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March 10, 2010
NDP Wants to Resurrect Failed Photo Radar Plan
The NDP's plan to bring back photo radar means less police on the streets and a weakening of public safety. read more
March 02, 2010
Budget 2010 - Building a Prosperous British Columbia
Setting the foundation for decades of renewed economic growth, protecting vital services, adding to British Columbia's competitiveness and building on the tremendous momentum of the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games are core elements of the 2010 provincial budget. read more
February 25, 2010
B.C. to Keep Robson Square Open for Paralympics
The British Columbia Pavilion and activities at Robson Square that have become a focal point for people to gather and celebrate during the Olympic Winter Games will also be open during the Paralympic Winter Games. read more
February 24, 2010
The World is Talking About British Columbia
Have you wondered what the world said about British Columbia during the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Games? Here is just a sample of commentary from around the globe. read more
February 18, 2010
B.C., Montana Partner on Environment and Clean Energy
B.C. and the State of Montana have signed a new partnership agreement to sustain environmental values in the Flathead River Basin and to work together on climate action and development of renewable, low-carbon energy. read more
February 15, 2010
Clean Energy Investments Power B.C.'s Future
Clean Energy Day at Robson Square during the 2010 Winter Games has been kicked off by Premier Gordon Campbell announcing three new major clean energy and technology investments in the province of British Columbia. read more
February 09, 2010
Throne Speech Focuses on British Columbia's Future
The second session of the 39th Parliament of British Columbia was launched with a speech from the throne that emphasized the steps government will take to propel British Columbia's Olympic momentum to create jobs, improve the environment and support families with children. read more
February 03, 2010
Tax Credits for Film and Interactive Digital Media
A proposed new tax credit for digital media, combined with changes to provincial film tax credits, recognizes the convergence of these sectors and supports the continued growth, development and competitiveness of B.C.’s video game and film sectors and the related employment they provide. read more
February 02, 2010
2010 Podiums Put B.C. Wood in the World Spotlight
British Columbia wood will share the spotlight with the world’s best athletes thanks to 23 stunning podiums built from timber donated by communities, First Nations, and businesses from across the Province. read more
February 01, 2010
Interior Gets Better Cancer Care, Closer to Home
A new, state-of-the-art radiation therapy treatment unit and a brachytherapy suite has officially opened at the BC Cancer Agency’s Centre for the Southern Interior, which will help more patients from the Interior get better cancer care, closer to home. read more
February 01, 2010
'Downtown Eastside Connect' Opens at Woodward's
British Columbians, media and visitors to the 2010 Olympic Winter Games can learn about the partnerships and investments improving the quality of life for people in the Downtown Eastside at a new information centre. read more
February 01, 2010
2009-10 Class Size Report
The fifth annual report on class size and composition shows that class sizes continue to be smaller today than they were prior to the class size and composition legislation that was brought in four years ago. read more
January 25, 2010
Funding Approved for Interior Heart & Surgical Centre
The Province has approved funding for the Interior Heart and Surgical Centre (IHSC) project, which will build on the cardiac transition plan currently underway at Kelowna General Hospital (KGH) and provide cardiac care closer to home for patients throughout the Interior. read more
January 25, 2010
UBC Clinical Teaching Facility Opens at Kelowna General Hospital
The Interior’s new clinical teaching building at Kelowna General Hospital – the home of the Southern Medical Program – is complete and ready to begin training doctors in the Southern Interior for the first time ever. read more
January 20, 2010
Province to Freeze MLA Compensation
The annual cost-of-living pay increase for government MLAs will be frozen for the next two years in recognition of the budget challenges facing British Columbia. This is in addition to the ten per cent pay reduction Cabinet Minister have taken in their compensation until the Province returns to balanced budgets. read more
January 18, 2010
Rising Commodity Prices Boost B.C. Mineral Industry
Rising commodity prices signal that 2010 will be a strong year for B.C.’s mineral industry. Mineral exploration activity in B.C. reached $154 million in 2009 with 30 mine development projects submitted to government. read more
January 15, 2010
$3-Million Housing for Homeless Opens in Saanich
Clover Place, a newly renovated $3-million housing development, has officially opened in Saanich providing 18 units of supportive housing for people who are chronically homeless or at risk of homelessness read more
January 15, 2010
Agreement Signed for Cancer Centre for the North
The new, 5,000-square-metre (54,000-square-foot) BC Cancer Agency Centre for the North will include two linear accelerators, which are used in the delivery of radiation therapy; one computerized-tomography (CT) simulator; a chemotherapy treatment unit; a pharmacy; general outpatient clinics; professional staff offices; and a parkade. read more
January 14, 2010
B.C. and Small Business Step Up Battle Against Red Tape
The B.C. Government is making red tape reduction a fixed agenda item in its conversations with small businesses and has launched a new project to streamline and simplify government forms. read more
January 14, 2010
B.C. Announces Support for Haiti Earthquake Victims
The Province will provide $500,000 to the Red Cross to support victims of the January 12 earthquake in Haiti. The Province will also work with the federal government to offer assistance to help Haiti rebuild. read more
December 29, 2009
Income Tax Savings for Families, Businesses Start Jan 1
Individual British Columbians earning up to $118,000 will pay the lowest provincial personal income taxes in Canada as a result of new personal income tax measures that come into effect on Jan. 1, 2010. read more
December 24, 2009
Looking Ahead with Confidence
