CANADA, May 21 - New community programs focused on seniors’ health, culture and education are part of a new initiative announced by Premier John Horgan to provide lasting recognition of historical wrongs committed by the Province of B.C. against Japanese …
CANADA, May 20 - Print British Columbia News https://news.gov.bc.ca/26846 Information Bulletin Victoria Friday, May 20, 2022 10:00 AM Annual nominations for the honorary designation of Queen’s Counsel (QC) will be accepted until July 15, 2022. The QC …
CANADA, May 19 - To promote transparency and fairness for renters and landlords, B.C.’s Residential Tenancy Branch (RTB) will record audio of all dispute-resolution hearings. “This change will help bring more fairness, transparency and justice for everyone …
CANADA, May 18 - An independent review of supportive housing sites in Penticton found that residents are benefiting from having a stable home with access to supports. The review was commissioned by BC Housing at the request of Penticton City Council in …
CANADA, May 16 - New affordable homes will soon be available for people with moderate and low incomes, seniors and families in Vancouver, with construction underway on 82 rental homes in Mount Pleasant. “This new development will add much-needed affordable …
CANADA, May 11 - The Province, through BC Housing, is partnering with the Oncore Seniors Society to finance a rental complex in Kamloops, preserving 53 units of affordable rental housing for seniors. “By helping facilitate the purchase of this apartment …
CANADA, May 5 - The Province, in co-operation with British Columbia’s Urban Mayors’ Caucus (BCUMC), has hired two experts to investigate and report on prolific offenders and random violent attacks, and the necessary actions. In April, B.C.’s urban mayors …
CANADA, May 3 - From the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC): https://www.cmhc-schl.gc.ca/en/media-newsroom/news-releases/2022/canada-supports-affordable-housing-telkwa Every Canadian deserves a safe and affordable place to call home. …
CANADA, May 2 - As a step to dismantle systemic racism and discrimination faced by Indigenous, Black and people of colour, the Province is introducing the anti-racism data act. Data collected under the act will help identify gaps in programs and services …
CANADA, May 2 - Print British Columbia News https://news.gov.bc.ca/26739 Information Bulletin Victoria Monday, May 2, 2022 10:15 AM The Government of British Columbia is appointing a new Supreme Court of B.C. master to support the judiciary in providing …
CANADA, May 1 - Rachna Singh, Parliamentary Secretary for Anti-Racism Initiatives, has issued the following statement in honour of Asian Heritage Month: “This year’s Asian Heritage Month is an opportunity to honour and celebrate Asian heritage and the …
CANADA, May 1 - Selina Robinson, Minister of Finance, and Rachna Singh, Parliamentary Secretary for Anti-Racism Initiatives, have released the following statement to mark Jewish Heritage Month: “May is Jewish Heritage Month and an opportunity to celebrate …
CANADA, April 29 - Construction is underway on 10 new affordable rental homes in Kaslo for families with low and moderate incomes, seniors, individuals and people living with disabilities. “These homes will help address the critical need for affordable …
CANADA, April 28 - The Province has introduced legislation that will help people experiencing a mental-health crisis better understand their rights and the supports available to them. The legislation will allow amendments to the Mental Health Act so that …
CANADA, April 28 - Families, seniors and youth are moving into 94 new affordable rental homes built for people with moderate to low incomes in Maple Ridge. “It has been difficult for many people in Maple Ridge to find safe, affordable housing,” said Bob D’ …
CANADA, April 25 - Print British Columbia News https://news.gov.bc.ca/26654 Information Bulletin Victoria Monday, April 25, 2022 1:52 PM To improve consistency and best practices across registered professions, David Eby, Attorney General, has announced …
CANADA, April 22 - People experiencing or at risk of homelessness in North Cowichan will soon move into 52 new safe and secure homes as the community’s first supportive housing building opens. “I’m pleased to see these new homes open as I know they will …
CANADA, April 22 - From the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation: https://www.cmhc-schl.gc.ca/en/media-newsroom/news-releases/2022/canada-supports-multi-use-housing-surrey Affordable housing is key to Canada’s pandemic recovery for communities across …
CANADA, April 21 - To better protect the rights of Indigenous Peoples and as a step toward implementation of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (Declaration Act), the Province, in collaboration with Indigenous Peoples, has developed a …
CANADA, April 20 - Following a merit-based recruitment process, Paul Singh has been appointed for a three-year term as chair of the Mental Health Review Board, the independent tribunal established under the Mental Health Act. The review board conducts …
