More people are finding homes as the Province and municipalities boost housing delivery through targets, with new communities joining the program.Housing targets have delivered 16,130 net new homes, built across the first 30 priority municipalities. In 2023, the Province implemented the Housing Supply Act, which enabled …
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Spring legislative session focuses on standing strong for B.C., growing economy
In the face of global instability, the first session of the 43rd parliament focused on growing a stronger, more self-sufficient economy that supports good-paying jobs and protecting the services British Columbians rely on. “In this time of rapid change and …
Affordable homes open for seniors in Burnaby
Seniors in Burnaby are moving into 155 new affordable rental homes with the opening of Dania Gardens, a new six-storey housing building offering a vibrant community for seniors to thrive.“B.C. is an extraordinary place, but rising global costs mean many seniors …
Construction begins on student housing at SFU, more child care on the way
Students, staff and the surrounding community are one step closer to more on-campus supports at Simon Fraser University (SFU) – Burnaby as construction starts on a new student residence and will begin later this year on a new child care facility. “A …
Province takes energy action to electrify economy, increase resilience
The Province, in partnership with BC Hydro, is launching an ambitious plan to harness British Columbia’s clean-electricity advantage, driving economic growth and transformative change, strengthening energy security and advancing climate action. “With this work, we are securing our energy and …
B.C. declares provincial day of remembrance and mourning for victims of tragedy at the Lapu Lapu Day Festival
The Province of British Columbia has declared Friday, May 2, 2025, an official day of remembrance and mourning for the victims of the tragedy at the Lapu Lapu Day Festival in Vancouver on April 26, 2025.Eleven people were killed and …
B.C. streamlines permitting for renewable-energy projects
The Province is taking action to speed up permitting for renewable-energy projects to meet growing demand for clean power, address climate change and secure energy independence for British Columbians in the face of unprecedented trade threats.Government introduced the renewable energy …
Province moving forward on short-term rental rules
The Province is providing an update on short-term rental registration (STR) numbers and deadlines ahead of the one-year anniversary of new restrictions to crack down on illegal listings and open up more long-term homes for people.By May 1, 2025, all …
Construction begins on centre for children with health complexity
Children and youth with complex care needs throughout B.C are closer to having access to a dedicated BC Children’s Hospital facility, as construction is now underway. “We recognize that children with complex care needs and their families require support that …
Premier directs government to cancel American contracts wherever viable
The B.C. government has updated its direction to ministries, health authorities and core Crown corporations to critically review all contracts with United States companies to decrease the Province’s dependence on goods and services from U.S. suppliers. “As people are choosing to …