An Opinion Editorial by Premier Gordon Campbell - After a year like 2009, it's hard to imagine what 2010 might bring. We have all felt the effects of the financial turmoil. read more
December 17, 2009
Standard & Poor's Affirms AAA Credit Rating
Standard & Poor’s has affirmed the Province of British Columbia’s credit rating at AAA, the highest possible, noting the Province’s debt reduction has given B.C. an increased capacity to respond to the global recession. read more
December 17, 2009
New Campus of Care Opens for Surrey Seniors
The Residence at Morgan Heights, a new campus of care consisting of 40 assisted-living units and 116 residential-care beds, has officially opened providing Surrey seniors with improved access to affordable housing with integrated support services. read more
December 17, 2009
Province Provides $37,000 Grant to Kelowna Winter Shelter
The Province is providing a $37,000 grant to the Inn from the Cold shelter to cover operating costs and allow them to continue to provide winter shelter. read more
December 15, 2009
$8.47 Million Shelter and Housing for Homeless in Duncan
Provincial and local partners gathered to celebrate the official opening of Warmland House, an $8.47-million development providing 15 emergency shelter beds and 24 transitional housing units for adults at risk of homelessness with mental health issues. read more
December 15, 2009
$28.8-Million Supportive Housing Breaks Ground in Vancouver
The groundbreaking of a $28.8-million supportive housing development on East 1st Ave. will provide 129 new apartments for people who are homeless. read more
December 11, 2009
Affordable Seniors' Housing Breaks Ground in Kelowna
The governments of Canada and British Columbia, along with community partners, broke ground in Kelowna on an $11.7-million, 72-unit housing development for seniors and persons with disabilities. read more
December 11, 2009
Construction Begins on SFU-Surrey Expansion
Dave S. Hayer, MLA for Surrey-Tynehead, joined Simon Fraser University representatives to officially mark the start of construction of the $10-million Podium 2 expansion of the SFU-Surrey campus. The project will create up to 64 direct jobs. read more
December 10, 2009
NaiKun Wind Development Receives Environmental Approval
NaiKun Wind Development Inc. (the proponent) has received an environmental assessment (EA) certificate for its proposed offshore wind energy project (project). The Council of the Haida Nation has a limited partnership agreement with the proponent to operate and maintain the project after construction. read more
December 07, 2009
Innovative $32-Million Affordable Housing Announced for Victoria
A former Hudson’s Bay site in downtown Victoria will be converted into an apartment building, providing a combination of 120 affordable home ownership and rental units. This investment will create even more local housing options for a city that has one of the lowest rental vacancy rates in the province. read more
December 07, 2009
B.C. to Showcase Climate Action in Copenhagen
Premier Gordon Campbell will join the Canadian delegation, other sub-national leaders and global heads of state to discuss the future of climate action at the United Nations Climate Change Summit in Copenhagen, Dec. 14-16. read more
December 02, 2009
Applying for Benefits for Newborns Now Easier in B.C.
Common sense changes now allow B.C. parents of newborns to use a single application form to apply for a number of child benefits and services including MSP, the Canada Child Tax Benefit, Social Insurance Number (SIN) and birth certificate. This change should allow parents to focus on their newborn children - not bureaucratic paperwork. read more
November 30, 2009
Qualifications Recognition to Help B.C. Immigrants
A new pan-Canadian framework will allow for improved recognition of foreign qualifications of skilled immigrants. These changes will allow people with education, skills, knowledge, and experience to enter the labour market sooner - all the more beneficial in positions where there's currently a skills shortage. read more
November 27, 2009
Province Creates Jobs for Displaced Resource Workers
Workers in resource-dependent communities particularly hard-hit by the economic downturn are benefiting from short-term employment as a result of more than $6.5 million in funding for 38 Job Opportunities Program projects. These projects range from fuel abatement and danger tree removal to trail development and range boundary fence construction and repair. read more
November 20, 2009
Cardiac Services Expand to Kelowna
The first-ever cardiac procedure to be performed at Kelowna General Hospital was successfully completed last month, marking the first time a coronary intervention was preformed anywhere in the province outside of the Lower Mainland and Victoria. Cardiac patients throughout the Interior are now able to get care closer to home, without having to travel to the Lower Mainland. read more
November 19, 2009
B.C. plans to increase HST threshold on new housing rebate to $525,000
The Province is proposing to increase the threshold for the B.C. HST new housing rebate from $400,000 to $525,000 to ensure that, on average, purchasers of new homes up to $525,000 pay no more tax due to harmonization. read more
November 13, 2009
15 Years and $14-Million Builds More Choice for At-Risk Youth
BladeRunners, an employment program that helps at-risk youth between ages 15-30 gain the skills they need to take control over their futures and develop career opportunities, will see an additional $14-million in funding over the next five years. Over the past few years, BladeRunners has averaged close to 300 trainees per year, with almost 90 per cent of participants successfully transitioning into full time employment. read more
November 12, 2009
Province Supports Displaced Workers in Prince George
$1.1-million is being invested in a series of projects to support displaced workers in Prince George. These projects will support forestry families while improving recreation options and reducing the chances of interface fire. read more
November 10, 2009
$5.9-Million Shelter and Transition House Opens in Terrace
A new $5.9-million emergency shelter and transitional housing development has opened in Terrace to house individuals at risk of homelessness. This facility integrates support services with housing to help people move beyond temporary shelter to more secure housing, greater self-reliance and appropriate employment. read more
November 09, 2009
