Friday, June 19, 2020 The Government of British Columbia is extending the temporary rental supplement (TRS) until the end of August 2020 to continue to support renters and landlords. It will also maintain the moratorium on rent increases and evictions …
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British Columbians invited to have their say on recovery
British Columbians invited to have their say on recovery Victoria Wednesday, June 17, 2020 British Columbians are invited to share their feedback as the Province continues to build a strong economic recovery that works for people. “The pandemic has been challenging, …
Temporary Emergency Child Care
Request Temporary Emergency Child Care Last Updated: June 8, 2020 This service is for families who are in need of child care for children aged infant to 12 years. Please note: Preference for care will be given to essential service workers, according to tier. This form …
I wear a mask in solidarity with Burnaby’s Asian community
Burnaby Now June 1, 2020 Editor: First of all, let me be very clear that I believe Dr. Bonnie Henry and Health Minister Adrian Dix when they say that the best way to protect ourselves from getting COVID-19 is to …
Vulnerable youth get extra support for post-secondary studies
Vulnerable youth get extra support for post-secondary studies News Release Victoria Friday, June 5, 2020 Youth who have aged out of government care and are ready to pursue post-secondary education this fall will have an additional $250,000 from the Youth …
BC Budget 2021 Consultation
The Select Standing Committee on Finance and Government Services will be holding its annual public consultation on the next provincial budget in June this year.
K-12 students to have optional in-class instruction on June 1
Friday, May 15, 2020 Parents will have the choice of bringing their children back to class on a part-time basis this school year as part of BC’s Restart Plan, with the goal of returning to full-time classes in September 2020, …
Hate and racism have no place in Burnaby
During COVID-19 we have been hearing so many positive stories about neighbours helping neighbours, communities coming together to keep local businesses afloat, and people, organizations and companies sharing innovations. At the same time, unfortunately, members of B.C.’s Chinese and Asian …
Special Committee to Review the Personal Information Protection Act Public Consultation
Those interested in presenting to the Special Committee can reserve a presentation time online. The deadline for registering is Friday, May 29, 2020 at 5:00 p.m. The Special Committee is also accepting written, audio or video submission through the Committee’s …
Select Standing Committee on Finance and Government Services – Budget 2021 Consultations
British Columbians can share their priorities and recommendations for the next provincial budget by presenting to the Committee at a public hearing, making a written, audio or video submission or completing an online survey. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, all …