Throne Speech Highlights; Flood and Wildfire Review; Major Projects Reviews

Focus on Affordability in Throne Speech

The Province of British Columbia opened a new session of parliament by highlighting commitments to address affordability through its housing strategy and new investments in childcare. The Honourable Judith Guichon read the Speech from the Throne yesterday. Read More

Changes Proposed for Major Projects Reviews

The federal government has announced it intention to streamline the review process for major natural resource projects. The proposed changes would see the replacement of the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act with the Impact Assessment Act and the National Energy Board with the Canadian Energy Regulator. Read More

Flood and Wildfire Review

The Government of B.C. has commissioned an independent, strategic review of flood and wildfire practices in the province. With a focus on the 2017 flood and wildfire season, the review will provide recommendations for the future. The website for the review is now open and will be receiving submissions until the end of March 2018. Read More

Changes Proposed to Fisheries Act

On February 6, the federal government announced amendments to the Fisheries Act that would restore protections for fish and fish habitats that were removed in 2012. Read More

February 14, 2018