Province Invests $1.6-Million in Seniors' Supportive Housing
A newly announced $1.6-million grant will help renovate an additional 33-units of seniors’ housing in Vancouver. Over the last two years, over 750 units for low-income seniors and people with disabilities have been upgraded to include accessibility features such as bathroom grab bars, improved lighting in common areas, and other security and safety features. read more
November 09, 2009
Okanagan College Officially Opens $28-Million Learning Centre
A new Centre for Learning at Okanagan College’s Kelowna campus is making higher education more accessible with extra classrooms, an expanded library, and a digital media shop with the latest technology. This $28-million improvement is part of more than $1.8-billion invested in over 840 post-secondary capital projects since 2001. read more
November 04, 2009
Moody's Confirms British Columbia AAA Credit Rating
Moody’s Investors Service has confirmed British Columbia’s AAA credit rating, noting the Province’s track record of prudent fiscal planning and its effective management of fiscal pressures. read more
November 02, 2009
Task Force, Committee to Lead Clean Energy Development
The Province will establish a Green Energy Advisory Task Force, as committed in the August 2009 throne speech. read more
October 30, 2009
Premier's Statement on the 2010 Olympic Torch Relay
Premier Gordon Campbell made the following statement in the B.C. Legislature on the eve of the Olympic Flame's arrival in British Columbia. read more
October 28, 2009
BC Liberal Government Advances Commitment to Clean, Renewable Energy
As part of its commitment to reduce greenhouse gases and become a clean energy powerhouse, the Province has clarified its intention to the British Columbia Utilities Commission (BCUC) to end BC Hydro’s reliance on the Burrard Thermal Generating Facility for energy needs. read more
October 25, 2009
New Pitt River Bridge Opens on Schedule and on Budget
Premier Gordon Campbell has officially opened the new Pitt River Bridge which will reduce congestion and cut travel times for the almost 90,000 vehicles that cross each day. read more
October 25, 2009
Western Provinces Announce Joint Support for Open Skies
BC, Alberta and Saskatchewan signed an unprecedented declaration affirming Western support for Open Skies - supporting more airline choice and competition. read more
October 23, 2009
Province Confirms New BC Place Roof for 2011
A fixed-priced contract for the construction of a new, retractable roof on BC Place after the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games has been signed between the BC Pavilion Corporation (PavCo) and PCL Constructors Canada Inc. read more
October 23, 2009
Additional $31.6-Million Savings for B.C. Health System
Four new contracts to provide health authorities with cardiac, renal dialysis, and operating room supplies will save the province’s health system $31.6 million. read more
October 23, 2009
Premier's Statement on the Passing of Jack Poole
Premier Gordon Campbell issued the following statement following the passing of Jack Poole. read more
October 22, 2009
Bill of Rights for Residents Promotes Better Care
A Residents’ Bill of Rights has been introduced to ensure that residents in British Columbia care facilities know their rights, which will be publicly displayed inside all residential care facilities throughout the province. read more
October 21, 2009
New Law Cracks Down on Distracted Driving
B.C. roads will be safer following legislative changes to prevent the use of hand-held cellphones, portable electronic devices and text messaging while driving. read more
October 20, 2009
New Act Restricts Sale and Possession of Body Armour
Gang members and organized criminals will no longer be able to hide behind body armour with the introduction of Canada’s first act that sets up a licensing and criminal record check regime for the sale and purchase of body armour. read more
October 19, 2009
2010 Olympic Truce Promotes Peace
The 2010 Olympic Truce resolution has been adopted by the United Nations General Assembly, promoting peaceful resolutions to conflicts around the globe. read more
October 19, 2009
Outstanding Warrants to be Ineligible for Social Assistance
The provincial government will restrict access to income assistance and disability assistance for people with outstanding indictable arrest warrants in B.C. and other provinces, as well as arrest warrants under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (Canada). read more
October 16, 2009
Successful SkillsPlus Program Expanded with $2-million
An additional $2 million investment to deliver skills training will give businesses in British Columbia more resources to enhance employee skills. read more
October 16, 2009
Small Business Reports Confirm Strong Sector
Two reports have been released providing significant indicators of the economic health of small business in British Columbia. read more
October 16, 2009
Northwest Community College Breaks Ground on $16.7-million Campus Expansion
Construction is set to begin on Northwest Community College’s new $16.7-million campus expansion and upgrade in Smithers, following an official groundbreaking by provincial and college officials. read more
October 15, 2009
Outpatient Hospital Reaches Construction Milestone
Construction on the $239-million Surrey Outpatient Hospital has reached a milestone, with the completion of the framing and capping of the roof. The occasion was marked by Health Services Minister Kevin Falcon, along with representatives from Fraser Health, with a tribute to workers and the sealing of a ceremonial time capsule. read more
October 15, 2009
College of New Caledonia Breaks Ground for $19.7-million Tech Facility
Provincial, federal and college representatives have officially broken ground for the new $19.7-million Technical Education Centre at the College of New Caledonia’s Prince George campus. The project will create over 126 direct jobs. read more
October 14, 2009
B.C., Canada Partner to Renew Social Housing
The Governments of Canada and British Columbia have announced 101 renovation and retrofit projects totaling approximately $177 million, which is cost-shared under the Housing Renovation Partnership, a jointly funded program to renovate and retrofit social housing over the next two years creating an estimated 1,130 jobs. read more
October 09, 2009
B.C., Washington State Partner on Cross-Border Opportunities
