Through the BC Family Benefit Bonus, families will be able to receive more financial relief starting in July. To help cover everyday expenses, the BC Family Benefit Bonus ensures that more families will receive more financial support. This expansion will …
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Supportive housing opens for at-risk youth in Vancouver
As the final phase of Covenant House Vancouver’s expansion is complete, young people experiencing or at risk of homelessness in Vancouver now have access to safe and secure homes with supports. Phase 3 of Covenant House Vancouver adds 44 new …
Innovative model of addictions care expands throughout B.C.
As part of the government’s efforts to support people with addictions along their journey to wellness, the Road to Recovery will be expanded. Road to Recovery provides variety of care for addictions — ranging from detox to treatment and after …
Government taking action to help people out of poverty
To take action to help people out of poverty, the BC government is seeking to give better access to employment opportunities for people facing complex barriers. The Community-based Employment Services (CBES) will help people who are struggling with issues such …
B.C. invests in family doctors through new medical school at SFU
To provide the family medical services we need in our communities, the province is seeking to invest in a brand-new medical school at Simon Fraser University. The focus of the school will be primary care and will leverage SFU’s strength …
Inclusivity, transparency improved for child care
As a part of the Province’s efforts to make child care more affordable, inclusive, and culturally safe, the Early Learning and Child Care act will be established. This will replace and build onto the existing Childcare BC Act and Childcare …
Website launched to protect renters from bad-faith evictions
On July 18, 2024, a new website will be launching to protect renters from being evicted in bad faith while also improving the process for landlords. This tool will help prevent tenants from being evicted under false pretences and ensure …
Funding supports community adult literacy programs in B.C.
Anyone seeking to improve their reading, writing, math, and digital skills will continue to benefit from access to free adult literacy programs across the province. Every year, B.C. invests $3.4 million to support the Community Adult Literacy Program (CALP). These …
Better supports will help people get trained for high-demand careers
It’s important people have access to programs that will teach them the skills they need for good-paying careers. People looking to advance their skills training will receive a boost through a new program that will help them more smoothly transition from …
New training program empowers people to address racism
More people throughout B.C. will receive free training on how to help defuse racist incidents through a new Anti-Racism Community (ARC) Stewards pilot program. Applications are being accepted for the “train the trainer” program, which will educate people with a …