Engagement Summary Ranchers and abattoir operators in British Columbia are contributing to improve rural food supply and food security in the province, as part of ongoing government efforts to increase livestock production and processing in rural communities. The policy changes will also increase economic opportunities and strengthen B.C.’s provincial food system. Policy changes shared with …
Engagement Summary On June 19, 2020, B.C. Health Minister Adrian Dix appointed Dr. Mary Ellen Turpel-Lafond to lead an independent review into allegations of racism in the province’s health care system. The purpose of the review was to inquire into and report on alleged incidents of Indigenous-specific racism in emergency departments in B.C., situated and …
Engagement Summary The Province of British Columbia and the City of Vancouver are working together to have Vancouver’s Chinatown designated a United Nations Education, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage site. As part of this, the Province and the City committed to establishing a Chinese Canadian Museum. The Minister of State for Trade George …
What was this engagement about? The proposed project included 1.7 kilometres of road widening and realignment to accommodate installation of median barrier, as well as wider paved shoulders, roadside barrier and improvements to the Finlayson Arm intersection. The proposed project also included elements to improve the safety and experience for BC Park users, such as …
Engagement Summary Our ferries are integral to our coastal communities and essential to moving goods across the province and strengthening our economy. It is vital that this service works well for the many British Columbians who rely on ferry travel, whether it is part of a daily commute, or getting away for the weekend. We …
Engagement Summary The Steering Committee on Modernization of Health Professional Regulation has collected public feedback to help it make recommendations for how British Columbia’s Health Professions Act should be modernized. This Act governs the regulatory colleges that oversee regulation of health professionals in our province. The steering committee is guided by three key objectives: 1. …
What was this engagement about? The Office of the Senior’s Advocate was interested in learning more about your experiences regarding the impact of living with the visit restrictions in long-term and assisted living that have been required in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. How can my contribution make a difference? The information gathered from …
Engagement Summary The Government of British Columbia is increasing its capacity to combat money laundering and other financial crimes that are affecting our sustainable economy. People were asked to provide feedback on potentially developing a new regulatory framework for money services businesses in British Columbia. Currently, money services businesses are required to register with the …
What was this engagement about? The virtual townhalls gave British Columbians the opportunity to ask questions about BC’s Restart Plan and what it would look like moving forward. Our priority was to keep British Columbians safe and informed about the COVID-19 pandemic. How will my contribution make a difference? The Townhall panel answered questions …
Renseignez-vous sur cette consultation en français. Engagement Summary In September 2019, the governments of Canada and British Columbia established the Expert Panel on the Future of Housing Supply and Affordability. The Panel was tasked with examining housing trends for rental and homeownership and developing actionable recommendations to help British Columbians have access to housing that …
