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A significant social housing project planned through a partnership between the Aboriginal Land Trust and the Government of British Columbia has the potential to change hundreds of lives. The proposed project would provide approximately 50 new affordable rental homes for …
B.C.’s efforts front and centre at anti-money laundering meeting
British Columbia’s world-leading legislation to end hidden ownership will be featured as part of a special meeting in Vancouver focusing on anti-money laundering strategies across Canada. “People in B.C. have paid the price for money laundering. It’s distorted our economy, …
Students to get more co-op opportunities, life skills through work experience
Post-secondary students will have more opportunities to gain real-life, relevant work experience that will give them a career leg up, benefiting employers. An investment of $9 million in co-op and work-integrated learning was announced on Monday, June 10, 2019, by …
Increasing access to education for former youth in care
Former youth in care attending a post-secondary institution on a tuition waiver can now access additional funding for living expenses so they can better focus on their academic careers. Buying books, groceries and paying bills for expenses, such as rent …
Spring session focused on affordability, strengthening economy
Making life better and more affordable for British Columbians, while building a strong economy, was at the core of government work inside and outside the Parliament Buildings this spring. “Our government is continuing to make choices that put people first, …
Minimum wage increases June 1
B.C.’s general hourly minimum wage will increase to $13.85 from $12.65, and the minimum wage rates for liquor servers, resident caretakers and live-in camp leaders will all also increase, effective June 1, 2019. Regular increases to minimum wages are one way …
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 …