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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
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
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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
La Journée du souvenir trans nous invite à rendre hommage aux vies fauchées par la violence et à être solidaires des personnes trans, non binaires, bispirituelles ou de genres divers. Ensemble, renions la haine et œuvrons pour un avenir où chaque personne peut vivre son identité.
November 20, 2025 at 4:58 PM
La Journée du souvenir trans nous invite à rendre hommage aux vies fauchées par la violence et à être solidaires des personnes trans, non binaires, bispirituelles ou de genres divers. Ensemble, renions la haine et œuvrons pour un avenir où chaque personne peut vivre son identité.
ਟ੍ਰਾਂਸਜੈਂਡਰ ਡੇਅ ਆਫ਼ ਰਿਮੈਮਬਰੈਂਸ ਦੇ ਮੌਕੇ 'ਤੇ, ਅਸੀਂ ਟ੍ਰਾਂਸਜੈਂਡਰ ਲੋਕਾਂ ਖਿਲਾਫ ਹਿੰਸਾ ਕਾਰਨ ਆਪਣੀ ਜ਼ਿੰਦਗੀ ਗੁਆ ਬੈਠੇ ਲੋਕਾਂ ਦੀ ਯਾਦ ਨੂੰ ਮਾਣ ਦਿੰਦੇ ਹਾਂ, ਅਤੇ ਅਸੀਂ ਟ੍ਰਾਂਸ, ਨਾਨ-ਬਾਇਨਰੀ, ਟੂ-ਸਪਿਰਿਟ ਅਤੇ ਲਿੰਗ-ਵਿਭਿੰਨ ਲੋਕਾਂ ਨਾਲ ਏਕਤਾ ਵਿੱਚ ਖੜ੍ਹੇ ਹਾਂ। ਇਕੱਠੇ ਮਿਲ ਕੇ ਅਸੀਂ ਨਫ਼ਰਤ ਨੂੰ ਅਸਵੀਕਾਰ ਕਰਦੇ ਹਾਂ, ਅਤੇ ਇਹੋ ਜਿਹੇ ਭਵਿੱਖ ਲਈ ਕੰਮ ਕਰ ਰਹੇ ਹਾਂ ਜਿੱਥੇ ਹਰ ਕੋਈ ਆਪਣੀ ਪਛਾਣ ਅਨੁਸਾਰ ਜੀਵਨ ਬਿਤਾ ਸਕੇ।
November 20, 2025 at 4:58 PM
ਟ੍ਰਾਂਸਜੈਂਡਰ ਡੇਅ ਆਫ਼ ਰਿਮੈਮਬਰੈਂਸ ਦੇ ਮੌਕੇ 'ਤੇ, ਅਸੀਂ ਟ੍ਰਾਂਸਜੈਂਡਰ ਲੋਕਾਂ ਖਿਲਾਫ ਹਿੰਸਾ ਕਾਰਨ ਆਪਣੀ ਜ਼ਿੰਦਗੀ ਗੁਆ ਬੈਠੇ ਲੋਕਾਂ ਦੀ ਯਾਦ ਨੂੰ ਮਾਣ ਦਿੰਦੇ ਹਾਂ, ਅਤੇ ਅਸੀਂ ਟ੍ਰਾਂਸ, ਨਾਨ-ਬਾਇਨਰੀ, ਟੂ-ਸਪਿਰਿਟ ਅਤੇ ਲਿੰਗ-ਵਿਭਿੰਨ ਲੋਕਾਂ ਨਾਲ ਏਕਤਾ ਵਿੱਚ ਖੜ੍ਹੇ ਹਾਂ। ਇਕੱਠੇ ਮਿਲ ਕੇ ਅਸੀਂ ਨਫ਼ਰਤ ਨੂੰ ਅਸਵੀਕਾਰ ਕਰਦੇ ਹਾਂ, ਅਤੇ ਇਹੋ ਜਿਹੇ ਭਵਿੱਖ ਲਈ ਕੰਮ ਕਰ ਰਹੇ ਹਾਂ ਜਿੱਥੇ ਹਰ ਕੋਈ ਆਪਣੀ ਪਛਾਣ ਅਨੁਸਾਰ ਜੀਵਨ ਬਿਤਾ ਸਕੇ।
在跨性别纪念日，我们缅怀那些因反跨性别的暴力而丧生的人，并支持和团结各地的跨性别、非二元性别、双灵和性别多元人士。让我们共同拒绝仇恨，努力创建一个人人都能活出真我的未来。
November 20, 2025 at 4:58 PM
在跨性别纪念日，我们缅怀那些因反跨性别的暴力而丧生的人，并支持和团结各地的跨性别、非二元性别、双灵和性别多元人士。让我们共同拒绝仇恨，努力创建一个人人都能活出真我的未来。
在跨性別紀念日，我們緬懷因反跨性別暴力而失去生命的人，並與跨性別、非二元性別、雙靈及性別多元者站在一起，表達支持與團結。我們共同拒絕仇恨，努力創造一個每個人都能活出真我的未來。
November 20, 2025 at 4:58 PM
