The COVID-19 pandemic has challenged and changed our province. Across B.C., we have been touched by job loss and change, health concerns, worries about how our families and communities can cope, and increasing uncertainty about the future. We’ve made progress because of our commitment to supporting each other and coming together as a community to …
What was this engagement about? Telkwa Coal Limited proposed to construct and operate the Tenas Coal project, an open pit coal mine with an estimated production rate of 750,000 tonnes of metallurgical coal per year and an expected lifespan of 25 years. The public was invited to comment on the draft Application Information …
Engagement Summary The Royal BC Museum is one of B.C.’s greatest cultural icons, drawing millions of visitors each year onsite and online. It offers visitors the chance to explore our social and environmental history and discover the events and people that have shaped our province. On Feb. 12, 2019, the speech from the throne announced …
What was this engagement about? The Ministry of Education was interested in learning more about your experiences regarding the possible impact of COVID-19 on your child’s learning. The Ministry asked for both parents and students to complete a survey asking for their personal feedback. How can my contribution make a difference? The information gathered assessed …
What was this engagement about? On March 28, 2019, Cheslatta Carrier Nation and the provincial government signed a Settlement Agreement to address the historic impacts of the Kenney Dam and Nechako Reservoir on the Cheslatta people. The Settlement Agreement, along with a forward looking Interim Reconciliation Agreement, will support Cheslatta’s social and economic well-being and …
Between April and July 2020, British Columbians were able to join MLAs and health authority representatives to answer COVID-19 questions at various townhalls on several topics. If you missed the townhalls, you can still watch them on the Province of B.C.’s YouTube channel or using the links to the specific regions and topics below. Engagement …
Engagement Summary The ministry is conducting a planning study to investigate and identify the future transportation needs of Highway 97 between Lodge Road and Duck Lake in Lake Country. The study will recommend a long-term infrastructure strategy to improve safety and traffic flow along this segment of Highway 97. Special consideration will be given to …
What was this engagement about? The B.C.-wide population health survey gathered valuable information about how COVID-19 impacted the health and well-being of the people of B.C. The survey asked questions about: whether you’ve experienced COVID-19-related illness, actions you’ve taken to prevent COVID-19, the challenges you have faced during this pandemic and your overall wellbeing. At …
Engagement Summary The Ministry of Health is proposing amendments to the Public Health Act and new regulations under the Tobacco and Vapour Products Control Act to address the rise in youth vaping in British Columbia. Citizens were asked to consult the Vapour Products Intentions Paper prior to submitting written feedback to the Ministry. For more …
