The Province of BC has announced a new Rural Economic Diversification and Infrastructure Program to support BC communities. UBCM President Jen Ford indicated her support for the program noting that “UBCM has long advocated for additional funding assistance to help local…
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The Department of Fisheries and Oceans will be hosting a virtual engagement session for local governments to review the draft framework for the development of a Net Pen Transition Plan for salmon aquaculture. A virtual engagement session will take place Friday,…
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The provincial government has released an intentions paper that explores options to mitigate the effects of flooding. Stakeholders, including local governments, have until January 6, 2023, to provide feedback. Input will help inform the BC Flood Strategy, which the Province of B…
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The Electoral Area Directors’ Forum will not be held in Winter 2023, as many UBCM members will be attending the Local Government Leadership Academy’s Elected Official Seminars. These Seminars are designed for all elected officials and senior management staff. The next…
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The Ministry of Agriculture and Food has provided a list of resources to support farmers and local governments with agricultural land.
The Guide for Bylaw Development in Farming Areas (updated 2020) addresses recent changes to provincial legislation and other minor…
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The provincial government has announced that a second intake of the connectivity funding program, Connecting Communities BC, will open for applications on December 16, 2022 at 9:00 am PST, and will close on February 15, 2023 at 2:00 pm PST. Eligible applicants include internet…
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Each month we provide an update on UBCM funding programs and information on other programs, events, and resources that may be of interest to local governments and First Nations.
Local Government Program Services
Applications are currently being accepted for the following funding…
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Small Housing is inviting municipal planning staff and elected officials from across British Columbia for a ‘Gentle Density Local Leaders’ Summit’ in Downtown Vancouver on November 22 and 23.
Municipal staff are invited to participate in workshops throughout the first day.…
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A new online education course will help local elected officials explore responsible conduct principles. The resource, developed jointly by UBCM, the Local Government Management Association (LGMA) and the Ministry of Municipal Affairs, explores the themes of integrity, respect,…
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Innovation Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) has released an update to the National Broadband Internet Service Availability Map. The federal map tracks reported internet speeds and utilizes the data that determines eligibility for government connectivity funding.…