在跨性別紀念日，我們緬懷因反跨性別暴力而失去生命的人，並與跨性別、非二元性別、雙靈及性別多元者站在一起，表達支持與團結。我們共同拒絕仇恨，努力創造一個每個人都能活出真我的未來。
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
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
ਅੱਜ, ਬੀ.ਸੀ. ਅਤੇ ਦੁਨੀਆ ਭਰ ਵਿੱਚ ਸਿੱਖ ਭਾਈਚਾਰੇ ਸ੍ਰੀ ਗੁਰੂ ਨਾਨਕ ਦੇਵ ਜੀ ਦਾ 556ਵਾਂ ਪ੍ਰਕਾਸ਼ ਪੁਰਬ ਮਨਾ ਰਹੇ ਹਨ। ਸਮਾਨਤਾ, ਹਮਦਰਦੀ ਅਤੇ ਸੇਵਾ ਬਾਰੇ ਉਨ੍ਹਾਂ ਦੀਆਂ ਸਿੱਖਿਆਵਾਂ ਅੱਜ ਵੀ ਲੋਕਾਂ ਨੂੰ ਪ੍ਰੇਰਿਤ ਕਰ ਰਹੀਆਂ ਹਨ।
ਸ੍ਰੀ ਗੁਰੂ ਨਾਨਕ ਦੇਵ ਜੀ ਦੇ ਗੁਰਪੁਰਬ ਦੀਆਂ ਲੱਖ ਲੱਖ ਵਧਾਈਆਂ! (2/2)
ਸ੍ਰੀ ਗੁਰੂ ਨਾਨਕ ਦੇਵ ਜੀ ਦੇ ਗੁਰਪੁਰਬ ਦੀਆਂ ਲੱਖ ਲੱਖ ਵਧਾਈਆਂ! (2/2)
November 5, 2025 at 4:53 PM
ਅੱਜ, ਬੀ.ਸੀ. ਅਤੇ ਦੁਨੀਆ ਭਰ ਵਿੱਚ ਸਿੱਖ ਭਾਈਚਾਰੇ ਸ੍ਰੀ ਗੁਰੂ ਨਾਨਕ ਦੇਵ ਜੀ ਦਾ 556ਵਾਂ ਪ੍ਰਕਾਸ਼ ਪੁਰਬ ਮਨਾ ਰਹੇ ਹਨ। ਸਮਾਨਤਾ, ਹਮਦਰਦੀ ਅਤੇ ਸੇਵਾ ਬਾਰੇ ਉਨ੍ਹਾਂ ਦੀਆਂ ਸਿੱਖਿਆਵਾਂ ਅੱਜ ਵੀ ਲੋਕਾਂ ਨੂੰ ਪ੍ਰੇਰਿਤ ਕਰ ਰਹੀਆਂ ਹਨ।
ਸ੍ਰੀ ਗੁਰੂ ਨਾਨਕ ਦੇਵ ਜੀ ਦੇ ਗੁਰਪੁਰਬ ਦੀਆਂ ਲੱਖ ਲੱਖ ਵਧਾਈਆਂ! (2/2)
ਸ੍ਰੀ ਗੁਰੂ ਨਾਨਕ ਦੇਵ ਜੀ ਦੇ ਗੁਰਪੁਰਬ ਦੀਆਂ ਲੱਖ ਲੱਖ ਵਧਾਈਆਂ! (2/2)
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)
Ever thought about fostering? Foster and kinship caregivers provide safe, stable homes and help kids stay connected to their families, communities, and cultures. Learn how you can make a difference: BCFosterParents.ca
November 4, 2025 at 11:31 PM
Ever thought about fostering? Foster and kinship caregivers provide safe, stable homes and help kids stay connected to their families, communities, and cultures. Learn how you can make a difference: BCFosterParents.ca
Caring for children is every society’s most important job. Foster and kinship caregivers play a vital role in helping young people stay connected to their families, communities and culture - while providing the care and stability they need.
Learn more: BCFosterParents.ca
Learn more: BCFosterParents.ca
November 3, 2025 at 11:33 PM
Caring for children is every society’s most important job. Foster and kinship caregivers play a vital role in helping young people stay connected to their families, communities and culture - while providing the care and stability they need.
Learn more: BCFosterParents.ca
Learn more: BCFosterParents.ca