Legislation helps expand parks, recognize Indigenous history

Legislation has been introduced to expand three existing provincial parks and rename two parks to recognize Indigenous connections. Through proposed amendments to the Protected Areas of British Columbia Act, Enderby Cliffs Park near Salmon Arm will be renamed Tplaqín/Enderby Cliffs …

Tariff Response

Our Premier David Eby is in Washington DC to meet with the Trump White House. It is very disappointing that Donald Trump decided to announce 25% tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum during a negotiated 30 day pause. The provincial …

New Short Term Rental Registry

We’re launching a registry that will require anyone who wants to operate a short term rental in BC to register with the Province. Hosts must display their provincial registration number on all online listings by May 1, 2025. Listings without …

New, accessible school playgrounds open for students

Extra provincial playground funding for the seventh year means more fun for students and families in modern and safe playgrounds. In 2024, the Province is providing funding for 26 more playgrounds in 26 school districts, each receiving $195,000. This investment …

Fair pay, basic protections coming for gig workers

The Province has finalized regulations to provide fairness, minimum-wage measures and basic protections for app-based ride-hailing and delivery workers in British Columbia. The regulations, a first in Canada, will come into effect on Sept. 3, 2024. They will apply to …