Provincial housing webinars for local government staff

The Province has scheduled a series of webinars in January for local government staff to support implementation of Bills 44 (small scale multi-unit housing, planning reforms), 46 (development finance), and 47 (transit-oriented areas). Each webinar will include a presentation of technical details and legislative requirements and provide an opportunity to ask questions of subject matter experts.

BC releases primer on Distinction-Based Approach to relationships with Indigenous Peoples

Through the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act, the Province has adopted a distinctions-based approach to relationships with Indigenous Peoples (First Nation, Metis and Inuit) to advance reconciliation.

Statistics confirm devastating 2023 wildfire season

The provincial government has released its summary of the 2023 provincial wildfire season, confirming the record-setting level of destruction. This season saw more than 2.84 million hectares burned across BC, which is more than double the area of forest and land that was burned during any previous year on record.

Gentle Density Leaders Summit registration now open

The Gentle Density Leaders Summit is a gathering of more than 150 leaders and innovators in housing, planning, design, construction, real estate, and finance. Participants will explore emerging practices in policy and regulation, as well as proven approaches that encourage new development. The two-day gathering is hosted by Small Housing BC, January 24-25, 2024 in Vancouver.