UBCM to host second Housing Summit

UBCM is hosting a housing summit for local governments on February 13-14 at the Westin Bayshore in Vancouver, and online. The summit will focus on the continuing crisis in housing affordability and attainability, and consider the effects of recent provincial legislation that has introduced fundamental changes to BC’s housing system.

Local Government RCMP Committee Appointments

UBCM is seeking to appoint local government representatives from RCMP-policed jurisdictions to the Local Government Contract Management Committee (LGCMC). There are four vacancies that are required to be filled by local government elected officials or staff members.

Winter Weather Recommendations to Support Homeless Populations

The BC Health Effects of Anomalous Temperatures Coordinating Committee (BC Heat Committee) has released public health recommendations to reduce the impact of exposure to winter weather on people experiencing homelessness in British Columbia.

Local Government Leadership Forum happening in two weeks

Immediately following the Electoral Area Directors Forum is the 2024 Local Government Leadership Association Forum, January 31-February 2 in Richmond. The program aims to inspire, empower and connect local government and First Nations elected officials, and senior staff. Registration is open until January 29, or until event capacity is reached. Cost per delegate is $495 plus GST, and includes social, networking opportunities, refreshments throughout the three days.

Nominations open for the 2024 Heritage BC Awards

Celebrate the outstanding achievements and best practices that have impacted and strengthened heritage as a valued cultural resource in your community. Heritage BC recognizes projects in categories including: conservation (includes small but mighty award for small-scale projects); education; communications and awareness; planning and management; Indigenous and diverse cultures: reconciliation, redress, and expanded recognition; individuals or groups in volunteer and professional achievement. Nominations close February 9, 2024.