Community Excellence Awards deadline May 19

Applications are now being accepted for UBCM’s 2023 Community Excellence Awards. The awards recognize and celebrate UBCM members that have implemented projects or programs that demonstrate excellence in meeting the purposes of local government in B.C. The application deadline is May 19, 2023.

A conversation with Dr. Bonnie Henry on elected leadership & mental health

Local Leaders for Mental Health (LLMH) – a new forum for local government elected officials to convene on mental health issues and share resources to support their own mental health – is pleased to host Dr. Bonnie Henry for its first online event. Mayors, councillors and electoral area directors across British Columbia are invited to join in this important conversation and learn more about the initiative.

Heat preparedness webinar

UBCM and the Province will be hosting a heat preparedness webinar from 2:00 – 3:00 pm on May 23, 2023. Interested local elected officials and staff members are asked to RSVP by May 19.

The application deadline for the Extreme Temperature Risk Mapping, Assessment and Planning funding stream is June 2, 2023. This program supports eligible applicants to ensure they have accurate knowledge of the risks associated with extreme temperatures and how these risks will change over time. The fund also supports the development of effective response plans and strategies. For more information, contact the program’s administrator.

Local Government Awareness Week: May 14-20

Next week, all BC local governments are invited to build public awareness of local government roles and encourage participation in local government processes. Local Government Awareness Week is an initiative of UBCM, CivicInfo BC and the Ministry of Municipal Affairs.

2024 dog and cat tags are now available for purchase online. UBCM has negotiated a discounted group rate with our supplier to provide savings for all participating members.