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High-speed internet coming to remote Vancouver Island communities People in the west Vancouver Island communities of Toquaht Nation and Salmon Beach will soon be getting better access to high-speed internet.

Over 400 households in Toquaht Nation and Salmon Beach will unlock digital opportunities through faster, reliable internet service. Over $2 million from the province, federal govt and CityWest takes us closer to connecting every community in B.C.

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Fast and reliable internet will soon be available for over 400 households in Toquaht Nation and Salmon Beach - unlocking opportunities for education, healthcare and economic growth.

Learn more about this new connectivity funding: #ConnectingBC #StrongerBC

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🧬Healthcare innovation doesn't just improve outcomes, it saves lives!
With nearly half of BCers expected to face cancer in their lifetime, our new $2.83 million investment in digital pathology tolls provides faster, more equal access to medical testing, especially for rural & remote communities.
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B.C. boosts tax credit for developers of video games, virtual reality simulators VICTORIA — The British Columbia government is boosting a tax credit to help developers of video games like Electronic Arts hire additional staff and invest money locally.

We want to keep growing our tech sector to create even more opportunity for British Columbians.

The changes we've made will help employ more than 20,000 people in B.C. and add more than $1 billion to the province’s gross domestic product every year.

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Women and gender-diverse people face unique health challenges that are often overlooked – like #menopause. That’s why the new Complex Menopause Clinic at BC Women’s Hospital is such a welcome step towards advancing more compassionate care, right here in B.C. (1/2) @j-blatherwick-mla.bsky.social

As rents and new home prices come down across B.C. we are working on reducing costs so we can continue to see new housing supply.

Last week we announced deferral of Development Cost Charges for new homes.

This week B.C. Hydro stepping up to lower costs and expedite new connections.🙌🏾

Hate has absolutely no place in B.C.

Our government is taking action through expanded funding for our B.C. RCMP Hate Crimes Unit.

This investment ensures enhanced investigations, stronger support for victims, and reaffirms our commitment to building a safer and more inclusive province for all.

We’ve heard from homebuilders across B.C. - they want to build homes, but rising costs are a challenge. Today, we’re making it easier to get homes built by development costs to occupancy with a 25% deposit up front.

Lowering the costs of building much needed homes across BC🙌🏾

When I spend time with our Wildland Fighters, I see the passion, the grit, the determination. These teams are motivated by dedication.

They’re dedicated to protecting you, your family, your community, & our forests.

On this Wildland Firefighters Day, let’s thank them.

#BCWildfire #BCWS

Hope you all had a very Happy Canada Day! Thank you to Faith Fellowship Baptist Church for hosting such a wonderful event to celebrate ❤️🍁

This week we are celebrating everything that makes our country the place we love to call home.

Canada is great – not because we are perfect, but because we always want to do better.

We are strong, proud, free – and we are going to keep it that way.

Have a happy Canada Day week 🇨🇦

Canadians living with disabilities shouldn’t have to pay thousands to access the federal Disability Tax Credit. The Government of Canada funds 3 not-for-profits in B.C. to offer free, one-on-one help with DTC applications and other benefits

@disaballiancebc.bsky.social

#CanadaDisabilityBenefit

Connectivity is so important – not only for accessing healthcare and education services but for community empowerment. Congrats Taku River Tlingit First Nation and Atlin!

Proud that BC is part of bringing high-speed internet to the Taku River Tlingit First Nation and Atlin – the first community in Northern Canada to receive 1 Gbps internet speed!

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Our government is focused on delivering real solutions for the priorities of British Columbians.

The contrast to the far-right antics of the Conservatives could not be more stark.

Had a great time filming with @joanphillipndp.bsky.social and Fairchild Media Group!

Canada Day is right around the corner, and I'm so glad that we had the opportunity to shine some light on Vancouver's historic and bustling Chinatown.

#BCPoli #CanadaDay #MLAsRecommendCanadaDay

Today, we celebrate the rich histories, traditions and cultures of Indigenous Peoples.

Today is also a call to action to learn from the past and stand up against anti-Indigenous racism, including residential school denialism.

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Tomorrow is National Indigenous Peoples Day, I encourage all British Columbians to join the many celebrations honouring Indigenous cultures, traditions, languages and histories.
#NIPD #NIPD2025 #NationalIndigenousPeoplesDay

We all want people to have nutritious, healthy #food. To help, we fund Farmers Market Nutrition Coupons, so #lowincome folks from more than 8,500 households can purchase fresh, nutritious & #locally grown food at more than 100 BC #farmersmarkets

@lanapopham.bsky.social @georgeandersonbc.bsky.social

A brand-new long-term care home is coming to #FortStJohn to support seniors in #NorthernBC. 🏥

Plans include:
✅ 84 new beds
✅ Private single bedrooms and bathrooms
✅ Social and recreational spaces
✅ 30-space adult day program

@josieosborne.bsky.social

Intervenor-supported communication in action: A deafblind community member and an intervenor share a moment using tactile sign language during a community event supported by Wavefront Centre for Communication Accessibility.

A man and woman sit facing each other, smiling and using tactile sign language to communicate. Other participants in the background are also engaged in various forms of communication during a community gathering.

Ryan reading magnified text on a computer screen.

June is #DeafblindAwarenessMonth. We’re proud to fund over $1.8mil since 2022 to support #intervenerservices helping more people who are #deafblind connect to their communities & services they need. Thank you to CNIB Deaf Blind Community Services & the Wavefront Centre for leading this vital work.

Canadian provinces, including Ontario, Alberta and BC have experienced an increase in extortion crimes in recent years. I’m asking Prime Minister Mark Carney and his government to take action to designate groups engaged in extortion and related crimes as terrorist entities under the Criminal Code.

It was great to explore and connect with the people of Campbell River! My colleagues @kellyrichmondbc.bsky.social @josieosborne.bsky.social @mlajroutledge.bsky.social and I learned a lot from job creators both large and small, from local restaurants and Discovery Passage Aquarium to Seawise!

Growing our trade with Asia is one of the keys to becoming Canada's new economic engine.

We are making the most of our geographic advantage to attract investments and good jobs right here in BC.

British Columbia has deep ties with Gyeonggi Province and strong relationships with partners like Samsung.

We are working together to strengthen our sustainable economy and support jobs and the communities that depend on them

Everyone deserves equitable access to strong public services, but too many people are left behind due to systemic racism. Since 2022, the Anti-Racism Data Committee has helped us make progress towards a more equitable province. #AntiRacism #EndRacism

New research shows more anti-racism work needed Key findings from three research priorities identified by B.C.’s Anti-Racism Data Committee reveal the need for greater equity and diversity within the BC Public Service, some progress has been made i...

We’re releasing the latest research statistics to advance our anti-racism work and create a more equitable province for racialized and Indigenous people. Together, we’re tackling systemic racism and building a #StrongerBC. #AntiRacism #EndRacism news.gov.bc.ca/32401

Despite economic challenges, BC leads Canada with 13,000 new jobs in May:

✅67,000 FT jobs this year (#1 province for growth)
✅8,900 private sector jobs
✅+11,000 women's employment
✅23,800 construction jobs
✅11,100 professional, scientific & tech services

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Muslim communities will be gathering today to celebrate Eid al-Adha.

Being the time of Hajj, this day is a reminder of the importance of sharing, gratitude and caring for others – values we all share as British Columbians.

Eid Mubarak!

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BC's Racist Incident Helpline is making a real difference in the lives of people experiencing racism.

Over 800 calls received in the first year with 94% of callers expressing they felt their needs were met.

The toll-free helpline is available at 1 833 457-5463 (1 833 HLP-LINE).