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More small-scale, multi-unit homes coming to B.C., zoning barriers removed
The province is introducing new housing legislation to deliver more small-scale, multi-unit housing for people, including townhomes, triplexes and laneway homes, and fix outdated zoning rules to help build more homes faster.
Constructing mostly high-rise condo towers or single-family homes means B.C. isn’t building enough small-scale multi-unit homes that fit into existing neighbourhoods and give people more housing options that are within reach.
The proposed legislation and forthcoming regulations will permit one secondary suite or one laneway home (accessory dwelling unit) in all communities throughout B.C.
Read more: https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2023PREM0062-001706
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“BC is set to empower internationally educated professionals” and other things people are saying about our government’s new credential recognition legislation
On October 23, Minister of State for Workforce Development Andrew Mercier announced new credential recognition legislation to make it easier for skilled professionals who move to B.C. to put their skills to good-use and fill in-demand jobs.
“Introducing fairness, transparency, efficiency and accountability to the recognition of foreign credentials in critical professions will go a long way to opening up a whole new pool of human talent for B.C. businesses. It will allow new immigrants to put their skills to good use, drive productivity and economic success, while also generating tax revenue to deliver critical public services.” - Fiona Famulak, President & CEO BC Chamber of Commerce
“This is such great news! Thank you [Premier Eby] and [Minister of State Mercier] for being willing to tackle this complex, but important, work. The positive impact on immigrants as well as BC economy and society at large will be enormous.”- Olga Stachova, M.O.S.I.A.C.
Read more: https://bcndpcaucus.ca/news
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BC Hydro continues to keep rates low, below inflation
Families and businesses in British Columbia will continue to see affordable, stable electricity rates under BC Hydro’s latest application to the B.C. Utilities Commission (BCUC).
For the sixth consecutive year, BC Hydro is applying for a rate increase below the rate of inflation.
BC Hydro is applying to the BCUC for a 2.3% rate increase that would take effect on April 1, 2024. If approved, it would add approximately $2 per month to the average residential customer’s bill.
Read more: https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2023EMLI0062-001683
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Increased wages recognize early childhood educators’ vital role
Early childhood educators (ECEs) will receive another hourly raise, starting on Jan. 1, 2024, to support the essential work they do to educate and care for young children.
Eligible ECEs working at participating licensed child care facilities will receive a $2-per-hour raise in January 2024, based on hours worked in December 2023, on top of the existing $4-per-hour raise.
This government-funded raise is the most recent in a series of increases to the ECE Wage Enhancement, bringing the total raise to $6 per hour and increasing the median wage for ECEs up to approximately $28 per hour.
Read more: https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2023ECC0079-001671
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Celebrate advocates for anti-racism, multiculturalism
People throughout B.C. are encouraged to submit nominations for annual awards that recognize outstanding work in strengthening multiculturalism and fighting racism.
Nominations will open on Nov. 1, 2023, for the B.C. Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Awards, recognizing individuals and organizations in British Columbia that are working to enrich inclusion and cultural diversity, or actively reducing racism and discrimination in their communities.
The call for nominations will close at 11:59 p.m. (Pacific time) on Nov. 29, 2023.
Read more: https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2023AG0057-001673
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As always, if you have any questions or concerns about any provincial issue, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We are here to help you.
My office can be reached at (604) 775-0565 or Anne.Kang.MLA@leg.bc.ca.
Sincerely,
Anne Kang, MLA
Burnaby-Deer Lake
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Provincial Government Resources
Visit gov.bc.ca/getvaccinated for your influenza and COVID-19 vaccination info
Call 811 for free-of-charge provincial health information and advice.
Call 211 for free, confidential, multilingual service that links people to resources for help. Burnaby Family Doctor Resources
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