Premier Gordon Campbell and Washington Governor Chris Gregoire have signed a framework agreement that will see B.C. and Washington co-operate on transportation and other initiatives, including developing a shared vision for high-speed rail service and jointly advocating for direct harbour-to-harbour air service between Vancouver and Seattle. read more
October 07, 2009
New Lower Mainland Jail Slated for Surrey
The Province will build a new secure, state-of- the-art corrections facility adjacent to the existing Surrey Pretrial Services Centre and connected by tunnel to both the courthouse and police station. read more
October 05, 2009
More Funding for Marketing Wood Products in China
Building on another record year for lumber sales into China, Forestry Innovation Investment (FII) has increased funding for China marketing by 17 per cent and sharpened the focus of its joint market development strategy with industry and the federal government. read more
October 03, 2009
Province Continues Commitment to BC Fruit Growers
B.C. tree fruit growers have established themselves as leaders in this international industry and, as a result, have earned an outstanding reputation for their products worldwide. The Orchards and Vineyards Transition program works to ensure they remain competitive both in B.C. and in the global marketplace. read more
October 02, 2009
Premier & Minister Day Welcome BC’s First Hydrogen Bus
Premier Gordon Campbell and Minister of International Trade and Minister for the Asia-Pacific Gateway Stockwell Day celebrated the arrival of the first bus of what will become the world’s largest single hydrogen fuel cell bus fleet. read more
October 01, 2009
Update on $20-Million Funding for Rural Roads
British Columbia is on track to complete $20 million in targeted upgrades to more than 200 Forest Service roads that serve as crucial transportation links, improving travel and safety conditions for residents in about 70 rural communities. read more
October 01, 2009
B.C. Accelerates Completion of Interface Fire Plans
The Province will provide an additional 16 Wildfire Management Branch staff to accelerate the completion of Community Wildfire Protection Plans and further reduce the risk of interface fires. read more
September 24, 2009
Construction Starts on New Research Centre
Premier Gordon Campbell helped launch the official groundbreaking of the new seven-storey, Robert H.N. Ho Research Centre at Vancouver General Hospital. read more
September 24, 2009
Governments Partner to Create Jobs, Stimulate Economy
174 new infrastructure projects valued at over $719 million will help communities throughout B.C. meet their pressing infrastructure needs, help stimulate the economy, create jobs and support continued economic growth. read more
September 23, 2009
NDP Reckless with B.C.'s Future
The NDP stood in the Legislature and rejected a plan that protects vital services like health care and provides tax relief for families and small businesses. read more
September 18, 2009
B.C. Supports Crime-Fighting Technology and Prevention
British Columbia’s commitment to improved federal wiretap and lawful access legislation was reaffirmed by Attorney General Michael de Jong and Solicitor General Kash Heed, as they joined the western justice ministers’ conference in Saskatoon to talk about innovative ways to both fight and prevent crime. read more
September 16, 2009
NDP Want To Pull Plug On Northwest Transmission Line
Stikine MLA Doug Donaldson refused to support the new Northwest Transmission Line today, despite several opportunities to do so in the Legislature. read more
September 16, 2009
Provincial and Federal Partnership to Electrify the North
The Northwest Transmission Line will now go ahead with the announcement of $130 million committed by the Government of Canada through the Green Infrastructure Fund. This is an important step towards building a powerline that has the potential to generate billions of dollars in capital investment, create thousands of new jobs and open economic opportunities on a global scale in the Northwest. read more
September 15, 2009
New ER Opens at Victoria General Hospital
Premier Gordon Campbell and Health Services Minister Kevin Falcon have celebrated a milestone in the delivery of trauma care on Vancouver Island, as they officially opened the new, three-times larger $18.8-million emergency department at Victoria General Hospital. read more
September 14, 2009
NDP's Reckless Approach Would Mean Deficits Without End
The NDP have admitted their plan for B.C.'s economy would mean spiralling deficits with no hope of balancing the provincial budget, says BC Liberal Finance Minister Colin Hansen. read more
September 11, 2009
Province Invests $5.2-Million into Skills Training
The Province is investing $5.2 million in training programs to help nearly 1,000 unemployed British Columbians acquire the skills they need to transition back to the labour force or into further education. read more
September 11, 2009
Government Supports Sports in British Columbia
Media have been reporting on the provincial government’s decisions regarding funding for sport in B.C. Here are the facts about investment by the BC Liberal government in sport... read more
September 11, 2009
$40,000 for Con Air Means More Criminals Heading Home
More fugitives wanted on outstanding warrants in other provinces will get a one-way ticket home to face justice, thanks to $40,000 in new provincial funding to the Vancouver Police Department’s Con Air program. read more
September 10, 2009
BC Liberal Government Increases Funds for School Lunch Program
For the Record: BC Liberal Government Increases Funds for School Lunch Program in Budget 2009-10 read more
September 08, 2009
Province Invests $2.4-Million to Boost Adult Literacy Skills
Free tutoring programs are being funded to help B.C. adults upgrade their education or improve their English and literacy skills. In total, $2.4-million is being invested to promote literacy in British Columbia. read more
September 08, 2009
Governments of Canada and B.C. Invest $14-Million in Jobs
A joint investment with the Federal government will see more than $14-million invested in groups and organizations throughout the province to create immediate jobs and help workers in all industries. read more
September 08, 2009
B.C. Gives $600K for Housing for Seniors and Veterans
The Province is providing $600,000 to the Royal Canadian Legion Branches across B.C. to redevelop Legion-owned sites with affordable housing for veterans and low or fixed-income seniors. read more
September 04, 2009
Over 600 Backpacks Help Low Income Students in B.C.
