation changes that were announced by the Ministry of Children and …
Province Supports Bid for 2020 N. American Indigenous Games
Learn More: http://naigcouncil.com/ The provincial government welcomed members of the North American Indigenous Games (NAIG) Council to Victoria with an announcement of $3.5 million in support for the 2020 Games bid by the Songhees First Nation. “I’m happy to support …
Current Public Engagements
B.C. government has put a concerted emphasis on involving British Columbians in the programs, policies and services that directly affect their lives. As a result the Citizen Engagement Team was formalized within Government Communications and Public Engagement to help ministries create engagement …
Statement on the passing of Chief Andy Thomas
Our community lost a great leader when Esquimalt Nation Chief Andrew Thomas, whose traditional name was Seenupin, died unexpectedly over this past weekend. For 47 years, he was Hereditary Chief through his great-great-great-grandfather, Sisunuq. He was known as Chief Andy, …
April Constituency Report
April is #BCWine Month!
The B.C. Government is celebrating April as #BCWine Month to thank the individuals who have contributed to making the BC wine industry a success. The British Columbians who work in B.C.’s wine industry are our neighbours and our friends. The …
Update on Speculation Tax
Further details have been released in regards to the Speculation Tax. For full press release go to here. Rates: A rate design that will see British Columbians who are subject to the tax, paying lower rates than owners from outside …