The Legal Services Society (LSS) has introduced a provincewide legal aid service that will be available to people who would not normally qualify for legal aid. By reducing eligibility rules, legal aid lawyers will be able to help more people …
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Two years in, CASA is getting results on climate action, housing and more
On the eve of the second anniversary of the signing of the Confidence and Supply Agreement (CASA), British Columbians are seeing the benefits of a government that puts people first. “I’m proud to lead a government that’s getting results for …
B.C. to study billing transparency, fairness in cellphone contracts
Frustrated by the lack of transparency in cellphone bills — from clarity about fees to the absence of plain language that makes contracts confusing — consumers want to see changes, and government is looking for information to help. The Province has …
B.C. deterring money laundering in post-secondary system
As the next step in cracking down on money laundering in British Columbia, government is working with public and private post-secondary institutions to ensure they are not targets for money laundering after being identified as one of several vulnerable sectors. “We …
Major investment to increase capacity and reduce overcrowding across Metro Vancouver’s Transit System
Investing in public transit infrastructure supports efficient, affordable and sustainable transportation options that help Canadians and their families get to work, school and essential services on time and back home safely at the end of the day. Today, the Honourable …
More than 20,000 new homes underway for people throughout B.C.
Partnerships with organizations like the Union Gospel Mission, which is breaking ground on new housing for women and children, are behind the success of the more than 20,000 new homes complete or underway in nearly 80 communities throughout the province. …
Supporting the unsung heroes of health care
Health care aides, hospital cooks, cleaners and the thousands of people who work behind the scenes to support patient care in B.C.’s health care facilities are being better supported and protected by recent regulatory changes. Harry Bains, Minister of Labour, met …
New funding provides students opportunities to train for STEM careers
Students with a passion for robotics will now have more opportunities to develop their science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) skills and explore career opportunities, thanks to a one-time $250,000 provincial government grant provided to First Robotics BC. “This funding …
More students supported by SOGI-inclusive education
All 60 B.C. school districts and several independent schools have joined the B.C. SOGI Educator Network to further help educators make schools safe and inclusive for students of all sexual orientations and gender identities (SOGI). Education and community partners gathered …
Government to hold public inquiry into money laundering
The Province will hold a public inquiry into money laundering that has distorted British Columbia’s economy, fuelled the overdose crisis and driven up housing prices. The decision to proceed with a commission of inquiry follows three independent reviews that found …