The BC Liberal government is donating approximately 600 backpacks filled with school supplies to children from low-income families in over 20 communities across British Columbia. read more
September 04, 2009
New Facility to Train Hundreds More Pharmacists for BC
The BC Liberal government is investing $86.4-million in a new state-of-the-art building at the University of British Columbia that will house the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Science, enabling the expansion of the undergraduate program by 72 students, and helping address the shortage of pharmacists in B.C. read more
September 01, 2009
Budget 2009: Protecting Vital Services, Building for the Future
September Budget Update 2009 - The B.C. government is protecting vital services and positioning British Columbia for renewed economic growth. read more
August 28, 2009
$1.8-Million for Specialized Employment Services
New employment services are now available for people with learning, developmental, mental health and other neurological disabilities to help these individuals succeed in life through either full-time, part-time or self-employment. Services will be offered in Prince George, Terrace, Kamloops, Kelowna, Grand Forks , Comox, Campbell River, Duncan, Mill Bay, and the Vancouver area. read more
August 27, 2009
NDP Still Supports Smog in the Valley
NDP MLA John Horgan's support for the continued operation of the inefficient Burrard Thermal Power Plant, one of the largest sources of greenhouse gas emissions in the Lower Mainland, will put the health of Fraser Valley residents at risk. read more
August 25, 2009
Throne Speech Focuses on Strengthening British Columbia
The 39th Parliament of British Columbia has been launched with a speech from the throne that emphasized steps the government will take to strengthen the economy to create jobs, improve and protect vital services and manage taxpayer dollars prudently to avoid burdening future generations with unaffordable debt. read more
August 24, 2009
Province Funds Extra Insurance for Rescue Groups
The Province will build on the insurance it already provides to individual search and rescue volunteers, adding $180,000 for liability coverage to protect the volunteers’ societies. read more
August 24, 2009
BC Arts Council Provides $5.1-Million in Grant Awards
Individual artists and arts organizations across B.C. will receive $5.1 million in BC Arts Council grants in 2009-10. Since 2001, the BC Arts Council has provided over $124 million to assist artists and arts and cultural organizations throughout B.C. read more
August 23, 2009
Prince George Celebrates
Simon Fraser Bridge Completion
The new twinned Simon Fraser Bridge has opened in Prince George. The new span will reduce traffic congestion and save travel time for commuters, tourist and commercial vehicles crossing the bridge while improving highway safety. read more
August 17, 2009
Canada Line Begins Service with Fare-Free Day
The Canada Line, which provides rapid transit service between downtown Vancouver, Richmond and Vancouver International Airport (YVR), has been officially opened three-and-a-half months ahead of schedule. read more
August 17, 2009
14,000 Individuals, Small Business Support BC Liberals in 2009 Campaign
Almost 14,000 individual contributors stepped up to support the BC Liberal Party in the first five months of 2009, BC Liberal Director of Communications & Membership Services Chad Pederson said today upon the public release of the party’s election financing report by Elections BC. read more
July 30, 2009
The Fast Facts on the
Harmonized Sales Tax (HST)
The B.C. HST is a value-added sales tax that combines the seven per cent provincial sales tax (PST) with the five per cent federal Goods and Services Tax (GST) resulting in a Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) of 12 per cent. Here are the fast facts you need to know… read more
July 30, 2009
New Housing Option for People at Howe Shelter
The Howe St. shelter will be closed on Aug. 7 and a new, more cost-effective and stable housing option will be available for those using the shelter. read more
July 28, 2009
$21.6-Million Development Creates Jobs and Supportive Housing
The first of 14 supportive housing developments on Vancouver city-owned sites has broken ground to provide people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness with 80 new studio apartments. This year the BC Liberal government will spend over $469 million on shelters and affordable housing – more than four times than when first elected in 2001. read more
July 28, 2009
B.C. Launches Review of Independent Authorities: Translink, BC Ferries
The Province is launching a review of publicly funded, independently regulated transportation authorities to ensure customers and ratepayers are receiving maximum value for services read more
July 24, 2009
Tuition Program Opens Doors to More Workers
More workers in the forest sector have access to training opportunities through the $17.25-million Community Development Trust (CDT) Tuition Assistance Program due to a change in the definition of forest worker. read more
July 23, 2009
Affordable Seniors' Housing Breaks Ground in Squamish
The groundbreaking has taken place for a new $14-million, 84-unit housing development for seniors and people with disabilities in Squamish, creating 141 direct and indirect jobs. This project is part of a larger effort to increase the supply of affordable rental housing for low-income seniors and people with disabilities across the province. read more
July 23, 2009
Harmonized Sales Tax to Boost Investment, Job Creation
British Columbia intends to harmonize its provincial sales tax with the federal Goods and Services Tax effective July 1, 2010, to boost new business investment, improve productivity, enhance economic growth and create jobs. read more
July 22, 2009
Construction Underway on New Fort St. John Hospital
Ground has officially been broken on construction of the new Fort St. John Hospital and Residential Care project. read more
July 21, 2009
Proposed Changes Allow Pharmacists to Give Injections
British Columbians may soon have even more health professionals to choose from when they need to have certain types of injections, including vaccinations. read more
July 21, 2009
Health Authorities Save $57.5-Million Through Shared Services
New contracts to provide all health authorities with cardiac supplies such as heart pacemakers and defibrillators and home oxygen services will save the health system $57.5 million. read more
July 20, 2009
Provincial Resources Deployed to West Kelowna Wildfires
Crews from the West Kelowna fire department and BC Forest Service are working on wildfires burning at Rose Valley Dam, an estimated 150 hectares in size, and Glenrosa, estimated at 350 hectares. read more
July 14, 2009
B.C. and Kelowna Invest $8.4M in Housing for Homeless
