Skills training, education key to recovery for Indigenous communities
More than 1,700 Indigenous people in communities throughout British Columbia will be able to access education or skills training for in-demand jobs.
Community Happenings
Winter tires required for early spring safety
Drivers are reminded that winter tire regulations remain in place until April 30, 2021, on many highways to account for early spring snowfall.
WHITE SPOT (RICHMOND CENTRE) CONTINUES SPIRIT OF GIVING BY RAISING $10,288 FOR RICHMOND HOSPITAL FOUNDATION
From left to right: Leo Canapi, General Manager, White Spot – Richmond Centre and Veena Ganatra, Owner, White Spot – Richmond Centre.
BC Liberals reiterate call to support restaurants faced with closures
As the latest round of health restrictions continues to devastate the hospitality industry, BC Liberal Critic for Jobs, Economic Recovery and Innovation Todd Stone is reiterating the urgent call to support struggling business owners and workers after days of inaction from John Horgan and the NDP.
First National Residency for Black, Indigenous & Racialized Public Artists Launched
Ten Black, Indigenous, and racialized creatives bring public art to communities across Canada in new residency.
Job-protected leave for workers to get COVID-19 vaccine
As part of B.C.’s COVID-19 Immunization Plan, workers can take the time they need to receive the COVID-19 vaccine without fear of losing their jobs.
Two seriously injured after separate collisions in Delta
Delta Police attended two serious collisions on March 31.
BC Liberal statement on Sikh Heritage Month
MLA for Richmond North Centre and Opposition Critic for Tourism, Arts and Culture Teresa Wat has issued the following statement for Sikh Heritage Month
New Zealand Celebrates International Dark Sky Week
Every year the International Dark-Sky Association hosts International Dark Sky Week (IDSW) to raise awareness about light pollution’s many negative effects.
Rachna Singh’s statement on Sikh Heritage Month
Rachna Singh, Parliamentary Secretary for Anti-Racism Initiatives, has released the following statement to mark Sikh Heritage Month.
Fraser Health takes possession of Irene Thomas Hospice
Fraser Health took exclusive possession of the lands and buildings at the Irene Thomas Hospice site, including the Harold and Veronica Savage Centre for Supportive Care and surrounding lands.
Medal of Good Citizenship recipients announced
Fourteen people from around British Columbia will receive the Province’s Medal of Good Citizenship for their outstanding service and commitment to helping others in their communities.
Gladue services transition to BC First Nations Justice Council
Beginning April 1, 2021, management of B.C.’s Gladue report program will transition from Legal Aid BC (LABC) to the BC First Nations Justice Council (BCFNJC).
British Columbians deserve clarity, not mixed messages
Following today’s announcement of new public health restrictions, the BC Liberals are calling on John Horgan and the NDP to start being honest with British Columbians instead of sending mixed messages and urgently focus on important supports to those who will be most impacted by the new rules.
Applications open for hiring tax credit
Applications are now open online for the Increased Employment Incentive (IEI), which was announced as a part of StrongerBC: BC’s Economic Recovery Plan.