Over the next six weeks, British Columbians have the opportunity to share their perspective on the path to raising B.C.’s minimum wage to $15 an hour. The Fair Wages Commission is seeking input on the timing of wage increases for …
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MSP Task Force to advise on eliminating premiums
The Province has established a task force of experts to advise the government on eliminating Medical Services Plan (MSP) premiums within four years, Finance Minister Carole James announced today. “People know that MSP premiums are unfair and place significant burden on …
Keeping motorists safe and goods moving on the Alex Fraser Bridge this winter
Starting early in the New Year, the Alex Fraser Bridge will be safer and more reliable, thanks to a new cable collar system that the British Columbia government will install. “Our government is making investments that will make life easier …
New government ends era of ‘big money’ in politics
The Government of British Columbia has introduced legislation to put an end to big money in politics and put people back at the heart of government decision-making. “We’re reforming campaign finance rules to make sure government’s actions and decisions benefit …
Wage increase for B.C.’s lowest-paid workers effective today
Minister of Labour Harry Bains has issued the following statement today: “Beginning today, B.C.’s lowest-paid workers will see an increase to their hourly wage by 50 cents, bringing their wage up to $11.35 an hour and up to $10.10 for those …
Building a Better BC for Everyone
British Columbia’s new government has released a budget update that puts people first, Finance Minister Carole James announced today. The balanced Budget 2017 Update forecasts a surplus of $246 million in 2017-18 and takes key first steps to improve affordability, …
Statement from John Horgan and the New Democrat caucus on the occasion of Eid Al-Fitr
VICTORIA– New Democrat Leader John Horgan and multiculturalism spokesperson Bruce Ralston (Surrey-Whalley) issued the following statement celebrating Eid al-Fitr: “On behalf of the B.C. New Democrat caucus, we extend best wishes to all who are celebrating Eid al-Fitr to mark the …
‘Inevitable’ demise for many manufactured homes in Surrey
From left, Roz Bailey, Annabelle Bentley and Dianna Weys of Fleetwood’s Green Tree Estates. (Photo: Amy Reid) ‘Inevitable’ demise for many manufactured homes in Surrey Surrey MLA says such homes should be preserved and would be ‘huge loss to affordable …
Christy Clark’s “Forget Everything” budget can’t erase years of neglect, says Horgan
VICTORIA— Christy Clark’s “Forget Everything” pre-election budget is cold comfort to people after a decade and a half of government neglect, says B.C. Official Opposition Leader John Horgan. “Christy Clark made life worse for ordinary families. And now that an election is coming she wants …
Speaking in the BC Legislature on Standing Order 35 – Islamophobia and systemic racism
Harry Bains, MLA for Surrey-Newton speaking in the BC Legislature on Standing Order 35 – Islamophobia and Systemic Racism. “We also send a reminder to each one of us that together, we can build a better Canada, a Canada …