The groundbreaking has taken place for a new 40-unit supportive housing development for people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness thanks to provincial, municipal and community investments. read more
July 13, 2009
Governments of Canada and B.C. Invest $60-Million in Jobs
A $60-million commitment will help the Job Opportunities Program create immediate employment and help workers in all industry sectors and communities impacted by the economic downturn. read more
July 09, 2009
British Columbia Public Accounts Show Surplus
Despite a weaker economy and declining revenues, British Columbia posted a $78-million surplus in the last fiscal year. read more
July 07, 2009
New Civil Rules Promote Access to Justice
New civil and family justice reforms introduced will lower costs and increase access to B.C.’s justice system for the average citizen by making it easier to use the courts and resolve legal disputes. read more
June 30, 2009
Premier's Statement on Canada Day
Canada Day is a time for all Canadians to come together and celebrate the things that make our country great. read more
June 30, 2009
FSA a Valuable Tool for Student Achievement
The results of the 2009 Foundation Skills Assessment (FSA) show that close to two-thirds of all B.C. students in grades 4 and 7 are meeting or exceeding achievement levels in reading read more
June 23, 2009
Major Construction Shows Confidence
The number and value of major construction projects planned or underway across British Columbia increased during the first quarter of 2009. read more
June 19, 2009
Western Premiers Agree on a Plan for EI Reform
At the 2009 Western Premiers’ Conference, premiers agreed to work in partnership with the federal government to make employment insurance fair for all Canadians. read more
June 19, 2009
National Aboriginal Day: Certainty and Opportunity Through Co-operation
National Aboriginal Day, June 21, is an important opportunity for all Canadians to take stock of not only how far we have come as a country, but also to think about how B.C.'s New Relationship with First Nations will be viewed by the rest of the world. read more
June 11, 2009
Premier's Statement on National Day of Reconciliation
Premier Gordon Campbell made the following statement to commemorate the National Day of Reconciliation. read more
June 10, 2009
Premier Campbell Appoints New Cabinet to Keep BC Strong
Premier Gordon Campbell has appointed a new cabinet to build a strong economic future, capitalize on hosting the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games and seize emerging global opportunities as Canada’s Pacific Gateway. read more
June 01, 2009
Update on Canada's First Community Court
Updated statistics for Vancouver’s Downtown Community Court reveal the courtroom concluded 1,273 cases between last September and April 2009. read more
May 22, 2009
Province Commits New Supports for Ranchers
The Province will develop a new fencing program to protect livestock along highway and rail corridors, and create a new Ranching Task Force to support the province’s ranching industry. read more
May 13, 2009
British Columbians Choose BC Liberals to Lead Province Forward
Premier Gordon Campbell thanked supporters, candidates and all British Columbians last night for electing a BC Liberal government to a third term. read more
May 11, 2009
British Columbians Unite To 'Get Out the Vote'
Premier Gordon Campbell led British Columbians today in making a mass, simultaneous digital push to get out the vote for the provincial election on Tuesday, May 12. read more
May 10, 2009
Carole James Anti-2010, Derogatory Photos Show Lack of Judgement
Carole James must immediately apologize to British Columbians and our athletes after showing a complete lack of judgement by posing in questionable photos and promoting anti-Olympic messages on the NDP’s photo website. read more
May 10, 2009
Premier’s Statement on Kelowna Rocket’s WHL Championship Win
Premier Gordon Campbell made the following statement today congratulating the Kelowna Rockets for winning the Western Hockey League championship: read more
May 09, 2009
Former NDP Premier, Mayors Pan Carole James’ Climate Plan
Carole James’ credibility and leadership sustained a further blow today with local mayors and former NDP Premier Mike Harcourt coming out against her climate plan in the critical, final days of the provincial election. read more
May 09, 2009
NDP Continues to Mislead on Job-Killing Plan
In the final days of the election, the NDP continues to squander their chance to come clean on the true impacts of their tax-and-spend budget plan. read more
May 07, 2009
NDP Energy Plan: ‘Ban Everything’
The NDP announced the final component of their Energy Plan today – completing their total ban on virtually every form of energy production invented to date. So far this campaign Carole James and the NDP have announced their intention to ban or put out of business run-of-river, solar, bioenergy, geothermal, tidal, wind, oil and gas and now coalbed gas (CBG). These industries employ thousands of British Columbians and generate billions in investment – with the potential for more jobs and investment in the future – yet the NDP platform will shut them all down. read more
May 07, 2009
Premier Commits to New Support for Ranchers
A BC Liberal government will work with cattle ranchers across the province to develop a new fencing program that will protect livestock along the province’s highways and railway corridors and establish a new task force to support ranchers. read more
May 07, 2009
NDP Critic Abrogates the Truth
The NDP is now resorting to blatant dishonesty to try and hide the damage Carole James and the NDP will do to the economy and the job losses that will result from their reckless forestry policies. read more
May 07, 2009
Bell Calls on NDP Leader to Fire Reckless and Incompetent Forests Critic
NDP leader Carole James should immediately strip Cariboo North NDP candidate Bob Simpson of his forests critic role after he made dishonest, reckless comments to a forestry trade journal, accusing B.C. companies of breaking the law and encouraging U.S. companies to sue them, putting thousands of workers' jobs at risk, says BC Liberal Forests Minister Pat Bell. read more
May 06, 2009
NDP on a Train to Nowhere
The NDP’s announcement that they will move ahead with rail bed and track improvements on Vancouver Island is yet another unfunded commitment that the NDP have no ability to actually deliver on. Let’s look at what the NDP said and contrast it with the facts: read more
May 05, 2009
NDP’s Attacks On Mining Industry Put Jobs At Risk
VANCOUVER – NDP candidate Bob Simpson’s lack of understanding of B.C.’s mining industry, coupled with the NDP’s reckless, job-killing policies, will put the B.C. mining industry and thousands of family-supporting jobs in rural B.C. at risk, says BC Liberal Energy Minister Blair Lekstrom. read more
