B.C. Premier John Horgan and Washington state Gov. Jay Inslee resolved to strengthen the partnership between British Columbia and Washington state, and act jointly to fight climate change, grow the tech sector and create good jobs across the region. Today, Gov. …
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Arrow Timber Supply Area AAC gets slight reduction
The new allowable annual cut (AAC) for the Arrow Timber Supply Area (TSA) in the southeastern part of British Columbia is being slightly reduced to 500,000 cubic metres, chief forester Diane Nicholls announced today. “After consulting with First Nations and looking …
China’s focus on green building opens opportunities for B.C. wood products
British Columbia’s largest-ever forestry trade mission to Asia has focused on strengthening ties with the powerhouse economy in China and further diversification of markets for the province’s high-value wood products. The China leg of the trip concluded with four stops …
Don’t miss out on next round of multiculturalism grants
Applications are now being accepted for the next round of funding through the Multiculturalism Grant Program. The intake process began Nov. 14, 2017, and will close on Jan. 8, 2018. Awards under this program are intended to assist with the …
Statement from Premier John Horgan in honour of Remembrance Day
Premier John Horgan released the following statement in honour of Remembrance Day tomorrow. “On Remembrance Day, people around British Columbia honour veterans, armed forces members, merchant marines and families who have sacrificed in service of our country. “For many of …
British Columbia celebrates International Education Week
Melanie Mark, Minister of Advanced Education, Skills and Training and Rob Fleming, Minister of Education have issued the following statement in recognition of International Education Week, Nov. 13-17: “Through international education, students, educators and ideas flow between countries, giving us …
B.C.’s stable economy pays dividends
Statistics Canada confirms British Columbia’s economy grew by 3.5% in 2016, exceeding last February’s forecast of 2.7% provided by the Economic Forecast Council (EFC). The province’s higher-than-expected economic growth in 2016 triggers the Economic Stability Dividend (ESD), negotiated as part …
MSP Task Force to advise on eliminating premiums
The Province has established a task force of experts to advise the government on eliminating Medical Services Plan (MSP) premiums within four years, Finance Minister Carole James announced today. “People know that MSP premiums are unfair and place significant burden on …
British Columbia to fight softwood lumber duties
Premier John Horgan re-affirmed his commitment today to stand-up for British Columbia workers, families and communities in light of the latest development in the softwood lumber dispute. The United States Department of Commerce has announced its final determination of duties …
Getting to work on B.C.’s first Poverty Reduction Strategy
Minister of Social Development and Poverty Reduction Shane Simpson announced the members of his Advisory Forum on Poverty Reduction as he invited British Columbians to share their ideas to help shape the Province’s first Poverty Reduction Strategy. The 27 …