The Province has made regulatory changes to strengthen measures that deter catalytic converter thefts across British Columbia. An amendment made to the Metal Dealers and Recyclers Regulation (MDRR) regulates catalytic converters that are not attached to an exhaust system. This …
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Minister’s Statement on COVID-19 Supports for B.C. Businesses
Ravi Kahlon, Minister of Jobs, Economic Recovery and Innovation, has released a statement on the supports for people, B.C. businesses, and communities that have been provided throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Included in this statement is a breakdown of the amount businesses …
125 New Affordable Homes in Burnaby
With the opening of the Paul McDonell Residence in Burnaby, those needing affordable rental homes have access to 125 new units. Located at 6551 Sussex Ave., the building is named in honour of long-time Burnaby city councillor and volunteer Paul …
More Funding will Improve Ventilation, Upgrade Schools for Students
More funding to improve schools through better ventilation, reduced emissions and increased accessibility is going to school districts around the province. These annual capital programs are creating safer, healthier schools and supporting CleanBC initiatives. Investments in school maintenance are part of …
COVID-19 treatment outpatient virtual service launches for those at higher risk
A new online assessment tool and virtual service has launched for people to see if they could receive and benefit from COVID-19 anti-viral treatments. Two therapeutic treatments for COVID-19 are approved for people with confirmed cases of COVID-19 who are …
Rapid Testing Available at Pharmacies
Starting Tuesday, March 15, 2022, rapid antigen test kits will be available through community pharmacies to people aged 40 and older. The age requirement for this rapid testing continues to lower to provide access to more people. More information is …
Second CT scanner operational at Burnaby Hospital
People in Burnaby are benefitting from increased access to computed tomography (CT) scans as a second scanner at Burnaby Hospital opens to patients. The estimated cost of the project is $4.7 million. Through the Province, Fraser Health is contributing $3.2 …
Changes to Environmental Assessment Certificate for Trans Mountain
As a result of a Federal Court of Appeal decision, changes have been made to the Environmental Assessment Certificate for the Trans Mountain Expansion Project. This includes more frequent and broader consultation with those locally affected. Get the details here: …
Pay Transparency Measures
In British Columbia, women earn on average 20% less than men and we are one of the only provinces without pay equity or pay transparency legislation. We are taking steps to fix that. Find out more: https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2022FIN0009-000304
New Funding will Support Survivors of Sexual Violence
This year’s budget reverses cuts made in 2002 in order to better support victims of sexual assault. Starting in 2023, the Province will provide annual funding of more than $10 million to service providers who offer victim-centered, trauma-informed, coordinated, cross-sector …