May 05, 2009
NDP takes spin machine to the Northwest
NDP Leader Carole James tried to spin her reckless job killing platform in BC's Northwest yesterday, where she provided no new ideas on how to protect B.C. employees during the global economic downturn and position British Columbia to lead North America out of the economic challenges. Instead, she continued her dishonest attacks and didn't address the concerns British Columbians have about their and their families' economic future. read more
May 04, 2009
Premier Urges Youth to Connect and ‘Get out the Vote’
Premier Gordon Campbell urged over 1,200 under-40 professionals attending a networking event tonight to join him in making Canada’s largest-ever call to ‘get out the vote’ for the May 12 provincial election. read more
May 04, 2009
Forestry leaders reject NDP plan to tear up softwood lumber agreement
During challenging economic times, B.C. forest industry leaders are calling for stability and certainty, but NDP candidates are putting the sustainability of forest communities at risk by threatening to tear up the Softwood Lumber Agreement. read more
May 04, 2009
Opposition to Mandatory Jail Time Proves NDP Soft on Crime
At a time when British Columbians expect political parties to strengthen crime laws, it was revealed today that the Carole James NDP are actively campaigning against changes to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act which would result in mandatory jail time for producing and selling illegal drugs, putting gangsters behind bars. read more
May 04, 2009
NDP Hypocrisy on Legalized Drugs Exposed
The NDP must come clean on their true position on legalizing drugs in British Columbia, says Vancouver-Kensington BC Liberal candidate Syrus Lee. read more
May 03, 2009
NDP Confirms Reckless Economic Plan
At a time when British Columbians are concerned about their jobs, NDP leader Carole James failed to put forth a single new idea in the televised leaders’ debate this evening. Instead, James continued to re-iterate the same unfocused, reckless and confused job-killing policies. read more
May 03, 2009
NDP “Tax Holiday” Could Mean Permanent Vacation for Small Business and Their Workers
The NDP’s proposal for a one-time “tax holiday” for small business will do nothing to address the crippling effects of the NDP’s additional new taxes and wage policies that could result in hundreds of business closures and layoffs for thousands of workers, says Finance Minister Colin Hansen. read more
May 02, 2009
NDP Candidate Bruce Ralston 'Flares' Out On CKNW
Today on CKNW NDP candidate Bruce Ralston continued the NDP’s failed defence of their $412 million flaring gas tax problem. read more
May 02, 2009
NDP Must Account for ‘Fugitive Omissions’ from Their Platform
Following recent confessions that they did not understand their own tax proposals, it is time for the NDP to publicly admit that their platform lacks credibility and, if implemented, would result in devastating job losses in B.C.’s most critical industries, says Finance Minister Colin Hansen. read more
May 02, 2009
BC Liberals Commit to Partner with Whitecaps & Delta to Build National Soccer Centre
A re-elected BC Liberal government will team up with Vancouver Whitecaps FC and the Corporation of Delta to build a state-of-the-art National Soccer Development Centre (NSDC) in Delta, Premier Gordon Campbell announced today. read more
May 02, 2009
Carole James and NDP Need to Come Clean on Plan to Scrap Roof
The BC Liberals are committed to putting a new, retractable roof on BC Place Stadium. The new roof will help attract more events, increase revenues and serve as home for the new Vancouver Whitecaps MLS franchise in 2011. The new roof and other renovations will create 2,500 jobs and bring almost $100 million in additional economic benefit to the region for hotels, taxis, restaurants and other tourism-dependent businesses. read more
May 01, 2009
NDP Beer Tax Will Increase Consumer Costs and Threaten Jobs
The NDP’s new tax on beer, wine and spirits is yet another sign that the NDP is putting their high-tax policies and anti-private sector ideology before jobs and fairness for consumers, said Minister Rich Coleman today. read more
May 01, 2009
NDP Candidate Resurrects Death Tax
An NDP candidate has confirmed that Carole James and the NDP are once again considering the introduction of a “death tax” to pay for the excessive spending in their platform, says BC Liberal candidate for Abbotsford West Mike de Jong. read more
April 30, 2009
Twenty Questions for Carole James
The revelation that NDP candidate Doug Routley was under investigation by the RCMP and a special prosecutor earlier this year is raising serious questions for NDP leader Carole James. read more
April 29, 2009
NDP’s Unfunded TFL Commitment Dishonest
Carole James’ announcement that she would acquire “12,000 hectares of forest land sold-off to private interests by the Campbell government” is both dishonest and completely disingenuous. read more
April 29, 2009
NDP Tries to Cover Up Negative Ad Campaign
The NDP removed their party logo and branding from at least two U.S.-style attack advertisements currently running on television in their continued attempt to cover up their negative campaign strategy from voters, says Minister Mike de Jong. read more
April 29, 2009
Stop the NDP: NDP Admit Incompetence, Re-Write Platform
Red-faced NDP brass have admitted that the $412-million, job-killing tax on gas flaring in their platform was flawed; sourced from a report they hadn’t read; and that they had no clear idea what they were taxing or who to collect that tax from. read more
April 28, 2009
NDP Re-Announces Government Transit Plan
They say imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, but it’s hard to be flattered when Carole James and the NDP steal the BC Liberal transit plan outright. Today Carole James made a series of embarrassing and disingenuous re-announcements attempting to take credit for things the BC Liberals have already announced and the NDP already voted against. read more
April 28, 2009
Third NDP Candidate Breaks Ranks And Supports Independent Power Projects
Prince George-Valemount NDP candidate Julie Carew has broken ranks with leader Carole James over the NDP's reckless plan to ban new jobs and investment from independent power projects (IPPs), announcing that she supports IPPs. read more
April 27, 2009
NDP’s Chinatown Plan Pure Hypocrisy
Carole James took time out today to make her first visit to Vancouver’s historic Chinatown where she promised new funds for the community’s revitalization. read more
April 26, 2009
NDP Candidate Reveals True NDP Agenda for Softwood
