September 8, 2025 – Adults living with mental-health challenges will continue to have access to low- or no-cost counselling services to help them get well. “When someone takes the courageous step of reaching out for mental-health support, services must be …
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Medals of Good Citizenship mark a decade of honouring selfless service
August 4, 2025 – Eighteen individuals are being recognized for their exceptional contributions as the Medal of Good Citizenship marks 10 years of celebrating community service in British Columbia. “Today marks a decade of celebrating exceptional people who do remarkable …
Province supports emergency operations centres to keep communities safe
June 6, 2025 – As British Columbia responds to increasingly frequent climate emergencies, the Province is funding local projects to better equip local governments and First Nations to respond to emergencies and support people who are evacuated. “Local emergency operations …
B.C. officers honoured for valour, commitment to public safety
April 24, 2025 – The 40th annual Police Honours Night recognized 241 deserving women and men of law enforcement in British Columbia for their bravery and dedication. “Police officers throughout the province, from our largest cities to remote villages and …
2025 minimum wage increases confirmed
February 14th, 2025 – B.C.’s lowest-paid workers will see a 2.6% wage increase on June 1, 2025, keeping pace with inflation. The general minimum wage increases from $17.40 to $17.85 per hour. This follows the changes made in spring 2024 …
New prefabricated classrooms open in B.C., more on the way
February 4, 2025 – Prefabricated classrooms have opened in four schools over the past month, with more underway, adding more than 1,000 new student spaces in growing communities throughout B.C. “We are committed to providing students with the best possible …
Financial assistance expanded for people affected by flooding
December 13, 2024 -Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) eligibility has been expanded for more people, businesses and communities affected by flooding due to the atmospheric river event from Oct. 18-20, 2024. People, businesses and communities in the following areas are now …
New cabinet ready to deliver on the priorities of British Columbians
November 18, 2024 – Premier David Eby has appointed a new cabinet that is ready to listen to British Columbians and deliver on the core challenges people are facing – a team that combines years of experience and fresh perspectives …
The King Charles III Coronation Medal recipients
September 18th, 2024 – The following individuals have been awarded The King Charles III Coronation Medal as part of the Government of British Columbia’s partner allotment. Premier David Eby, the executive council, the Speaker of the legislative assembly, and members …
B.C. invests in high-speed rail study to link major Pacific Northwest cities
September 13, 2022 – The Province is supporting the feasibility of a high-speed rail service connecting Vancouver, Seattle and Portland with a $300,000 investment in the next phase of the Ultra High Speed Ground Transportation Project. “Improving transportation connectivity throughout …