April 16, 2020 Ministry of Jobs, Economic Development and Competitiveness NEWS RELEASE COVID-19 support service launched for B.C. businesses VICTORIA – A new B.C. Business COVID-19 Support Service will serve as a single point of contact for businesses throughout the …
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BC Temporary Rental Supplement (BC-TRS) Program FAQs
Here is information about the BC Temporary Rental Supplement (BC-TRS) Program: 1. What is the BC-Temporary Rental Supplement (BC-TRS) Program? To support people and prevent the spread of COVID-19, the Province is introducing a new temporary rental supplement, halting evictions …
COVID-19 Quicksheet: Public Health & Government Announcements
Below you will find a summary of current public health orders and official government announcements, boiled down into one list to help you navigate the sea of new information out there. New and updated information is highlighted. (Current as of: …
COVID-19 Quick Sheet: Government Financial Support
Below you will find a summary of financial supports that are available to support people and businesses during the COVID-19 crisis. New and updated information is highlighted. (Current as of: March 30, 2020) HOUSING Support Description How to Access ⚡ …
March 19, 2020 Covid-19 Update
Here is latest update from Dr. Henry and Minister Dix. Please note that as of today transit users can ride buses for free and must use the rear door to enter and exit. INFORMATION BULLETIN B.C. COVID-19 response update VICTORIA …
COVID-19 Joint Information Centre Information Bulletin
For Immediate Release 2020HLTH0092-000521 March 18, 2020 Ministry of Health COVID-19 Joint Information Centre INFORMATION BULLETIN B.C. COVID-19 response update VICTORIA – The COVID-19 situation in British Columbia is continually evolving. The information below is current as of 3 p.m. …
A Reminder to be Kind During This Stressful Time
I am heartened by the number of posts on social media that remind us to be kind to each other during this stressful time. I want to add some words of support to the frontline workers. Be you cashiers, immigration …
My Community Office is observing Covid-19 social distancing protocols
Dear Friends; My Community Office is observing Covid-19 social distancing protocols. While our office will be limiting in-person meetings as part of managing the COVID-19 virus, we will continue to provide services for constituents via phone and email contact. We want …
Groundswell Alternative Business School
Climate change. Artificial intelligence. Globalization. The gig economy. These are trends that are transforming work as we know it. More and more people are employed as temporary independent contractors without prospect of benefits, job security or pensions. What are we …
Community Social Services Awareness Month
March is Community Social Services Awareness Month. It’s an opportunity to acknowledge the important and tireless work of community social services workers throughout the province. It’s an opportunity to build greater recognition and understanding of the critical roles these services …