A Prince George NDP candidate has confirmed Carole James and the NDP still want to recklessly jeopardize the Softwood Lumber Agreement, even though that position that has been categorically rejected by major forest industry leaders. read more
April 25, 2009
NDP Must Explain Plan to Kill Jobs in Elkford, Sparwood
Kootenay East BC Liberal candidate Bill Bennett is calling on NDP candidate Troy Sebastian to stand up for Elk Valley communities and against his leader Carole James for the NDP plan which will result in the layoff of up to 60,000 British Columbians in rural, resource dependent communities. read more
April 25, 2009
The NDP’s Real Record on Local Government
Carole James was touring the Kootenays today claiming the NDP would “strengthen the relationship” with local government. read more
April 23, 2009
BC Liberals Commit to HIV/AIDS Pilot Project
Premier Gordon Campbell announced a commitment to a pilot project that will expand access to HIV and AIDS drugs to the street-involved population in downtown Prince George and Vancouver’s downtown eastside. The program will decrease AIDS related suffering and further prevent the spread of HIV disease. read more
April 23, 2009
Carole James on the Port Mann: “A Bridge Over Muddled Waters”
Today Carole James told CKNW listeners during the Leader’s Debate that the NDP supports the Port Mann Bridge and that the NDP was responsible for transit being part of the project. read more
April 23, 2009
Surrey NDP Candidate Pulls Bridge Out From Under James
On the same day NDP leader Carole James tried to mislead voters that her party always supported the Port Mann bridge, a Surrey NDP candidate is calling for a read more
April 23, 2009
James Resorts to Personal Attacks & Dishonesty in Radio Debate
NDP Leader Carole James hit new depths of dishonesty in today’s CKNW radio debate, claiming the NDP campaign was not engaging in negative attacks and misleading British Columbians by claiming it was the NDP who made transit part of the new Port Mann Bridge. read more
April 22, 2009
Earth Day Lessons from the NDP
We already knew the NDP is opposed to clean energy projects. Today we learned that Carole James has never taken the time to visit even one of the clean energy projects she now wants to ban. read more
April 22, 2009
Stop the NDP: Another NDP Candidate Betrays Leader, Supports Run-of-River IPPs
A second NDP MLA has broken with his party and is endorsing local independent power producers (IPPs) at the same time NDP leader Carole James is touring renewable energy projects she wants to close down, says Environment Minister Barry Penner. read more
April 22, 2009
Carole James says: ‘Tax now, ask questions later’
Carole James has confirmed she has plans to introduce new taxes on the B.C. forest industry but refuses to say until after the election how high those taxes will be. read more
April 22, 2009
NDP Candidate Betrays Leader, Supports Run-of-River IPPs
A letter released today shows that an NDP MLA has been secretly endorsing local independent power producers (IPPs) in his community while NDP leader Carole James has been hypocritically campaigning against them, Environment Minister Barry Penner said today. read more
April 22, 2009
Earth Day: BC Liberal Initiatives to Sustain the Environment
Since forming government in 2001, the BC Liberal Government has put in place a sustainable plan to address climate change, protect sensitive lands, preserve marine and wildlife habitat, and improve water and air quality in every region of the province. read more
April 21, 2009
NDP Facebook About-Face Revealed
Comments in the wake of the NDP’s Facebook fiasco prove once again that after weeks of talking the talk on technology and social networking, the NDP and their values are truly out-of-step with regular British Columbians. read more
April 21, 2009
The NDP Record on Private Clinics
Carole James should reflect on her record and the facts before spreading more misinformation and dishonesty about private clinics in B.C. read more
April 20, 2009
Premier Campbell Opens B.C. Visitor Centre @ Peace Arch
Premier Gordon Campbell joined tourism industry officials today to celebrate the opening of the new $4.6-million B.C. Visitor Centre @ Peace Arch. read more
April 20, 2009
BC Liberal Trade Strategy to Create Jobs, Attract Investment
Premier Gordon Campbell today laid out a comprehensive BC Liberal trade strategy founded on forging stronger national and global connections to build economic opportunity, attract investment and create B.C. jobs. read more
April 18, 2009
NDP’s Reckless Forest Policies put Jobs at Risk
Carole James continues her dishonesty with forest dependent communities with claims that raw log exports are rising. And her vague commitment to further tax and restrict log exports puts jobs at risk. read more
April 17, 2009
New Port Mann Bridge Will Open Full Year Early
The new, 10-lane Port Mann Bridge will open in December 2012 – a full year earlier than originally expected, Premier Gordon Campbell announced today. read more
April 17, 2009
B.C. Workers to be Permanently Honoured
A BC Liberal government will ensure every worker who contributes to construction of new, major public structures in British Columbia is permanently recognized for building the infrastructure that keeps B.C. strong, Premier Gordon Campbell announced today. read more
April 16, 2009
New Report Supports BC Liberal Climate Action Strategy
A new report released today by the National Roundtable on the Environment and the Economy (NREE) provides more evidence that the BC Liberal plan is the right approach to combating climate change, said Environment Minister Barry Penner. read more
April 15, 2009
The BC Liberal Plan to Keep BC Strong
VANCOUVER– Premier Gordon Campbell today released the BC Liberal's election platform to move B.C. forward with proven leadership, prudent management and targeted investments that will create jobs and build stability and confidence in the provincial economy. read more
April 14, 2009
Economy the Focus as Campaign Begins
With the issuing of the election writ today, B.C. voters will now decide on May 12 who is best to lead British Columbia forward through difficult economic times. read more
April 04, 2009
NDP Trade War Talk Threatens B.C. Jobs
The NDP's reckless call for a trade war with the United States puts the future of the B.C. forest sector at grave risk, along with exports to other countries, says Forests Minister Pat Bell. read more
NDP Re-Announces Their Transit Re-Announcement
They say imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, but it’s hard to be flattered when Carole James and the NDP steal the BC Liberal transit plan outright. Today Carole James made a series of embarrassing and disingenuous re-announcements attempting to take credit for things the BC Liberals have already announced and the NDP already voted against. read more
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