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Moderation policy and collection notice: http://news.gov.bc.ca/23589
Moderation policy and collection notice: http://news.gov.bc.ca/23589
On this day in 1989, 14 women were murdered at L'École Polytechnique—because they were women. We honour their memory by taking action: supporting survivors, strengthening laws, and investing in prevention programs in schools and communities. Learn more: gov.bc.ca/End-Gender-Based-Violence
December 6, 2025 at 4:53 PM
On this day in 1989, 14 women were murdered at L'École Polytechnique—because they were women. We honour their memory by taking action: supporting survivors, strengthening laws, and investing in prevention programs in schools and communities. Learn more: gov.bc.ca/End-Gender-Based-Violence
The outdoor recreation sector directly contributes around $4.8 billion to BC's economy, supporting jobs, businesses and communities. What's your favourite BC outdoor activity?
Plan your next adventure at SuperNaturalBC.com
Plan your next adventure at SuperNaturalBC.com
December 4, 2025 at 11:33 PM
The outdoor recreation sector directly contributes around $4.8 billion to BC's economy, supporting jobs, businesses and communities. What's your favourite BC outdoor activity?
Plan your next adventure at SuperNaturalBC.com
Plan your next adventure at SuperNaturalBC.com
Do you have a favourite local business or made-in-BC product? Name drop them in the comments! #BCBuyLocal
December 4, 2025 at 9:38 PM
Do you have a favourite local business or made-in-BC product? Name drop them in the comments! #BCBuyLocal
Fever, cough, sore throat, upset stomach, runny nose, fatigue or chills? Best to stay home and keep those germs to yourself. Did you know BC workers have 5 paid sick days so you can rest and recover at home and help keep others from getting sick?
December 3, 2025 at 12:09 AM
Fever, cough, sore throat, upset stomach, runny nose, fatigue or chills? Best to stay home and keep those germs to yourself. Did you know BC workers have 5 paid sick days so you can rest and recover at home and help keep others from getting sick?
It's BC Buy Local Week! This is a time to celebrate and support the bookstores, coffeeshops, gift shops and more that make our communities shine.
Every local choice supports jobs, families, and the unique businesses that make BC special.
Every local choice supports jobs, families, and the unique businesses that make BC special.
December 1, 2025 at 11:26 PM
It's BC Buy Local Week! This is a time to celebrate and support the bookstores, coffeeshops, gift shops and more that make our communities shine.
Every local choice supports jobs, families, and the unique businesses that make BC special.
Every local choice supports jobs, families, and the unique businesses that make BC special.
Flu and Covid-19 can sideline your plans. Put respiratory illness vaccines on the to-do list for you and your family.
Book your appointment today: gov.bc.ca/GetVaccinated
Book your appointment today: gov.bc.ca/GetVaccinated
November 28, 2025 at 11:43 PM
Flu and Covid-19 can sideline your plans. Put respiratory illness vaccines on the to-do list for you and your family.
Book your appointment today: gov.bc.ca/GetVaccinated
Book your appointment today: gov.bc.ca/GetVaccinated
This winter, people experiencing homelessness will find more warm, indoor spaces. Spaces that can be life saving.
Local governments may also open additional emergency warming centres during very cold weather.
Learn more: news.gov.bc.ca/32996
Local governments may also open additional emergency warming centres during very cold weather.
Learn more: news.gov.bc.ca/32996
November 27, 2025 at 8:06 PM
This winter, people experiencing homelessness will find more warm, indoor spaces. Spaces that can be life saving.
Local governments may also open additional emergency warming centres during very cold weather.
Learn more: news.gov.bc.ca/32996
Local governments may also open additional emergency warming centres during very cold weather.
Learn more: news.gov.bc.ca/32996
Ending gender-based violence starts with everyday actions.
To mark 16 Day of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, here are 16 ways you can make a difference—from speaking up to supporting survivors. Together, we can create a safer BC: gov.bc.ca/DomesticViolence
To mark 16 Day of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, here are 16 ways you can make a difference—from speaking up to supporting survivors. Together, we can create a safer BC: gov.bc.ca/DomesticViolence
November 26, 2025 at 8:05 PM
Ending gender-based violence starts with everyday actions.
