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Premier David Eby has issued the following statement marking the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia:
Premier’s, ministers’, parliamentary secretary’s statements on Moose Hide Campaign Day
Premier David Eby has issued the following statement on Moose Hide Campaign Day:
New lien rules support B.C. service providers
New rules will make it easier for businesses to collect debts for services they provide to repair, store or transport goods.
Minister’s, parliamentary secretary’s statement on Red Dress Day
Christine Boyle, Minister of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation, and Jennifer Blatherwick, parliamentary secretary for gender equity, have released the following statement in honour of Red Dress Day and the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and 2SLGBTQIA+ People.
Parliamentary secretary’s statement about Prevention of Violence Against Women Week
Jennifer Blatherwick, parliamentary secretary for gender equity, has released the following statement in recognition of Prevention of Violence Against Women Week:
B.C. eliminates carbon tax
The B.C. government is cancelling the carbon tax by introducing legislation to drop the rate to $0, effective Tuesday, April 1, 2025.
Parliamentary secretary’s statement on Transgender Day of Visibility
Jennifer Blatherwick, parliamentary secretary for gender equity, has released the following statement in honour of Transgender Day of Visibility:
No carbon tax in B.C. as of April 1, 2025
People will see immediate savings through the elimination of the consumer carbon tax in British Columbia.
Advancing the relationship on emergency management with the First Nations Leadership Council, Government of Canada, and Government of British Columbia
From Indigenous Services Canada: https://www.canada.ca/en/indigenous-services-canada/news/2025/03/advancing-the-relationship-on-emergency-management-with-the-first-nations-leadership-council-government-of-canada-and-government-of-british-columbia.html
Parliamentary secretary’s statement on Two-Spirit Celebration and Awareness Day
Jennifer Blatherwick, parliamentary secretary for gender equity, has released the following statement in honour of Two-Spirit Celebration and Awareness Day:
Premier’s statement on carbon tax increase
Premier David Eby has issued the following statement about the future of the carbon tax in British Columbia:
Premier’s, parliamentary secretary’s statements on International Women’s Day
Premier David Eby has released the following statement marking International Women’s Day:
Standing strong for B.C.: Budget prepares to defend British Columbians
The provincial government has released Budget 2025: Standing Strong for B.C., a measured plan to protect jobs and the public services people rely on, while preparing British Columbia’s economy to withstand the unpredictable impacts of unjustified tariffs.
Do your taxes, get benefits
Every year, thousands of people in B.C. leave money on the table by not claiming the benefits for which they are eligible.
Premier’s, minister’s, parliamentary secretary’s, MLA’s statements on the Women’s Memorial March
Premier David Eby has issued the following statement in honour of the annual Women’s Memorial March:
Amid global uncertainty, minister meets with economic forecast council
The impacts of potential U.S. tariffs are adding uncertainty to the global and domestic outlook, but private-sector forecasters indicate British Columbia is well positioned to take on whatever comes next.
B.C. provides economic assessment of Trump’s tariff threat
As B.C. continues to fight against threatened United States tariffs of 25% on all Canadian imports, the Province has done a preliminary assessment of potential impacts to the B.C. economy of a trade war with the United States.
Renter’s tax credit, homeowner grant help people get ahead
Whether they rent or own, people in B.C. may be eligible for help with their housing costs in 2025.
Cost-of-living supports help with holiday expenses
Eligible people will get some help with their holiday bills with benefits and credits arriving in the new year.
New measures in place will boost home construction
New actions are being implemented to help more people find affordable homes in the communities where they live and work.