My Ministry remains committed to helping students by removing barriers to education by funding initiatives and programs to empower Indigenous students to access post-secondary education. 

Lorena Bishop, executive director, Federation of B.C. Youth in Care Networks –

"Our organization was formed by youth in care and former youth in care who understood the importance that supports, connections and a sense of family play in their lives. The Provincial Tuition Waiver Program is vital because post-secondary education and training support young people who've been in care to improve their lives and reach their full potential."

Mass Timber Action Plan was launched, and four new projects were announced. 

We know how important a sustainable forest industry is for our province, and we need to manage our forests to ensure they are there for future generations.

Through our new Mass Timber Action Plan, we will further drive innovation and growth in this sector.

This means new opportunities for jobs, growth and innovation in every part of the province and additional potential for rural and First Nations communities.

Single-step certification will protect the right to join a union.
 

Through the pandemic, we’ve seen that many people want to make their workplaces safer, have a say about their work schedules, and negotiate better wages and benefits.

Single-step certification will allow workers to form a union when a clear majority of all workers indicate they wish to do so – without the threat of employer interference or intimidation. 

When workers have a free choice to join a union, it raises the standard of living and helps build a strong middle class.

For more information: https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2022LBR0006-000485

Province to increase housing, services near transit hubs 
 

We’re introducing amendments that will boost transit-oriented development, allowing us to build new housing and services near transit hubs.

These changes will help us address some of our key priorities, such as new housing, job creation, livable communities, affordability for families and more.

“Public transit isn’t just about getting from A to B; it’s also about building greener and more liveable communities. We will increase the affordable housing and services integrated into our significant investments in transit,” said Rob Fleming, Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure.

For more information: https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2022TRAN0030-000492