To mark 16 Day of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, here are 16 ways you can make a difference—from speaking up to supporting survivors. Together, we can create a safer BC: gov.bc.ca/DomesticViolence
To mark 16 Day of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, here are 16 ways you can make a difference—from speaking up to supporting survivors. Together, we can create a safer BC: gov.bc.ca/DomesticViolence
Today is the International Day for the Elimination of Gender-Based Violence. In the last 3 years, BC has secured stable funding for 475+ supports, expanded safe housing, strengthened protections and worked to toughen bail laws. Learn more or get help: gov.bc.ca/DomesticViolence
November 25, 2025 at 11:26 PM
Today is the International Day for the Elimination of Gender-Based Violence. In the last 3 years, BC has secured stable funding for 475+ supports, expanded safe housing, strengthened protections and worked to toughen bail laws. Learn more or get help: gov.bc.ca/DomesticViolence
Content Warning // gender-based violence
Gender-based violence can take many forms. It’s preventable if we act. Speak up, share resources, and stay informed: gov.bc.ca/domesticviolence
Gender-based violence can take many forms. It’s preventable if we act. Speak up, share resources, and stay informed: gov.bc.ca/domesticviolence
November 24, 2025 at 10:34 PM
Content Warning // gender-based violence
Gender-based violence can take many forms. It’s preventable if we act. Speak up, share resources, and stay informed: gov.bc.ca/domesticviolence
Gender-based violence can take many forms. It’s preventable if we act. Speak up, share resources, and stay informed: gov.bc.ca/domesticviolence
Did you know 80% of a skilled trades apprenticeship is paid, on-the-job training? November is Apprenticeship Recognition Month in BC, and we're celebrating the people who build the homes, roads and clean energy projects that power our future.
Learn more: SkilledTradesBC.ca
Learn more: SkilledTradesBC.ca
November 21, 2025 at 11:31 PM
Did you know 80% of a skilled trades apprenticeship is paid, on-the-job training? November is Apprenticeship Recognition Month in BC, and we're celebrating the people who build the homes, roads and clean energy projects that power our future.
Learn more: SkilledTradesBC.ca
Learn more: SkilledTradesBC.ca
On Transgender Day of Remembrance, we honour the people lost to anti-trans violence and join in solidarity with trans, non-binary, Two-Spirit and gender-diverse people everywhere. Together, we reject hate and work for a future where everyone can live as who they are.
November 20, 2025 at 4:58 PM
On Transgender Day of Remembrance, we honour the people lost to anti-trans violence and join in solidarity with trans, non-binary, Two-Spirit and gender-diverse people everywhere. Together, we reject hate and work for a future where everyone can live as who they are.
From clothing and toys to raw materials and medical products, thousands of goods will soon move more freely across Canada thanks to a new agreement that removes interprovincial trade barriers. Canada is at its best when we work together.
Learn more: gov.bc.ca/DomesticTrade
Learn more: gov.bc.ca/DomesticTrade
November 19, 2025 at 11:56 PM
From clothing and toys to raw materials and medical products, thousands of goods will soon move more freely across Canada thanks to a new agreement that removes interprovincial trade barriers. Canada is at its best when we work together.
Learn more: gov.bc.ca/DomesticTrade
Learn more: gov.bc.ca/DomesticTrade
A test of the BC Emergency Alert system is happening at 1:55PM on Wed, Nov 19th. An alert will go out on cell phones, TVs and radios across BC to help make sure the system is working in case of an actual life-threatening emergency. emergencyinfobc.ca/event/test
November 18, 2025 at 10:39 PM
A test of the BC Emergency Alert system is happening at 1:55PM on Wed, Nov 19th. An alert will go out on cell phones, TVs and radios across BC to help make sure the system is working in case of an actual life-threatening emergency. emergencyinfobc.ca/event/test
Look west, Canada. BC is driving Canada's future - partnering with First Nations, local communities, and industry on clean energy, renewable fuel, trades training, and tech and life sciences. This is BC's moment, and Canada's opportunity.
Learn more: gov.bc.ca/LookWest
Learn more: gov.bc.ca/LookWest
November 18, 2025 at 12:51 AM
Look west, Canada. BC is driving Canada's future - partnering with First Nations, local communities, and industry on clean energy, renewable fuel, trades training, and tech and life sciences. This is BC's moment, and Canada's opportunity.
Learn more: gov.bc.ca/LookWest
Learn more: gov.bc.ca/LookWest
Construction is now underway at a joint campus for 2,800 students, the largest public-school infrastructure project in BC history!
news.gov.bc.ca/releases/202...
news.gov.bc.ca/releases/202...
New seats coming for Langley students
Construction is underway on the largest public-school infrastructure project in the province’s history, with two new schools in Langley on a joint campus that will create 2,800 student spaces.
news.gov.bc.ca
November 15, 2025 at 12:42 AM
Construction is now underway at a joint campus for 2,800 students, the largest public-school infrastructure project in BC history!
news.gov.bc.ca/releases/202...
news.gov.bc.ca/releases/202...
Over 100,000 skilled trades jobs are coming to BC in the next decade. To get ready, we’re doubling our investment in trades training. That means more seats, more apprenticeships, and more opportunities for British Columbians.
Ready to build your future? SkilledTradesBC.ca
Ready to build your future? SkilledTradesBC.ca
November 14, 2025 at 11:25 PM
Over 100,000 skilled trades jobs are coming to BC in the next decade. To get ready, we’re doubling our investment in trades training. That means more seats, more apprenticeships, and more opportunities for British Columbians.
