Evidence is mounting leading scientists to the conclusion that one dose of a leading vaccine may be almost as good as two. There is also news that in future Pfizer’s vaccine might not need to be kept in extraordinarily cold …
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New addiction treatment, recovery beds coming soon
The pandemic has created additional challenges for people who are struggling with substance use and the organizations that support them. Under the previous government, investments in bed-based care did not meet demand, resulting in long waitlists and lack of service …
New program to help students get moving
Our government is launching the Active School Travel Pilot Program at 11 schools across the province in an effort to increase the number of students using active transportation to get to school. This will allow more kids to get outside, …
Support for youth in care extended another year
Youth and young adults in our care deserve to feel supported and safe, especially as we navigate the pandemic. We are extending emergency measures until March 31, 2022 – another year – so that young adults who would otherwise have …
January 2021 update
Dear Community Members, Happy new year. While 2020 was difficult for all of us in B.C., we have reasons to be optimistic about the coming year. So far, over 40,000 people in the province have received a dose of the …
July 30, 2020 News summary
Dear Community Member, The pandemic has been a challenging time for parents and kids in B.C. While adjusting to new routines, figuring out online learning, and missing out on some summer activities, our kids have been remarkably resilient. But as …
BC Government Police Act Reform
Statement from Mike Farnworth, Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General: “Everyone deserves to be treated fairly in our province and we acknowledge that for many Black, Indigenous and other people of colour, that hasn’t always been the case. “Ensuring …
B.C. bans commercial landlords who forgo federal rent relief from evicting tenants
As quoted: Emergency order is meant to protect small businesses during COVID-19, finance minister says. Alex Migdal · CBC News · Posted: Jun 01, 2020 11:05 AM PT | Last Updated: 2 hours ago B.C. Finance Minister Carole James said she’s heard from small …
Prime minister agrees to Premier John Horgan’s push for national sick-pay program
Rob Shaw Publishing date: May 26, 2020 15 hours ago • 3 minute read MARTIN OUELLET-DIOTTE/AFP/GETTY IMAGES VICTORIA — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau agreed Monday to launch a national sick-pay program, citing the persistent influence of B.C. Premier John Horgan who has been …
Summer camping in BC Parks
The 2020 summer camping season has arrived, giving people in B.C. more opportunities to get outside and connect with nature as most provincial campgrounds and recreation sites open June 1, along with more parks for day-use activities. To ensure British …