November 26, 2021 Prince Rupert — Low-to moderate-income renters across North Coast now have access to rent bank services through an extended partnership between BC Rent Bank and the Kamloops and District Elizabeth Fry Society. Rent banks provide interest-free loans …
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Parliamentary secretary’s statement on Multiculturalism Week
November 21, 2021 Victoria — Rachna Singh, Parliamentary Secretary for Anti-racism Initiatives, has released the following statement in celebration of Multiculturalism Week: “BC Multiculturalism Week is a time to celebrate the diversity that makes British Columbia so vibrant. With …
Minister’s statement on National Addictions Awareness Week
November 23, 2021 Victoria — Sheila Malcolmson, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions, has released the following statement for National Addictions Awareness Week: “My heart goes out to everyone affected by the extreme weather and flooding in B.C. I’m thankful …
B.C. becomes first province to provide 100% rent bank coverage
November 23, 2021 Victoria — Low- to moderate-income renters in every part of British Columbia now have access to rent bank services through an extended partnership between BC Rent Bank and the Kamloops and District Elizabeth Fry Society. “I’d …
Regulation of high-cost credit products to protect consumers
November 23, 2021 Victoria — Financially vulnerable British Columbians who use high-cost financial services to make ends meet will soon have enhanced protections and access to more education resources. “The pandemic has heightened financial pressures for many British Columbians, …
B.C. continues progress on economic recovery in second quarter
November 22, 2021 Victoria — Targeted supports for people and businesses, increased vaccinations and the resilience of people and communities continue to drive a strong economic rebound in B.C. with second quarterly results showing a further reduction in the …
Sections of Highway 1 open in Abbotsford for agricultural relief
November 22, 2021 Abbotsford — Flood waters in the Abbotsford area continue to recede allowing the eastbound lanes on Highway 1 between Highway 11 east to Cole Road to be open for emergency access to agricultural operations in the …
MLA Rice Statement on Transgender Day of Remembrance
November 20, 2021 Prince Rupert — MLA Rice has issued the below statement for Transgender Day of Remembrance: “Today on Transgender Day of Remembrance we remember all Transgender, Two-Spirit, Gender-non-Conforming, and Non-Binary people lost to violence. This day highlights the …
Joint statement on Health Canada approval of COVID-19 paediatric vaccine
For Immediate Release 2021HLTH0204-002205 Nov. 19, 2021 Ministry of Health Office of the Provincial Health Officer JOINT STATEMENT Joint statement on Health Canada approval of COVID-19 paediatric vaccine VICTORIA – Dr. Bonnie Henry, B.C.’s provincial health officer, and Adrian Dix, …
In SW BC, Province prioritizes fuel for essential vehicles, introduces travel restrictions
November 19, 2021 Victoria — To help keep people safe and re-establish the movement of critical goods and services following severe flooding and landslides, the Province is taking temporary measures to ensure fuel (gas and diesel) is prioritized for essential …