Ready to build your future? SkilledTradesBC.ca
Ready to build your future? SkilledTradesBC.ca
New BC regulations mean employers can’t ask for a sick note for the first two times you're sick for 5 days or less in a calendar year.
This change frees up time for doctors to focus on patients who truly need care, and helps workers focus on getting better.
Learn more here: news.gov.bc.ca/33012
This change frees up time for doctors to focus on patients who truly need care, and helps workers focus on getting better.
Learn more here: news.gov.bc.ca/33012
November 13, 2025 at 11:35 PM
New BC regulations mean employers can’t ask for a sick note for the first two times you're sick for 5 days or less in a calendar year.
This change frees up time for doctors to focus on patients who truly need care, and helps workers focus on getting better.
Learn more here: news.gov.bc.ca/33012
This change frees up time for doctors to focus on patients who truly need care, and helps workers focus on getting better.
Learn more here: news.gov.bc.ca/33012
The work that makes the biggest difference often happens face-to-face. Last week, provincial and First Nations leaders—and youth—came together at the 10th First Nations Leaders' Gathering to share ideas and strengthen relationships. #FNLG #Reconciliation
November 13, 2025 at 1:43 AM
The work that makes the biggest difference often happens face-to-face. Last week, provincial and First Nations leaders—and youth—came together at the 10th First Nations Leaders' Gathering to share ideas and strengthen relationships. #FNLG #Reconciliation
Today at 11:11 AM, communities across BC pause to remember the people who served and sacrificed. Their stories are woven into the places we live, the values we uphold, and the history we share. Their courage continues to inspire us. Lest we forget. (1/5)
November 11, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Today at 11:11 AM, communities across BC pause to remember the people who served and sacrificed. Their stories are woven into the places we live, the values we uphold, and the history we share. Their courage continues to inspire us. Lest we forget. (1/5)
Rental asking prices across BC are falling, with Vancouver hitting a 3.5-year low. While many factors are at play, recent changes like curbing speculation, limiting short-term rentals, and updated zoning rules are helping more people find homes that meet their needs.
November 10, 2025 at 11:21 PM
Rental asking prices across BC are falling, with Vancouver hitting a 3.5-year low. While many factors are at play, recent changes like curbing speculation, limiting short-term rentals, and updated zoning rules are helping more people find homes that meet their needs.
Today, we honour generations of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Peoples who have served with courage.
From the War of 1812 to Afghanistan, Indigenous veterans shaped Canada’s military history—yet many returned to discrimination.
Lest we forget.
From the War of 1812 to Afghanistan, Indigenous veterans shaped Canada’s military history—yet many returned to discrimination.
Lest we forget.
November 8, 2025 at 5:32 PM
Today, we honour generations of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Peoples who have served with courage.
From the War of 1812 to Afghanistan, Indigenous veterans shaped Canada’s military history—yet many returned to discrimination.
Lest we forget.
From the War of 1812 to Afghanistan, Indigenous veterans shaped Canada’s military history—yet many returned to discrimination.
Lest we forget.
Doctors, nurse practitioners, and health professionals from around the world are choosing BC—and patients are getting connected.
Our recruitment campaign's working. Since March:
• 2,950+ interested
• 1,400+ applied
• 140+ hired, on their way, or already here
Take a look at what people are saying.
Our recruitment campaign's working. Since March:
• 2,950+ interested
• 1,400+ applied
• 140+ hired, on their way, or already here
Take a look at what people are saying.
November 7, 2025 at 11:20 PM
Doctors, nurse practitioners, and health professionals from around the world are choosing BC—and patients are getting connected.
Our recruitment campaign's working. Since March:
• 2,950+ interested
• 1,400+ applied
• 140+ hired, on their way, or already here
Take a look at what people are saying.
Our recruitment campaign's working. Since March:
• 2,950+ interested
• 1,400+ applied
• 140+ hired, on their way, or already here
Take a look at what people are saying.
Did you know BC has some of the most affordable auto insurance rates in Canada? ICBC's basic auto insurance rates won't change through spring 2027, marking seven years in a row without a rate increase. News.gov.bc.ca/32970
November 6, 2025 at 6:34 PM
Did you know BC has some of the most affordable auto insurance rates in Canada? ICBC's basic auto insurance rates won't change through spring 2027, marking seven years in a row without a rate increase. News.gov.bc.ca/32970
Today, Sikh communities in BC and around the world celebrate the 556th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. His teachings of equality, compassion and service continue to inspire. Happy Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s Gurpurab to all who celebrate! (1/2)
November 5, 2025 at 4:53 PM
Today, Sikh communities in BC and around the world celebrate the 556th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. His teachings of equality, compassion and service continue to inspire. Happy Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s Gurpurab to all who celebrate! (1/2)