The Province is further increasing resources to address racism and expand multiculturalism throughout B.C. as part of the economic recovery from COVID-19. “One of the most devastating side effects of COVID-19 has been the increase of racism and hate crimes …
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Throne speech highlights actions to protect health, livelihoods
Today’s speech from the throne focused on the immediate actions government is taking to protect British Columbians’ health and livelihoods from the threat of COVID-19. The speech arrived at a time when new treatments and vaccines herald better days ahead, …
New public health order to help slow B.C.’s overdose crisis
To help stop overdoses and save lives, Dr. Bonnie Henry, provincial health officer, has issued a public health order to increase the number of health professionals authorized to help people at risk for overdose access safer alternatives to the toxic …
B.C. launches lung cancer screening program – the first in Canada
British Columbians at high risk of lung cancer will soon be able to receive early detection screening, thanks to the provincial government’s investment in a new lung cancer screening program offered by BC Cancer – the first of its kind …
Province invests in hydrogen to help transition to cleaner energy
The Government of British Columbia has allocated $10 million to the construction and operation of 10 hydrogen fuelling stations in the province, as well as three years of support for Hydrogen BC. Hyrodgen BC is a new entity of the …
Investment brings new support to those most vulnerable to COVID-19 and communities where they live
The Province is investing $1.6 billion in a fall and winter preparedness plan that will significantly build upon and strengthen measures that respond to the health-care requirements of COVID-19. The plan will provide new support to seniors in long-term care …
New centres improving access to justice for Indigenous peoples
A partnership between the Province and the BC First Nations Justice Council (BCFNJC) is creating Indigenous justice centres throughout B.C., improving access to supports and helping individuals more easily navigate the justice system. “For too long, Indigenous peoples have been …
Disability Employment Month celebrates B.C.’s inclusive workforce
September is Disability Employment Month, highlighting the significant role people with disabilities play in British Columbia’s workforce, while also promoting resources and tools employers can use to reduce barriers to inclusion and build better, more accessible workplaces. “Government has long …
Province supports jobs and innovation in clean tech sector
British Columbia is leading the way in clean technology with companies developing clean energy projects funded through the Innovative Clean Energy (ICE) Fund. “Through CleanBC, we are supporting made-in-B.C. innovations that will help grow our world-leading clean tech sector and create …