UBCM will no longer seek intervenor status on a court case between the provincial government and the Harm Reduction Nurses Association (HRNA) concerning Bill 34, Restricting Public Consumption of Illegal Substances Act.
In May, the federal government amended the Controlled Drug…
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UBCM is seeking staff representatives from small and mid-size communities for a liquor policy working group. The group is a venue for local governments to raise issues and concerns, provide feedback, and engage with the Province about the development of liquor policy.
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UBCM staff will be available to discuss funding programs during Convention. Appointments are available with staff from the Canada Community-Building Fund and Local Government Program Services.
UBCM members are encouraged to book an appointment to meet UBCM staff and to…
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On April 2, 2024, the Local Government RCMP Contract Management Committee (LGCMC) met with provincial government and BC RCMP representatives to discuss issues related to the Municipal Police Unit Agreements, and policing more broadly in British Columbia. Key issues discussed at…
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On Monday, July 15, 2024, the Province enacted new plastic waste regulations. These regulations aim to limit the amount of plastic waste entering landfills and reduce the environmental impact of microplastics through additional prohibitions on single-use plastics.
Under the…
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The Ministry of Emergency Management and Climate Readiness (EMCR) has released a summary of input received to its 2023 discussion paper, BC’s Modernized Emergency Management Legislation: Regulations for Local Authorities. Responses from local governments, emergency management…
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The Province of B.C. has decided that it will not bring into force legislation presently to establish shelter criteria when local governments seek injunctions for decampment.
Bill 45, which received Royal Assent last fall, amended the Community Charter and Vancouver Charter to…
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BC Hydro has announced a new incentive program that will offer rebates for the installation of rooftop solar and battery-storage systems in residential, commercial and institutional buildings. Beginning in July 2024, the program will provide up to $10,000 rebates for homeowners…
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Local governments are invited to provide feedback on the quality of provincial consultation regarding treaty and non-treaty agreements in BC.
UBCM and the Province have a longstanding MOU commits the Province to consult directly with affected local governments for…
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Program information for the 2025 intake of the FireSmart Community Funding and Supports program has been posted. Applications can be submitted starting October 1, 2024. UBCM staff will host a webinar for applicants to learn about changes for the 2025 program on July 30, and…