CANADA, July 10 - More people throughout the province will have access to a service that helps resolve family law matters earlier. Building on existing family justice services, the early resolution process aims to build knowledge, support problem solving …
CANADA, July 3 - Mable Elmore, Parliamentary Secretary for Anti-Racism Initiatives, has released the following statement in celebration of Latin American Heritage Month: “July is Latin American Heritage Month in B.C. and a chance for us to recognize and …
CANADA, July 2 - The Government of British Columbia has appointed two new judges to the Provincial Court to support consistent and timely access to justice. The new judges appointed to the Provincial Court are: Parveen Nijjar (effective July 25, 2024); …
CANADA, June 21 - Niki Sharma, Attorney General, has released the following statement on the Province’s civil claim on ‘forever chemicals’: “The Province of British Columbia has taken the lead in Canada in prosecuting civil damages claims against …
CANADA, June 3 - People from diverse backgrounds with an interest in dismantling systemic racism and advancing racial equity are encouraged to apply to be members of the Provincial Committee on Anti-Racism. The Province is accepting expressions of …
CANADA, June 3 - Employees will benefit from new protections when bringing forward concerns about serious wrongdoing as the scope of the Public Interest Disclosure Act (PIDA) expands to public post-secondary institutions. “Expanding PIDA to public post- …
CANADA, May 30 - People in B.C. who witness or experience a racist incident can now call a new helpline to receive trauma-informed, culturally appropriate support in more than 240 languages. The Racist Incident Helpline is a toll-free, accessible service …
CANADA, May 6 - More than 30 B.C. sheriffs were awarded for their service at the celebration of the 50th anniversary of the BC Sheriff Service on May 4, 2024. The Peace Officer Exemplary Service medal recognizes peace officers who have a long record of …
CANADA, May 1 - Premier David Eby has issued the following statement marking Jewish Heritage Month: “Jewish Heritage Month is an opportunity to remember and honour the countless contributions Jewish Canadians have made in building our province. “For more …
CANADA, May 1 - Niki Sharma, Attorney General, and Mable Elmore, Parliamentary Secretary for Anti-Racism Initiatives, have released the following statement marking Asian Heritage Month: "May is Asian Heritage Month in B.C. and a chance for us to …
CANADA, April 27 - Mable Elmore, Parliamentary Secretary of Anti-Racism Initiatives, has released the following statement in celebration of Lapu-Lapu Day: “As the proud daughter of Filipino immigrants and the first Filipino elected to the B.C. legislature …
CANADA, April 26 - Print British Columbia News https://news.gov.bc.ca/30776 Updated on April 26, 2024 Shelley Lopez has been appointed for a three-year term as chair of the Civil Resolution Tribunal (CRT) following a merit-based recruitment process. The …
CANADA, April 11 - Cheryl Casimer, political executive, First Nations Summit – “We continue to bear witness to the offensive and unacceptable impacts of interpersonal and systemic racism against First Nations people in B.C. This long overdue legislation, …
CANADA, April 10 - Nancy Merrill, KC, lawyer, mediator and family arbitrator, Merrill, Long & Co; past president, The Law Society – “For years, I have seen people struggle to find services and support in our legal system. So, I particularly welcome …
CANADA, April 10 - New legislation will help keep kids safe and focused on their education by preventing disruptive behaviour, including aggressive protests, on school grounds. “While everyone has a right to freedom of expression, disrupting or scaring …
CANADA, April 5 - The Government of British Columbia has appointed two new Provincial Court judges to support timely and efficient access to justice. Judges are a vital component of any democratic justice system. They are relied on for their integrity and …
CANADA, April 3 - Niki Sharma, Attorney General, has released the following statement in celebration of Sikh Heritage Month: “Since 2017, April has been marked as Sikh Heritage Month in B.C. to honour the invaluable contributions Sikhs have made to our …
CANADA, April 3 - More than 60 organizations have received funding to support projects designed to counter racism and promote inclusivity throughout the province. The B.C. Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Grants program is providing $310,000 to support …
CANADA, March 22 - Nearly 80 people and organizations were nominated for the 2024 B.C. Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Awards, honouring their efforts to combat racism and create a more inclusive B.C. “Whether it is the rise in Islamophobia or …
CANADA, March 21 - Premier David Eby has issued the following statement marking International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination: “For many people in British Columbia, racism and discrimination is an awful reality. “Today and every day, our …
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