Engagement Summary BC Parks held an information session on camping reservations in Golden Ears Park on Friday, November 29. The purpose of the session was to provide the public with information about camping reservations in Golden Ears Park, share the results of a survey BC Parks completed this summer and highlight improvements coming for summer …
Engagement Summary We asked for your thoughts on changes to employment standards to support people who need time away from work after facing domestic or sexual violence. This builds on the unpaid, job-protected leave government brought in spring, 2019. Before, workers trying to escape domestic or sexual violence had no job protections under the employment …
Engagement Summary The Provincial Court Family Rules (the rules) are used to manage cases and resolve issues within the jurisdiction of the provincial court (parenting arrangements, child support, contact with a child, guardianship of a child and spousal support). The rules also apply to enforcement of child and spousal support under the Family Maintenance Enforcement …
What was this engagement about? The Province, in partnership with Squamish and Líl̓wat Nations, is working with local government and stakeholder groups to understand the diversity of values, interests, and concerns to guide future recreation management in the Sea to Sky Natural Resource District. Several recreation hotspots have been identified as specific project areas. …
Engagement Summary The Environmental Assessment Office (EAO) developed a new Reviewable Projects Regulation (RPR) to replace the current RPR. This regulation sets out the criteria for determining which projects should be reviewable and required to undergo an environmental assessment (EA). EAs are conducted across Canada by provinces, territories and the federal government to assist in …
What was this engagement about? The Ministry of Transportation is working with the Metro Vancouver Mayors’ Task Force, Indigenous groups, TransLink, local municipalities, and key stakeholders to develop and evaluate crossing options and is planning for interim improvements as a first phase to help alleviate congestion on Highway 99. The Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure …
What was this engagement about? The Government of British Columbia is increasing its capacity to combat money laundering and other financial crimes that are affecting our sustainable economy. The public was asked provide feedback on the implementation of a registry of beneficial owners of private B.C. companies. A central registry would be the next …
What was this engagement about? British Columbia offers an unparalleled diversity of landscapes and endless opportunities for outdoor recreation. Trails are the fundamental means to explore and enjoy these spectacular and unique natural amenities and are integral to the landscape and enable meaningful connections between people and nature. Adopted in 2013, the Trails Strategy for …
Engagement Summary Over the past year, government has updated legislation to revitalize the Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR) and Agricultural Land Commission (ALC). These legislative changes aim to further encourage farming and ranching in British Columbia and strengthen the independence of the ALC so it can better fulfill its mandate of encouraging farming and protecting farmland. …
Engagement Summary There are more than 926,000 British Columbians over the age of 15 with some form of disability. This represents nearly 25% of the population. As the population ages, the number of people with disabilities and the severity of their disabilities are likely to increase. The B.C. Government is committed to developing new laws, …
